Department SummaryThe California Health Interview Survey (CHIS) is the largest population-based state health survey in the nation and the premier source of credible and comprehensive data on the health and health care needs of California’s large and diverse population. A model for health surveys for other states, CHIS is committed to ensuring everyone has access to data — policymakers, advocates, health care providers, community organizations, researchers, journalists, and the public — to fight for policies that will improve the lives of Californians through better health and health care. We make sure that data didn’t just sit on a shelf but was accessible and widely disseminated through our public use files and AskCHIS free web query tool.
Position SummaryThe UCLA Center for Health Policy Research is a pioneering institution dedicated to democratizing health data and advancing health equity. Through initiatives like the California Health Interview Survey (CHIS) and the Health Economics and Evaluation Research (HEER) Program, we provide accessible data to policymakers, advocates, and the public. Our work focuses on understanding social drivers of health, revealing health inequities, and dismantling systemic barriers to achieve health justice. With a commitment to data equity and inclusive research, we empower communities and drive lasting change. Join us in building a healthcare system that leaves no one behind.
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Qualifications6 months of experience in job offered, or as a statistician, statistical programmer or a related occupational title (Required) Experience creating and utilizing statistical algorithms and conducting power calculations to determine sample size to answer complex research questions. (Required)Demonstrated experience working with large datasets, with a minimum 200 records, using statistical software packages including SAS, R, SPSS, and STATA. (Required)Demonstrated knowledge of at minimum one general object-oriented programming language such as Python, C, or C++. (Required)Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Windows software including Word, Excel, MS Access or SQL Server Management Studio. (Required)Demonstrated experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software including demonstrated experience performing spatial analysis and applying geoprocessing techniques. (Required)Demonstrated knowledge in statistical analyses including generalized linear model, multilevel modeling, data mining, survey methodology and Bayesian influences. (Required)Demonstrated experience working on collaborative research requiring statistical consulting. (Required)Demonstrated experience integrating and analyzing large data sets, with a minimum 200 records, from multiple sources such as surveys, the census, and administrative data files. (Required)Demonstrated experience working independently to perform tasks, conducting investigations and problem solving. (Required)Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in oral and written English communications with all levels of an organization which may include principal investigators, project managers, co-workers of equal stature and subordinate staff. (Required)Demonstrated experience completing multiple projects simultaneously with shifting priorities, deadlines and circumstances; experience must demonstrate organizational skills involving development of tracking systems, prioritizing job duties, and tracking each assignment to a satisfactory completion (Required)Evidence of statistical analyses demonstrating attention to details and a high degree of accuracy. (Required)
Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal AffiliationsMaster's Degree quantitative methods, statistics, biostatistics or a related field or any suitable equivalent combination of education and experience. (Required)
Special Conditions for EmploymentBackground Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
Schedule8:00am to 5:00pm
Union/Policy Covered99-Policy Covered
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