Research Analyst

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. 

• Evaluate NIH funding 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 coding.

• 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.

• A master’s degree in public health is required.

 Experience with SAS, R and/or MODIS are preferred. 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 competitive benefits with ESOP, 401k, Health, Dental, paid vacation, sick and holiday leave, professional development as well as other benefits.

 Any offer of employment may be contingent upon receipt of acceptable results from a post-offer background screening, if required for the position, based on the specific position which may include, for example, identity verification, employment history, or criminal records history.

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 any other protected status under applicable law.