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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN CFA Data Equity Specialist in Austin, Texas
Research Leadership: Develop and coordinate Center research projects that address equity issues relating to the design, development, and implementation of epidemic models and training resources. This will include leadership in supporting the research team in internal projects and engagements with public health partners, as well as identifying, articulating, and managing equity-related projects in support of the broader Center activities and goals.Biases and Ensuring Equity in Data, Modeling and Research: Broadly raise awareness of key disparities and equity concerns in public health data, forecasting, and decision-support modeling. Promote the integration of diverse perspectives and equity challenges into Center projects, data acquisition and analyses, research dissemination, and training efforts. Serve as a liaison to public health and community organizations within and outside of UT to gather data, build relationships, and ensure the relevance and translation of research efforts. Facilitate the design and implementation of surveys and focus groups to identify biases and needs relating to Center model development and training activities. Ensure the Center consults stakeholders appropriate to the efforts, such as but not limited to community leaders, public health officials, and area experts who have not only a vested interest in the research, but information and expertise that will enhance the process and findings.