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Sacred Heart University

Social Science Research Analyst

Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, Connecticut, us, 06828


We are looking to fill Social Science Research Analyst, GS-0101-7/9, positions in the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Click on “Learn more about this agency” for more details!What is an SSRA?Social Science Research Analysts (SSRAs) perform qualitative and quantitative analysis in social science areas. At CMS, SSRA’s focus on human and health research.Utilize appropriate market research and qualitative or statistical techniques to identify ways to improve communication, outreach, and education to these program populations.Interpret data including routine data tabulations and graphs; identify factors such as data limitations, biases, sampling errors, and inconsistencies.Apply qualitative and quantitative methods when participating in the review and assessment of management program operations, policies, and projects determined to be high-priority.Conduct portions of program studies and projects related to the mission of the organizational unit and agency.Prepare and coordinate a variety of written products, including position papers and briefing materials for senior officials to use as background information on program policy-related activities.Conditions of EmploymentYou must be a U.S. Citizen or National to apply for this position.You must possess a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.You must meet all program, qualification and education requirements.You will be subject to a background and suitability investigation.You must sign a Pathways Participant Agreement before starting employment.QualificationsPROGRAM REQUIREMENTS :

You must be ELIGIBLE and QUALIFIED in order to be referred to Hiring Managers.ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Am I considered a Recent Graduate?GPA Requirement:

You must possess a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on the unweighted 4.0 scale upon completion of your academic degree or certificate program.To be eligible as a Recent Graduate:Individuals who within the previous 2 years, completed a qualifying associates, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution. Therefore, you must have completed your educational program no earlier than October 31, 2022.To verify your eligibility as a Recent Graduate, you must submit the following at the time of application:

A copy of your unofficial transcripts from the educational institution you attended.To be eligible as a Degree Candidate for Fall 2024:Individuals who are degree candidates for this current semester/term, i.e. Fall 2024, scheduled to complete a qualifying degree or certificate program AND degree/certificate has not been conferred at time of application.To verify your eligibility as a Degree Candidate for Fall 2024:

A copy of your unofficial transcripts from the educational institution you attended.QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Do I qualify at the GS-07 or GS-09 Grade Level?In order to qualify for the GS-07

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you must meet one of the following:Specialized Experience:

You must demonstrate in your resume at least one year (52 weeks) of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 grade level.Substitution of Education for Experience:

You may substitute education for specialized experience at the GS-07 grade level by possessing at least one full year of graduate level education.Superior Academic Achievement:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university AND one of the following provisions of superior academic achievement:In order to qualify for the GS-09

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you must meet one of the following:Specialized Experience:

You must demonstrate in your resume at least one year (52 weeks) of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level.Substitution of Education for Experience:

You may substitute education for specialized experience at the GS-09 grade level by possessing a Master’s Degree or equivalent graduate degree.ALL TRANSCRIPTS are required

at the time of application

to verify satisfactory completion of the educational requirement.EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

In addition to meeting the qualification requirements, all candidates must have the following educational requirements:Degree:

behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position.-OR-Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.-OR-Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.

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