Hourly Project Assistant II

About the role

Applications to be submitted by November 26, 2026

Compensation Grade

H96

Compensation Details

Minimum: $24.00 - Maximum: $24.00 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).

Department

(OPH) CCH - Division of Family Health

Responsibilities

Health Research, Inc., is seeking an Hourly Project Assistant II that will work part-time with the Bureau of Data Analytics, Research, and Evaluation, Division of Family Health, Center of Community Health and be part of the NYS Maternal Mortality Review team supporting the data analysis (quantitative and qualitative), reporting and publication of NYS Maternal Mortality and Severe Maternal Morbidity data.

Specific duties include

• Assisting with Research & Literature Reviews
• Assisting with Data Management & Quality Assurance
• Assisting with Data Analysis
• Assisting with Reporting & Visualization
• Targeted Intervention Support
• General Project Support

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate student currently enrolled in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, public health or related program OR one year of experience with data analysis in public health or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in the use of SAS, Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and Power Point.
• Experience conducting data management activities in SAS.
• Experience conducting data analysis in SAS. Experience with MS Excel.
• Experience creating tables and figures for scientific reports.
• Experience preparing reports, presentations and manuscripts.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Conditions of Employment

• Hourly, grant funded position expected to last through 09/29/2027. 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.
• Travel up to 10% of the time will be required.

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.
• Protected Veterans
• 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.

Benefits

HRI offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;
• Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;
• Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;
• Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;
• Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;
• Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;
• And so much more!

Work Location Expectations

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.