Senior Data Analyst

Senior Data AnalystProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry leading practices. ProSidian services focus on the broad spectrum of Risk Management, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, Energy & Sustainability, and Talent Management. We help forward thinking clients solve problems and improve operations. Launched by former Big 4 Management Consultants; our multidisciplinary teams bring together the talents of nearly 190 professionals nationally to complete a wide variety of engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes. Our Services are deployed across the enterprise, target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin and efficiency), and are aligned at the intersections of assets, processes, policies and people delivering value.ProSidian clients represent a broad spectrum of industries to include but are not limited to Energy, Manufacturing, Chemical, Retail, Healthcare, Telecommunications, Hospitality, Pharmaceuticals, Banking & Financial Services, Transportation, Federal and State Government Agencies. Learn More About ProSidian Consulting at DescriptionProSidian Seeks a Senior Data Analyst (Contract Contingent) in Rockville, MD to support an engagement for an independent agency of the United States Federal Govt. that supports health services research initiatives that seek to improve the quality of health care in America. The agency's mission is to produce evidence to make health care safer, higher quality, more accessible, equitable, and affordable. The agency works to fulfill its mission by conducting research and provides information on a number of critical issues related to healthcare and quality which are of particular interest to government agencies, legislative bodies, health policy makers and other health professionals. The research is primarily based on the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS) and the Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project (HCUP).The ProSidian Engagement Team Members work to will assist in Administrative, Database The Agency's Data Center Tasks and Services, Website Management, Workshops, Technical Support, and other optional tasks. These services will include, but are not limited to, cataloguing data files and software, hardware and server monitoring, quality management, quality assurance review, preparing monthly progress and summary cost reports, conduct monthly meetings with the agency, provide confidential storage for all electronic files, statistical analysis services using the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS) and the Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project (HCUP), create public use files, provide onsite support for the Agency's Data Center, and maintain and manage MEPS and HCUPnet websites.Senior Data Analyst Candidates shall work to support requirements for Other Logistical Support As Needed and maintain, store, catalogue, document, edit, and update files for the agency's database.The Senior Data Analyst will assist in providing statistical analysis services using MEPS and HCUP data using econometric and statistical techniques used with a variety of large data sources including national surveys, discharge and claims database. The Senior Data Analyst will test and run statistical analyses using software programs such as SAS, STATA, SUDAAN, and R. Other tasks may include data management, software management, data security, web publications, onsite technical support, and support for workshops and conferences.QualificationsThe Senior Data Analyst shall have consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities within the past five (5) years, Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email; and proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/Power point) and related tools and technology required for the position. Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required: GS-14 Equivalent (e.g., STTA subject matter expert, program manager, senior program analyst, etc.):Master's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in a relevant fieldExperience with regular programming in SAS, STATA, and SUDAAN using health related survey data (including analysis of health care quality, patient outcomes, access and continuity/coordination of care, utilization, and expenditures), or comparable formal education in a health-related field or social science; and experience in using the required database or in the type of work that the task entails. Experience with supervising a team of staff (programming staff or other). The Analyst will also have experience in working with the client to define task requirements, budget, schedule, and all the details necessary to proceed with the work.Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred in a relevant field.Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.Candidate must have strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Demonstrated ability to propose possible resolutions to complex technical, managerial or operational problems.Demonstrated leadership, management, organizational, and decision-making skills.Demonstrated proactivity, attention to detail, working within deadlines, and ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Excellent interpersonal skills and client service provision.Excellent written and verbal communication skillsExperience in project administration and management procedures preferred.Experience in the use of database applications and presentation software desirable.Intermediate level proficiency in MS Excel and other MS Office Suite programs.Requires proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Excel spreadsheet skills, PowerPoint, Internet and e-mail applications.Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.TRAVEL: Travel as coordinated with the technical point of contact and approved in writing by the Contracting Officer in advance, is allowed, in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations. LOCATION: Work shall be conducted in Rockville, MDU.S. Citizenship RequiredExcellent oral and written communication skillsProficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a "Facility Access Authorization" (also referred to as an "Employment Authorization") by the USG's designated Security Office.