Surveillance Analyst – TBICOE

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HJF is seeking a Surveillance Analyst to administer the TBICoE program for TBI surveillance-describing incidence and prevalence of TBI in the military-to better define the scope of TBI in the military. This position will facilitate the collection of data from internal DoD data systems and any other federal agencies that require ongoing data service agreements to generate quality reports and briefings accordingly.

This position will be in support of the Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence (TBICoE) in Silver Spring, MD. TBICoE is a branch of the Research Support Division in the Research and Engineering Directorate (R&E) of the Defense Health Agency (DHA). DHA is a Federal Program within the Department of Defense (DoD). TBICoE, known previously as the Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center (DVBIC), has been congressionally mandated since 1992 and is currently a matrixed research, dissemination, and knowledge translation program, supporting warfighter brain health and readiness by advancing the traumatic brain injury state of the science and clinical standards.

TBICoE’s mission to support the warfighter is executed through subject matter experts embedded across DHA facilities with expertise in TBI clinical research investigations, surveillance, clinical tool development and training, cognitive monitoring and assessment, and dissemination of TBI tools, products, and education/training materials to DoD medical personnel, service members, including Guard, Reserve, and operational medics/corpsmen, veterans with TBI, and families/caregivers of the warfighter.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF’s support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Provides analytical support for the TBICoE program for TBI surveillance.
• Facilitates the collection of quality data from various DoD data systems and any other federal agencies that require ongoing data service agreements.
• Coordinates meetings as needed, with the Service POCs and other agencies for TBI surveillance.
• Under the guidance of HQ TBICoE, assists in the preparation of surveillance requests from Health Affairs and other surveillance related request.
• Independently generates reports and briefings as requested by leadership.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assigned Lead: May supervise support staff.

Education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences preferred.
• Must complete CITI/ HIPAA training.
• Minimum of 4-6 years’ work in a research or healthcare environment. Prior experience within the DoD/VA systems of care strongly preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, SPSS, tableau or any statistical package, perform statistical analyses, database management, communicate effectively both verbally and written.
• Experience working in a military environment is preferred. Knowledge of epidemiology and medical terminology preferred. Must adhere to legal, professional and ethical codes with respect to confidentiality and privacy.
• May require US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Clearance.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a clinical setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $67,500-$77,700. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

HJF is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.