Data Collection Specialist (Bilingual)/ Data Research Analyst (REMOTE)

• Transcribe and/or review transcriptions of qualitative data (focus groups and interviews)
• Conduct thorough data cleaning of qualitative transcripts and quantitative survey data
• Apply codebooks to qualitative data using qualitative analysis software
• Assist with preliminary qualitative and quantitative data analyses
• Generate descriptive statistics and frequency distributions
• Create tables, figures, and graphics to communicate key findings
• Contribute to summaries of preliminary findings and dissemination products

• Candidates must possess either a Master of Science degree with 8 years of experience or a Bachelor of Science degree with 10 years of experience in fields such as public health, social sciences, psychology, sociology, or related disciplines
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience conducting qualitative data collection (interviews, focus groups)
• Experience working with sensitive populations and/or public health research
• Demonstrated experience with data management and qualitative data analysis

• Required: Fluency in both English and Spanish (reading, writing, and speaking)
• Ability to conduct professional interviews and facilitate focus groups in both languages
• Cultural competency in working with Spanish-speaking populations

• Proficiency with qualitative data analysis software (e.g., NVivo, Atlas.ti, MAXQDA, Dedoose)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated experience with qualitative data analysis software (SPSS, SAS, Stata, or R) preferred
• Excellent data management and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for building rapport with diverse respondents
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data quality
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

• Experience with overdose prevention, substance use disorder, or harm reduction programs
• Knowledge of Federal public health programs and evaluation methodologies
• Experience working with Federal cooperative agreements
• Familiarity with emergency medical services, navigation services, or community-based prevention programs
• Experience with human subjects’ research and IRB protocols
• Certification in qualitative research methods

• Must successfully complete a background check for a Public Trust to start.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain federal facility access as needed and sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement

• Required to travel domestically to one CDC onsite meeting per year

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants.

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Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions.

KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery.

We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities.

For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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