This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by advancing the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. As an employee of the Data and Integrity Branch, the incumbent serves as part of a team that collects, analyzes, monitors, and leverages data, research, and policies to benefit, optimize, and protect the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program and its participants, local agencies, and vendors.
The incumbent works under the general direction of the Chief, Vendor Analysis, Research, and Evaluation (VARE) Section, Research Scientist Supervisor I (RSS I). The Research Scientist III (Social/Behavioral) develops and runs complex statistical models to analyze, monitor, and evaluate vendor management activities and food expenditure and utilization trends. Supports the WIC Division in developing, monitoring, and evaluating the WIC program by conducting sophisticated and innovative statistical analyses and research activities. Acts as a scientific and technical lead for research staff in the Branch.
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