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**************************** Position Description: We are seeking a talented and motivated Data Journalist to join our team. This dynamic role combines journalism, data analysis, and public health advocacy to provide critical insights into the availability and accessibility of essential medicines. The Data Journalist will play a pivotal role in researching, analyzing, and visualizing data related to the medicine supply chain, enabling policymakers, healthcare professionals, and the general public to make informed decisions. Basic Qualifications: Knowledge of healthcare systems, pharmaceutical industry, and US medicine supply chains required. Proven experience as a data journalist, investigative journalist, or data analyst in a journalism or research setting. Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools such as Python, R, Tableau, or similar software. Strong storytelling skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear and engaging narratives. Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines. Familiarity with journalistic ethics, fact-checking processes, and data privacy regulations. Experience writing for various platforms, including blogs, reports, and tailored content for different client audiences. Ability to effectively respond to media requests, and present information in a clear and relatable way. Bachelor's or Master's degree in journalism, data science, pharmacy, public health, or a related field. Summary of duties: 1. Data Analysis and Research: Leverage the Medicine Supply Map data platform and the insights generated by the data science team to generate narratives and insights about the pharmaceutical medicine supply. Use statistical techniques to identify trends, patterns, and insights in the medicine supply data. Collaborate with internal and external subject matter experts, and data scientists to contextualize the data and inform the storytelling. 2. Storytelling and Reporting: Transform complex data into compelling and informative narratives, articles, and reports for publication. Write engaging and well-researched blog posts, white papers, email alerts, op-eds and other collateral that highlight the findings and implications of the medicine supply data. Craft insights and narratives tailored to different client audiences, such as healthcare professionals, policymakers, and patient advocacy groups. Respond to media requests by providing accurate and timely information derived from the Medicine Supply Map. 3. Data Visualization: Design and create visually compelling and interactive data visualizations to effectively communicate key findings. Utilize data visualization tools such as Tableau, D3.js, or similar software to present data in an accessible and engaging manner. Apply To This Job