Associate, National Data Services
The Associate, National Data Services supports the management and governance of the National Poison Data System (NPDS) by collaborating on data licensing initiatives and partnerships. This entry-level role involves data management, quality assurance, outreach, and administrative support to advance public health through effective use of poisoning data, requiring strong organizational and interpersonal skills in a hybrid work environment.
About Careertakes
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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring an Associate, National Data Services in State Farm, VA. This entry-level, full‑time role supports national public health data initiatives and NPDS data licensing, management, and partnership deliverables.
- Collaborate with the National Data Services team to triage, assess, and fulfill data licensing inquiries, consulting clinical subject matter experts as needed
- Support execution of data partnership deliverables: data management, quality assurance, outreach, and training support
- Conduct NPDS and poison center literature reviews and maintain data-related website content
- Schedule, prepare for, and follow up on committee and department meetings; take minutes and track action items
- Provide administrative and operational support including project tracking and document management
- Assist with contract deliverables and support data governance activities
- Perform other mission-related duties as assigned
- Travel: overnight and/or weekend travel may be required ~2 times per year for conferences or meetings; overall travel typically ≤ 5%
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry, or a related field required. Recent graduates encouraged to apply. Candidates without a bachelor’s degree may be considered with five (5) years of highly relevant professional experience
- Relevant academic, internship, research, volunteer, or professional experience working with data or public health topics
- Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; team-oriented and eager to learn
- Self-motivated, proactive, and resourceful
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Adobe Acrobat Pro for documents containing Protected Health Information preferred but not required
- Ability to work 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday, during Confidential Client’s core business hours (8:30 am–5:00 pm ET)
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred Experience
- Experience with nonprofit public health associations or member-based organizations
- Exposure to CDC, FDA, or other public health agencies
- Familiarity with poison information systems, the National Poison Data System (NPDS), or clinical toxicology
Compensation & Work Schedule
- Base salary: $60,000–$70,000 per year (commensurate with experience)
- Employment type: Full‑time, salaried exempt
- Work model: Hybrid workplace with on-site work required on days set by Confidential Client
- Start date: Projected December 2026
- Closing date: Applications accepted until the position is filled
- Benefits: Full benefits package (details provided by the hiring organization)
About the Client & NPDS
Confidential Client represents the nation’s Poison Centers and maintains the National Poison Data System (NPDS), a near‑real‑time surveillance database that supports public health research, education, outreach, emergency response, and monitoring of emerging threats. This role advances the national public health mission by supporting data licensing, partnerships, and the effective use of NPDS data by government, industry, NGOs, and academic researchers.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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