Change Analyst, Flourish and Thrive Labs

Flourish and Thrive Labs is a woman-owned and led consulting firm specializing in public health solutions. The team, composed of former public health officials, collaborates with state and local health departments nationwide to build resilient public health operating systems. The company prioritizes ethical standards, teamwork, and mutual support.

Flourish and Thrive Labs operates like an urban neighborhood—a diverse group of individuals coming together to work and embrace the beauty of that diversity. The team is known for its joyful and unconventional approach, recently mailing stickers to over 200 local health professionals simply to spread joy.

As partners with Salesforce, Microsoft, and AWS, the firm specializes in technology implementation with a strong people focus. This expertise is combined with strategic planning, data analysis, coaching, and facilitation to support local public health department staff effectively.

Core Values:

• People First
• Focus on Capacity Building
• Belief in Continuous Experimentation
• By Public Health; For Public Health
• Do What Is Right. Always.

Flourish and Thrive Labs is seeking passionate, joyful individuals who align with its ethos of being different and making a difference.

Position: Change Analyst

Flourish & Thrive Labs is hiring a Change Analyst to support its innovative work in data modernization across local and state health departments. This role will play a key part in implementing the organization’s data modernization maturity model and guiding public health organizations through transformative change. The ideal candidate will have experience managing data-focused organizational change within public health settings and will help agencies embrace modern data practices and cultures.

Salary: $75,000 per year (including fully paid health insurance premiums for employees and their families, life insurance, and short-term disability).

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute change management plans for data stewards using ADKAR/PROSCI methodologies
• Facilitate training and onboarding programs
• Coordinate Enterprise Data Platform (EDP) user group activities
• Build relationships with data stewards (primarily epidemiologists)
• Support data governance initiatives
• Monitor and evaluate change adoption success

Required Skills:

• Background in data management or epidemiology
• Demonstrated experience with ADKAR, PROSCI, or equivalent change management frameworks
• Strong communication and facilitation skills
• Understanding of change management principles
• Ability to translate complex concepts for various audiences
• Experience with data systems and governance
• Ability to work with AI tools and large language models

Additional Information:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Willingness to adhere to a no-drug workplace policy.
• Employment verification via eVerify is required upon hiring.
• Applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences are encouraged, even if not all listed qualifications are met.

Hispanic Leadership Development Fellowship, National Hispanic Medical Association

The Hispanic Leadership Development Fellowship Program is funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health. The fellowship is offering current graduate students and recent graduates a paid 9-month leadership opportunity to prepare for career opportunities within public health agencies and increase awareness and competency in health equity knowledge and practice.

The National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA) Hispanic Leadership Development Fellowship (HLDF) is a 9-month, in-person, paid fellowship program that pairs current masters level students or recent graduates (must have graduated within past 2 years) with an HHS agency in the DC/Metropolitan area.  The program will run from September 1, 2025 – May 29, 2026.

Program Components:

• Fellows will be paid a salary of $5,500 per month, for 9 months, working 40 hours per week
• Health insurance including medical, dental and vision, will be provided during the fellowship duration
• NHMA will only cover relocation travel costs associated with: 1) One round trip to and from the Washington, D.C. area, 2) Up to $575 and incidentals associated with one day of travel to and from D.C area.
• Fellows will be responsible for securing housing.
• Fellows will receive support from the NHMA Staff, host site mentors, and personal NHMA mentors
• Fellows will be required to participate in virtual and experiential learning activities throughout the 9-month program
• Fellows may have the opportunity to present their work at their Host Site placements & final projects to OMH and NHMA Leadership.

Criteria & Eligibility:

• Current master’s level student or have a graduation date from a master’s program within 2 years
• Strong interest in working in HHS
• Must be able to relocate to Washington, D.C
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Must be a current NHMA Member (Student membership $20)

Applications due March 10th, 2025. For more information and application instructions, visit the posting on 12Twenty.

