Health Research
Hourly Project Assistant 2
- Location
- Albany, NY
- Type
- USA new grad
Health Research
From Health Research’s careers page.
Applications to be submitted by October 28, 2026
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Minimum: $22.00 - Maximum: $22.00 Hourly
Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions).
(OC) Office of Science
Health Research, Inc. is seeking an Hourly Project Assistant II to work within the Office of Science, supporting work in the Center for Health Informatics and the Center for Population Health Science, New York State Department of Health. The incumbent will join the Office of Health Informatics data modernization team, assist the Office of Public Health, and provide administrative and technical support to workgroups and assist in creating evaluation reports and analytics related to Data Modernization Initiatives spending for internal and external stakeholders.
The incumbent will also assist with obtaining, preparing, and analyzing data from various sources for the prevention agenda and other population health dashboards, and will assist with surveillance activities, including the analysis and development of reports and education materials for various target audiences.
Undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Public Health or related field; OR one year of experience with data analysis in public health or related field.
Hourly, grant funded position expected to last through 11/30/2027. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.
Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire.
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with a combination of onsite and remote work.
HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified
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About Health Research, Inc.
Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRI plays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.
HRI offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
At HRI, the nature of hybrid and onsite work varies by position. Some roles require full onsite presence, while others allow a hybrid schedule. Managers determine the specific telecommuting expectations for each role based on operational needs and job responsibilities. If designated as hybrid, you will divide your time between working remotely and reporting onsite. Regardless of telecommuting status, all HRI employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance of their official work location and must reside in one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, or Vermont.