Research Data Analyst II

Job Summary:

Works on research data reporting assignments that are of moderate diversity in scope. Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Involves gathering, analyzing, and interpreting a wide variety of research data. Designs and conducts research including selecting data samples, developing research instruments, analyzing collected information according to established statistical methods, and developing recommendations based on research findings. Prepares reports, charts, tables, and other visual aids to interpret and communicate data and results.

We are seeking a full-time Data Analyst to become an integral part of our team. We offer a positive environment with dedicated colleagues in the Department of Neurology at UCSF. The Research Data Analyst will support epidemiologic studies, which aim to collect data from people with Parkinson’s disease (PD), people at risk of developing PD, and other research volunteers to answer key scientific questions in the field.   

The Research Data Analyst will be the primary analyst for an observational multicenter study Parkinson’s disease genetics study and will also participate in analyses of other related observational study datasets. 

The Research Data Analyst will have the following responsibilities: 1) conduct primary statistical analyses, including data tabulation and reporting, descriptive statistics, and multivariate and longitudinal data analyses; 2) conduct data quality control 3) contribute to analyses of genetic risk factors for PD among ancestrally diverse samples. Secondary responsibilities include facilitating harmonization of study data with external datasets, interpreting and writing up results for publication, assisting with progress reports; and engaging in grant-writing process including preparation of preliminary analyses. 

We are seeking a candidate who enjoys liaising with multiple study collaborators. The Research Data Analyst should show a strong interest in clinical research and a desire to contribute to the state of knowledge on genetics and other risk factors for Parkinson’s disease. The Research Data Analyst must be able to multi-task, problem-solve, and apply creative solutions to new and unexpected situations with limited supervision.

 

Department Description:

The mission of the Department of Neurology at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) includes delivering the most exceptional clinical care to our patients, leading transformative cutting-edge research, and training the leaders of tomorrow in both neurology and neuroscience. Our department’s faculty, trainees, and staff work at a University and in a community that values and embraces diversity and strives to make an impact worldwide through our global and public health efforts.  

 

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Essential Function (Yes/No)

  

Key Responsibilities

(To be completed by Supervisor)

7yes

Conducts statistical studies in support of research proposals and protocols.

• Assists in grant-writing process including preparation of preliminary analyses
• Contributes to interpreting and writing up results for publication

15yes

Maintains and develops research gathering, retrieval and reporting systems.

• Programs and modifies Redcap and other questionnaire engines and databases
• Develops and modifies data dictionaries and codebooks
• Contributes to data harmonization efforts 

5yes

Contributes to planning of studies, including the testing of survey instruments and determining the sampling and reporting procedures.

• Designing and reviewing schedule of activities, metrics, and reports 
• Monitors data quality control / data cleaning as needed

20yes

Collaborates on the design, documentation, testing and implementation of research studies.

• Liaise with study leadership to assist in execute study analytic needs
• Work collaboratively with other multi-function teams
• Coordinate and participate in regular investigator meetings (teleconference/webinar/in person)
• Design/refine data collection instruments
• Develop data quality control measures to identify and resolve data discrepancies

20yes

Prepares reports and / or analyses for internal department constituents.

• Performs data quality control 
• Data cleaning as needed

3noMay be involved in researching, evaluating and selecting new data reporting products.5yesAssists in developing systems for organizing data to analyze, identify and report trends.20yes

Gathers and analyzes research data; prepares and summarizes information . 

• Prepares data for presentation 
• Quality assurance checks to ensure flawless deliverables
• Data analysis and visualization efforts tailored to study priorities