Research Analyst 1 (Survey Data Manager )

This Individual Position is Exempt from the Hiring Freeze. Qualified Applicants are Encouraged To Apply.

Effective July 1, 2026 the wage for this position increased by 3%.

The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase.

Welcome to the Department of Health!

We’d be delighted to have you join our team.

If you envision yourself in this role and are ready to start an exciting career with us, apply today!

This position is open to Alaskan Residents only.

Please check out the

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What you will be doing:

Gathers and compiles survey data from two related maternal and child health surveys (the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System-PRAMS, and the Childhood Understanding Behaviors Survey – CUBS) in three modes (mail, web, phone). This includes preparing mailouts, emailing, and interviewing mothers over the phone.

Uses two distinct computer systems to track each program’s follow-up with potential participants and respondents.

With guidance, performs ongoing assessment and analysis of the data system’s programmatic functions as they relate to data collection operations

Our organization, mission, and culture:

The Maternal Child Health Epidemiology Unit’s purpose is to provide reliable data for measuring and tracking health status, planning and evaluating programs, guiding public health policy, and preventing poor health outcomes. We are committed to contributing to the body of scientific knowledge using the best available evidence and data.   As a member of the team, you will contribute to maintaining high data quality and integrity for two premier, population-based, ongoing maternal and child health surveillance projects in the State of Alaska

The benefits of joining our team:

You will have the opportunity to be involved in important work to improve understanding of the health status and experiences of maternal and child populations in Alaska. You will gather and compile quantitative and qualitative information from Alaska residents to help improve programs and services for women, infants, and young children in the state.

Additional benefits include:

Potential for a limited hybrid telework schedule (following initial training period)

12 paid holidays

Paid Leave

Retirement Options

Insurance (health, vision, and dental)

Job stability and security

Opportunity for a flexible work schedule

The working environment you can expect:

This position is in the Frontier Building in midtown Anchorage. As Survey Data Manager, you'll work closely with administrative support, the Survey Operations Manager, the PRAMS Coordinator, and the CUBS Coordinator. The programs are part of the MCH Epidemiology Unit, which is housed in a suite with 12 other employees whose work primarily focuses on data and on providing technical and analytical assistance to co-workers in the Section of Women’s, Children’s, and Family Health.

Who we are looking for:

The ideal candidate will possess some or all of the following position-specific competencies in addition to the minimum qualifications listed below:

Attention to Detail:

Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

Computer Skills:

Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.

Interpersonal Skills:

Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.

To view the general description and example of duties for this job class, please go to the following link and search for

Research Analyst 1

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https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/

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