What are the responsibilities and job description for the IN-IDOH Data Analyst position at Novalink Solutions?
Job Description
The incumbent is to conduct a broad and complex range of data manipulation activities to analyze the health impact of the two regulatory programs, and to initiate data-driven disease prevention strategies.
Essential Duties / Responsibilities :
- Manage and analyze data collected through inspections, public health investigations, and applied epidemiologic studies.
- Collect and maintain datasets on foodborne illnesses, inspection violations, environmental health violations, and other relevant public health topics.
- Prepare and disseminate written and oral reports and presentations to communicate necessary information to the division directors.
- Conduct educational presentations and / or trainings for a variety of audiences, including local health departments, health care providers, and the general public.
- Engage directly with members of the public at health fairs and other outreach events.
- Participate in writing grants and other funding proposals.
- Serve as a backup to other staff, as needed.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Requirements
Skill
Required / Desired
Amount
of Experience
Experience analyzing data and reporting relevant results in a professional non-academic setting.
Required
Years
Skilled in project management and developing data visualization tools and dashboards
Required
Years
Proficient in data visualization tools such as PowerBI and / Tableau
Required
Years
A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., statistics, public health, computer science, or social sciences)
Required
Knowledge in GIS or R Program language
Highly desired
Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of public health and epidemiology and the ability to adapt and / or develop new guidelines or policies
Highly desired
Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written
Required
Ability to work in a team environment with multiple and fluid demands
Required
Exceptional analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities
Required
