Cancer Data Analyst

Qualifications and Skills Needed for Success.
• Bachelor’s degree in public health with a focus on data analysis or epidemiology is required.
• Strong working knowledge of epidemiological methods, study design, and analysis needed with an understanding of qualitative and quantitative data collection methods and analysis.
• Experience with extensive data sets such as registries, hospitalization, vital records, and Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of computer software (SAS, Excel, Tableau, ArcGIS etc.) to manipulate and draw insights from large data sets is preferred.
• Skilled in data collection and analysis and must be able to assimilate and interpret data and clearly communicate information to a variety of stakeholders.
• Familiarity with organizational structure, administrative processes, and quality improvement initiatives preferred.
• Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with other individuals and diverse groups and teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively prioritize a variety of projects and functions.
• Effective time management and program management skills with the ability to work independently, anticipate problems, and initiate corrective actions.
• Ability to research and document findings.
• Actively engage as a member of a team.

The job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required as federal grant requirements may change.

Working Conditions
Work is performed in an indoor office setting. Some remote work may be possible.
This role does not provide direct supervision to direct reports