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Working Title: American Indian Health Equity Research Scientist

Job Class: Research Scientist 3

Agency: Health Department

• Job ID : 80673

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers. Bidders will be considered through 10/09/2024.

• Date Posted : 10/03/2024

• Closing Date : 10/18/2024

• Hiring Agency : Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)

• Division/Unit : Health Equity / Health Equity Staff

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with reasonable flexibility

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Up to 25%

• Salary Range: $36.71 - $54.60 / hourly; $76,650 - $114,004 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)

• Work Area :Health Equity / Health Equity Staff

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Join the MDH to lead American Indian health equity program performance, assessment, and evaluation of activities with the Office of American Indian Health.

Working as the American Indian Health Equity Research Scientist, you will:

· Provide research, statistical and evaluation expertise for evaluation activities relevant to American Indian public health initiatives .

· Apply your quantitative and qualitative scientific research, methodology, and analysis skills for the planning, designing, implementation, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of American Indian health equity processes, programs and grant initiatives.

· Develop and scope out pertinent American Indian health equity-related research and evaluation opportunities; collect, compile and conduct complex and highly technical research using data analysis and statistical tools; integrate qualitative approaches; ensure quality assurance of data; design and develop instruments and tools; and draft findings and/or recommendations for diverse audiences.

· Collaborate with the OAIH team, American Indian community partners, other scientists, evaluation experts and epidemiologists across MDH to plan and coordinate data, research, and evaluation projects.

· Lead dissemination of findings by writing reports and articles for publication and sharing the results with American Indian Tribal nations and urban American Indian communities , OAIH, MDH colleagues and other key partners.

· Promote equity framework in engagement with American Indian Tribal nations and urban American Indian communities.

This position is eligible for telework dependent on business needs and supervisor discretion to applicants who reside in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota or South Dakota. Position locations will be determined by the top candidate and will be based out one of the following MDH district office locations: St. Paul, St. Cloud, Duluth, Rochester, Marshall, Bemidji, Fergus Falls. Travel to the St. Paul or district office location may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of experience conducting American Indian health research and/or evaluation, laboratory analyses in an analytical or research program in Environmental Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or Clinical Chemistry.

OR

Experience in data science, analytics, interoperability, data equity, informatics, business intelligence, artificial intelligence, and data strategy, data modernization, governance and research.

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

• Experience in data collection with proven abilities in survey implementation and focus group facilitation.

• Experience in database management.

• Experience using software for data analysis with both primary and secondary data.

• Experience in creating clear and concise data visualizations such as tables, graphs, and maps.

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Qualifications to further be assessed during the interview process:

• Deep understanding of Tribal data sovereignty and Indigenous evaluation frameworks.

• Comprehensive knowledge of public health and social determinants of health and/or the intersectionality in population health with the ability to develop research methods that measure health inequities.

• Demonstrated ability to write reports, research findings, articles, and grant-related outcomes in a clear, concise, and understandable form.

A degree in public health, sociology, race or gender studies, informatics, or related field may count towards professional experience as follows:

Doctorate degree may substitute for two years of experience; Master’s degree may substitute for 18 months of experience; Bachelor’s degree may substitute for one year of experience; Associate degree may substitute for six months of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative health equity research methods, including and not limited to, social epidemiology, predicative analysis, survey design.

• Working knowledge of statutory rules for data collection, data management and policies and procedures related to data retention.

• Experience using software such as ArcGIS, Tableau, Atlas TI, Nvivo, SPSS, STATA.

• Ability to apply a culturally competent perspective and approach to evaluation and research practice.

• Knowledgeofpublichealthissues,Minnesota’spublichealthsystem,rolesandfunctionsoflocalgovernment,andtheLocal Public Health Act

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a background and reference check.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.