Research Scientist 3, Central Office;

Job description

Duties Description The Office of Mental Health (OMH) is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Research Scientist 3, Grade 25, position in the Office of the Chief Medical Officer, Office of Population Health & Evaluation, Bureau of Program Research & Evaluation. The Research Scientist 3 supports the Bureau of Program Research and Evaluation which is responsible for developing and maintaining a systematic research-based approach to evaluating OMH programs and initiatives.

Duties Description The Office of Mental Health (OMH) is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Research Scientist 3, Grade 25, position in the Office of the Chief Medical Officer, Office of Population Health & Evaluation, Bureau of Program Research & Evaluation. The Research Scientist 3 supports the Bureau of Program Research and Evaluation which is responsible for developing and maintaining a systematic research-based approach to evaluating OMH programs and initiatives.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Oversee and conduct planning and coordination with other stakeholders including federal and state agencies, other states, external researchers, providers and OMH oversight

Oversee quantitative and qualitative data collection and quality assurance protocols for evaluation purposes including coordination with personnel from CCBHC program sites and CCBHC program oversight, technical assistance and stakeholders.

Design and implement analytic strategies using quantitative statistical and qualitative methodology.

Conduct qualitative analyses and written reporting.

Conduct quantitative analyses using SAS.

Design and implement data flows and visualizations using Tableau.

Prepare and present evaluation findings to program stakeholders.

Prepare reports, research papers, reviews and summaries for program and external stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications This is a full-time, non-competitive position. The minimum qualifications for appointment to a Research Scientist 3 position are a bachelor’s degree and four years of professional research experience in an appropriate field OR a master’s degree and three years of professional research experience in an appropriate field. A Ph.D. in an appropriate field may substitute for an additional year of experience. Appropriate fields include Biostatistics, Economics, Epidemiology, Public Health, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or a related social science field.

Additional Comments The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Specific scheduled hours and telecommuting availability for this position will be discussed during the interview process. Please note, employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to operational needs and Agency Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

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