Dear colleagues, I wanted to share a recently posted position in HIV Prevention Research at the NYC DOHMH. The posting can be accessed athttps://a127-jobs.nyc.gov/jobsearch.html?keyword=168873 and can also be seen below. The HIV Prevention Research Analyst will work closely with me on ongoing and future research projects and programs. It is an entry-level position for someone with a new MPH. Candidates should have strong project management and data analysis skills. Please share this posting with potential candidates and/or send CVs my way. Thank you! Best wishes, Zoe Zoe Edelstein, PhD Director of Research, HIV Prevention Program Bureau of HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control New York City Dept of Health and Mental Hygiene 42-09 28th Street Queens, NY 11101 Phone: 347.396.7650 Mobile: 929.210.2000 Email: [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE Job Posting Notice [cid:image001.jpg@01CFF2DA.DF7B8440] # of Positions: Job ID: 168873 1 Business Title: Research Analyst, Bureau of HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Civil Service Title: CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST Title Code No: Level: 21744 01 Job Category: Health Career Level: Entry-Level Proposed Salary Range: $ 56,555.00 - $ 68,431.00 (Annual) Work Location: 42-09 28th Street Division/Work Unit: HIV/AIDS Prevention ________________________________ Return to Previous Page ________________________________ Job Description HIRING RATE: $56,555.00 FLAT RATE ON-BOARD RATE AFTER ONE YEAR: $62,210.00 - $68,434.00 The HIV Prevention Program in the Bureau of HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control (BHIV) has an opening for a City Research Scientist I to assist with HIV prevention research. Under the supervision of the Director of Research, and in collaboration with other Program and Bureau staff, the HIV Prevention Research Analyst will assist with ongoing and future research projects and programs. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: --Help coordinate ongoing HIV prevention research pilot program and study operations. --Assist the Director of Research in the development of new research proposals, protocols and evaluation for pilot programs and research studies. -- Develop, maintain and update project and data management systems. --Play a lead role in data collection and data analyses. -- Perform reviews of the scientific literature as they relate project proposals, research reports, journal articles and specific requests. --Contribute to the preparation of reports, presentations and manuscripts for scientific journal articles. -- Aid in the preparation of study protocol materials related to human subjects protections for IRB review at the NYC DOHMH, • Help ensure and maintain participant confidentiality and data security. Minimum Qual Requirements 1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health. To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have: 1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or 2. A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or 3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above. NOTE: Probationary Period Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year. Preferred Skills A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in epidemiology, statistics, public health, quantitative social science or related field. Strong project management skills. Experience with scientific data collection and survey research, and an understanding of and appreciation for quality assurance and protocol adherence; experienced in managing large databases; superior analytic and statistical skills; working knowledge of Stata and SAS for database management, variable creation and statistical analysis is essential; experience in using presentation and data management software such as Microsoft Excel, Access and PowerPoint; excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience writing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals; knowledge of HIV epidemiology; ability to work as a member of a reserch team and to interact effectively with research team members. To Apply Apply online with a cover letter to https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov/. In the Job ID search bar, enter: job ID number #168873. We appreciate the interest and thank all applicants who apply, but only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. Work Location 42-09 28th Street, Queens, NY, 11101 Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. POSTING DATE: POST UNTIL: 10/14/2014 Until Filled Sent from the New York City Department of Health & Mental Hygiene. This email and any files transmitted with it may contain confidential information and are intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. This footnote also confirms that this email message has been swept for the presence of computer viruses.