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Associate Scientist II, Risk Factors and Screening Research - REMOTE

American Cancer Society
AL Home Based, United States, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Jul 2026
💰 $78,000/yr($75,000/yr$78,000/yr)

About the role

At the American Cancer Society, we're working to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Our employees and 1.3 million volunteers are raising the bar every single day. We are a culture comprised of diverse backgrounds and experience, to better serve our communities. 

The people who work at the American Cancer Society focus their diverse talents on our lifesaving mission. It is a calling. And the people who answer it are fulfilled.

The Associate Scientist II position is an individual contributor role within the Surveillance, Prevention, and Health Services Research (SPHeRe) department, working under supervision. This role independently analyzes publicly or privately available surveillance data and conducts literature review to lead original research projects and/or Facts & Figures (Cancer Statistics). This role also assists with data management and statistical programming. Additional responsibilities include assisting with special projects of enterprise-wide significance. The position provides an exceptional opportunity to gain broad experience in surveillance, prevention, health services, or disparity research.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

  • Analyzes, interprets, and publishes high-impact research articles and/or Facts & Figures. 65%. 

  • Provide analytical and technical support to senior staff members in SPHeRe and Discovery Pillar. 10% 

  • Collaborates with internal and external subject matter experts. 10%  

  • Publicizes research findings by presenting at scientific conferences and by speaking with the media 5% 

  • Ensure the accuracy and consistency of data presented in scientific manuscripts and Facts & Figures Publication and scientific manuscripts (e.g., proofreading text and data checking). 5% 

  • Document analytic programs and results in an organized, dated, and clearly labeled form for future reference.  5% 

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Minimum Degree Required: Master's Degree or equivalent amount of experience and education in Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Economics, Biostatistics, and Demography. 

  • Preferred Degree: Master's Degree  

  • Certificate(s) or License(s): N/A 

  • Years of experience: Five to eight years' experience in statistical, medical, or biologic research. Cancer screening, early detection, and risk factor surveillance, and survey research experience highly desirable 

  • Driver’s License Requirement(s) [Included only if driving is part of the job duties]: N/A 

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