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Computational and Data Science Research Specialist 3

University of California Davis

Davis, CA | Full Time

$87k-111k (estimate)

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Computational and Data Science Research Specialist 3

$87k-111k (estimate)

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University of California Davis is Hiring a Remote Computational and Data Science Research Specialist 3

The mission of the Office of Population Health (OPH) is to create, apply and disseminate knowledge about the many determinants of health in order to improve health and health security and to support activities which improve health equity and eliminate health disparities. One of the larger programs within the OPH is the California Cancer Reporting and Epidemiologic Surveillance (CalCARES) Program. CalCARES partners with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to operate the state mandated California Cancer Registry (CCR), a statewide population-based cancer surveillance system.

Job Summary

Final Filing Date

3/10/2023

Salary Range

$2,858.40 - $3,333.33 ($74,600 - $87,000 annually)

Salary Frequency

Bi-weekly

Appointment Type

Career

Percentage of Time

100%

Shift Hour

8 hours

Location

Remote

City

Sacramento

Union Representation

Benefits Eligible

Yes

We offer exceptional employment benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, and reduced fee and scholarship programs.

THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Surveillance and Data Use Unit Manager, California Cancer Reporting and Epidemiologic Surveillance (CalCARES) Program, the Computational and Data Science Research Spec. 3 will be responsible for (a) overseeing and performing statistical analysis of cancer registry data, (b) overseeing and performing electronic data linkages between registry data, cohort data, and other databases, © creating analytical cancer data files, (d) supporting the enhancement and quality of CCR research data and (e) leading mapping and geographic analysis.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
Considerable experience with statistical analysis of health outcomes.
Experience with geocoding, particularly regarding data quality, and the application of GIS in health disparity research.
Strong SAS programming skills
Well-rounded knowledge of biostatistics and epidemiology
Organizational skills to function independently, keep track of multiple projects, work to meet specific deadlines, and document procedures
Knowledge of methods in cancer surveillance
Oral and written communication skills to communicate and convey information/data effectively at a professional level with a diverse group of individuals/public
Advanced skills and demonstrated experience with GIS software
Advanced skills and demonstrated experience with research design and analysis

Preferred Qualifications

Masters level education in epidemiology, statistics, biostatistics, or a public health-related field is highly desirable
Experience with electronic data linkages highly desirable
Experience with Seer*Prep software highly desirable
Experience with cancer registry data and operations is highly desirable

Special Requirements

This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.