Associate Scientist II, Surveillance and Health Equity Science

At the American Cancer Society, we're working to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Our employees and 1.3 million volunteers are raising the bar every single day. We are a culture comprised of diverse backgrounds and experience, to better serve our communities. The people who work at the American Cancer Society focus their diverse talents on our lifesaving mission.

It is a calling. And the people who answer it are fulfilled.

The Associate Scientist II position is an individual contributor role within the Surveillance, Prevention, and Health Services Research (SPHeRe) department, working under supervision. This role independently analyzes publicly or privately available surveillance data and conducts literature review to lead original research projects and/or Facts & Figures (Cancer Statistics). This role also assists with data management and statistical programming. Additional responsibilities include assisting with special projects of enterprise-wide significance.

The position provides an exceptional opportunity to gain broad experience in surveillance, prevention, health services, or disparity research.

• Analyzes, interprets, and publishes high-impact research articles and/or Facts & Figures. 65%
• Provide analytical and technical support to senior staff members in SPHeRe and Discovery Pillar. 10%
• Collaborates with internal and external subject matter experts. 10%
• Publicizes research findings by presenting at scientific conferences and by speaking with the media. 5%
• Ensure the accuracy and consistency of data presented in scientific manuscripts and Facts & Figures Publication and scientific manuscripts (e.g., proofreading text and data checking). 5%
• Document analytic programs and results in an organized, dated, and clearly labeled form for future reference. 5%

• Minimum Degree
  
  Required:
  
  Master's Degree or equivalent amount of experience and education in Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Economics, Biostatistics, and Demography.
• Preferred Degree:
  Master's Degree
• Certificate(s) or License(s): N/A
• Years of experience:
  Five to eight years' experience in statistical, medical, or biologic research.
• Cancer screening, early detection, and risk factor surveillance, and survey research experience highly desirable
• Driver’s License Requirement(s) [Included only if driving is part of the job duties]: N/A

• 5 years of experience in statistical, medical, or biologic research SAS or related statistical software (R, Stata, SUDAAN, SEER
  * Stat)
• Cancer screening, early detection, risk factor surveillance, and survey research experience
• Familiarity with large databases (NHIS, BRFSS, SEER, etc.)
• Good communication skills.
• Attention to detail with numbers and calculations.

This position may require up to 5% travel for conferences, seminars, and workshops.

Occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting materials up to 5 lbs

The starting rate is $75,000 to $80,000. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.

ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer. At the American Cancer Society, our employees are the soul of our lifesaving mission to save lives. Our employment opportunities are as diverse as our people and include every discipline found in other business enterprises. As an organization, we adhere to a set of core values that help inform all our decisions. But what really sets us apart is that the work we do has global impact -- and every passionate, dedicated American Cancer Society team member contributes to each groundbreaking achievement we make.