Statistician / Senior Survey Data Analyst

The North Carolina State Center for Health Statistics, located in the Division of Public Health, is responsible for data collection, health-related research, production of reports, and maintenance of a comprehensive collection of health statistics. This is a technical position involving the analysis and reporting of data from state and federal surveys. This position provides State Center for Health Statistics clients with assistance in survey research design, statistical methodology, data analysis, and interpretation of results. This position is responsible for independently processing requests for survey data/reports, determining and applying appropriate statistical procedures, and performing necessary computer programming using SAS software. The information disseminated are used to plan and design strategies to improve the health status of North Carolina residents and to evaluate the impact of public health programs. Position works a regular Monday – Friday schedule remotely. The employee must be able to work independently and perform job with minimal supervision.


About the Division of Public Health and the North Carolina State Center for Health Statistics:
The NC Division of Public Health (DPH) works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina – Everywhere, Everyday, Everybody.

As a part of DHHS, the Division of Public Health is comprised of several sections serving the citizens of North Carolina. The North Carolina State Center for Health Statistics is a part of the Division of Public Health and is responsible for data collection, health-related research, and production of reports and maintenance of a comprehensive collection of health statistics. We provide high quality health information to ensure more informed decision-making and effective health policies. Our goal is to improve the health of all North Carolinians and their communities.

To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they possess all of the following:

• Experience analyzing data using SAS or a similar software, including during academic training or coursework
• Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to quickly learn and apply data analysis tools and methodologies (such as SAS) to handle various tasks.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders

• Experience analyzing weighted survey data
• Experience writing statistical reports
• Experience analyzing data using SAS software
• Prior experience working with North Carolina public health programs

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Doctoral degree in statistics, mathematics, data science, data analytics, psychometrics or measurement and evaluation from an appropriately credited institution;
OR
Master's degree in statistics, mathematics, data science, data analytics, psychometrics or measurement and evaluation from an appropriately credited institution including Doctoral course work and experience equal to two years in study design and data analysis;
OR
Bachelor s degree in statistics, mathematics, data science, data analytics, psychometrics or measurement and evaluation from an appropriately credited institution and four years of experience in study design and data analysis;
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.