Sr. Research Data Analyst; Mental Health

Overview

We are seeking a Sr. Research Data Analyst who will build complex data models and conduct complex data analysis in support of research projects, programs, and/or studies. The Sr. Research Data Analyst is responsible for the coordination of data and data analysis activities across multiple studies. This position is responsible for leading a specific gene-environment interaction analytic project for our GEARS autism center of excellence.

• Develop, manage, and database of survey data from multi-site study.
• Develop standard operating procedures for initial data entry and data updates.
• Oversee quality control procedures for database and ongoing analysis.
• Develop data models.
• Conduct statistical analyses of data collected in this system to support empirical study.
• Build transmission models.
• Create and curate software tools across diverse programming languages in support of research efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Derive polygenic risk scores from large extant genome-wide genotyping datasets.
• Clearly summarize and present findings at team meetings.
• Prepare written reports of statistical analyses, including relevant statistical theory, references, methods, results, and conclusions, to contribute to scientific publications.
• Collaborate with a network of scientists and staff to address research questions involving the analysis of genetic and environmental risk hypotheses.

• Master s Degree in related field.
• One-year of related experience.
• Highly specialized advanced knowledge, education and/or training in a specialized field of study to conduct research.

• PhD in a related field.
• Genetic epidemiology or statistical genetics training and experience.
• Experience performing analyses on a high-performance compute cluster, utilizing parallelization and multi-threading, and mastery of the R statistical language.
• Experience in neurodevelopmental outcomes and prenatal exposures.

• Biostatistical Analysis - Intermediate
• Data Management and Analysis - Intermediate
• Data Tool and Resource Development - Intermediate
• Data Validation and Quality Assurance - Intermediate
• Project Management - Intermediate
• Research Software Development - Intermediate
• Statistical Modeling - Intermediate
• Statistical Programming - Intermediate

The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Classified

Title:

Sr. Research Data Analyst
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MD
Starting Salary Range: $26.82 - $46.92 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group:
Casual / On Call

Schedule:

Hours Vary;
Typically 9:00am-2:00pm
FLSA Status:
Exempt

Location:

Remote
Department name:
Mental Health Research Projects
Personnel area:
School of Public Health