Job/Position DescriptionEpidemiologist III performs highly advanced (senior-level) research and epidemiological work in the area of maternal and child health (MCH). Requires building data systems and expanding the state MCH data capacity to support program and legislatively mandated efforts. Develops and conducts routine data management activities on the processing of datafiles to ensure data quality, integrity, and completeness. Utilizes advanced statistical software and techniques to automate and simplify routine data tasks for the standardization and management of MCH data. Develops, plans, designs, and implements research activities, studies, evaluation, and assessment based on standard scientific methods or new innovative theoretical approaches. Uses specialized software, such as SAS, Tableau, and ArcGIS, to analyze and display data for presentations, reports, publications, and other products. Prepares scientific publications, briefings, technical reports, and presentations. Support data quality and improvement efforts throughout the MCH Section. Work is performed under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Advance Analytics Manager in the Maternal and Child Health Epidemiology Unit. Essential Job FunctionsAttends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. (30%) Performs highly advanced (senior-level) research and epidemiological work in maternal and child health (MCH). Requires building data systems and expanding the state MCH data capacity to support MCH program and legislatively mandated efforts. Uses advanced information technology (i.e., automation coding), data and statistical analysis, and surveillance plus GIS mapping techniques and dashboard (e.g., Tableau) to assist MCH programs in developing solutions for improving maternal and child health throughout Texas. (25%) Reviews, organizes, and coordinates the collection and compilation of surveillance information. Develops and implements data-linking strategies. Develops and conducts routine data management activities on the processing of datafiles to ensure data quality, integrity, and completeness. Data management activities include the requesting of, receipt of, and maintenance of all major data files used in the Unit with a regular frequency. Develops, establishes, and implements standardized protocols for the careful examination of received data for obvious errors and discrepancies. Utilizes advanced statistical software and techniques (e.g., SAS Macros or SQL) to automate and simplify routine data tasks for the standardization and management of MCH data. (25%) Develops, plans, designs, and implements research activities, studies, evaluation, and assessment based on standard scientific methods or new innovative theoretical approaches. Performs scientific literature searches (traditional, internet, and database) and reviews various types of materials including legislation, regulations, scientific protocols, and policies to develop research proposals and to support ongoing investigations/projects. Uses specialized software, such as SAS, Tableau, and ArcGIS, to analyze and display data for presentations, reports, publications, and other products. Prepares scientific publications, briefings, technical reports, and presentations. (15%) Support data quality and improvement efforts throughout the MCH Section. Consults with research professionals, https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=607884 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.