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Research Analyst

Employer
Westat
Location
Rockville , MD
Closing date
May 8, 2021

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Industry
Research
Function
Analyst, Research
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)

Job Details

Westat is an employee-owned corporation providing research services to agencies of the U.S. Government, as well as businesses, foundations, and state and local governments. Westat's research, technical, and administrative staff of more than 2,000 is located at our headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, near Washington, DC.

Job Summary:
Westat has an immediate opening for a research analyst to join our Public Health and Epidemiology Practice to work with a multidisciplinary team of researchers focused on prevention research and other related areas of public health.  
 
Job Responsibilities:
•    Evaluate NIH funding applications and published literature to classify research based on an established taxonomy protocol. 
•    Perform quality control for the classification of funding based on the established taxonomy protocol.
•    Manage a taxonomy classification database, conducting routine analytics.
•    Conduct portfolio analyses and perform classification and codification.
•    Develop training materials and facilitate the delivery of training on established taxonomy protocols.
•    Collaborate with the project team on the development of reports, promotional materials, and other deliverables.

Basic Qualifications:  
•    A master's degree in public health is required. 

The successful candidate must be highly organized, detail-oriented, able to take initiative, and able to work on a breadth of activities. Strong written and verbal communication skills and good interpersonal skills are essential. 

Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Eligible employees may participate in:
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Vacation Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Holiday Leave
  • Professional Development
  • Health Advocate
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Travel Accident Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short Term Disability Insurance
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account

Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Company

Westat, headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, near Washington, DC, is an employee-owned research corporation serving agencies of the U.S. Government, state and local governments, businesses, and foundations. We conduct surveys and program evaluations, provide statistical research, and offer related services. Our multiproject environment provides career opportunities in health, energy, education, transportation, the environment, human services, and the workforce. We combine the relevant research area expertise

Company info
Website
Location
1600 Research Blvd
Rockville
MD
20850-3195
US

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