Various Full Time Positions, China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study at Wuhan University

The China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS) is a large-scale interdisciplinary research project jointly led by Wuhan University and Peking University. CHARLS provides highquality microdata representing households and individuals aged 45 and above in China. The sample covers over 10,000 households from 150 districts and counties, as well as 450 village-level units nationwide. CHARLS aims to promote interdisciplinary research on population aging and health issues, thereby providing a more scientific basis for the formulation and improvement of relevant policies in China. The study is recruiting the following positions domestically and internationally:

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

• Wuhan University’s CHARLS team is recruiting three types of postdoctoral researchers: Hongyi Postdoctoral Fellows, Key-funded Postdoctoral Fellows, and Research Project Postdoctoral Fellows, all under Professor Yaohui Zhao. A distinguished scholar, Professor Zhao holds multiple academic roles at Wuhan University and Peking University. Postdocs will gain expertise in CHARLS data analysis, receive professional research guidance, and participate in team projects. Exceptional candidates may be recommended for long-term teaching or research positions at Wuhan University.
• Application Requirements:
  • Applicants must hold a doctoral degree from well-known universities at home and abroad, or have passed the dissertation defense (limited to Hongyi Postdoctoral Fellows). Graduates with a research focus in applied microeconomics are preferred, while consideration will also be given to candidates in the fields of demography, sociology, and public health
  • Proficient in modern econometric methods, and able to use common data analysis software such as Stata or Python proficiently to process large-scale microdata
  • Excellent English listening, speaking, reading, and writing abilities;
  • Age not exceeding 35 years old (as of February 28, 2025);
  • Obtained a doctoral degree no more than three years ago (as of February 28, 2025);
• To apply, visit the form linked here. Applications are due February 28, 2025.

Researcher

• Job Responsibilities include participation in data research, data analysis, and paper writing for the CHARLS team, while providing support for field work.
• Job Requirements:
  • PhD graduate (including recent graduates)
  • Majors in economics, sociology, public health, data science, or related fields, with a preference for those with research focus on applied microeconomics
  • Ability to conduct independent research
  • Proficiency in modern econometric methods, proficient in common data analysis software such as Stata or Python
  • Excellent English listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, with preference for those with excellent English paper or research report publication records
  • Able to participate in paid training in the near future.
• To apply, visit the form linked here. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and applications will be considered in the order they are received.

Advanced Data Analyst

• Job Responsibilities
  • Provide programming and data analysis support for field surveys and related research conducted by the project team
  • Design and develop relevant questionnaires and programs
  • Write research reports
• Recruitment Criteria
  • Master’s degree or above in economics, statistics, or other related majors with a focus on data processing preferred
  • Proficiency in the Stata language, familiarity with Stata C API and Python API
  • Proficient in data processing modules in Python such as Numpy, Pandas, etc.
  • Familiarity with low-level languages such as C or Fortran preferred
  • Excellent learning ability, diligent and meticulous work attitude, strong sense of responsibility
  • Good reading and writing skills in both Chinese and English
  • Good communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
  • Able to participate in paid training in the near future
• To apply, visit the form linked here. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and applications will be considered in the order they are received.

Field Supervisor

• Job Responsibilities:
  • Organize and implement field survey activities
  • Recruit, train, manage, and maintain survey interviewers
  • Coordinate with various levels of institutions at the survey sites.
  • Provide data analysis support for research conducted by the project team. Candidates proficient in data analysis software such as Stata or Python will be given preference
• Qualifications:
  • A Master’s degree or higher is required, with a preference for majors in Economics, Sociology, or Management.
  • A strong passion for social survey work; candidates with experience in social surveys will be given preference.
  • Strong communication, coordination, execution, and teamwork skills. Leadership experience in student organizations is a plus.
  • Candidates with prior experience in the CHARLS project (e.g., as an intern supervisor, team leader, or outstanding interviewer) will be given priority. Exceptions may be made for exceptionally qualified candidates.
  • A diligent and detail-oriented work ethic, strong moral character, and a high sense of responsibility. 
  • The ability to work under pressure, with a strong sense of initiative and self-discipline
• To apply, visit the form linked here. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and applications will be considered in the order they are received.