Data Research Analyst Senior

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky Center of Excellence in Rural Health (UK CERH) is seeking a highly skilled Research Data Analyst Senior to join our team.

This role will lead our data management efforts, overseeing data collection and analysis, developing research study designs and implementation procedures, and maintaining research project timelines. This position will identify and coordinate research collaboration opportunities and guide staff on community engagement efforts.

The Research Data Analyst Senior will play a crucial role in creating data analysis reports for manuscript preparation and conference presentation. Additionally, this position will focus on workforce data analysis of health professions, generating specialized reports for publication. The role will also involve seeking grant funding opportunities and providing grant writing for research and community engagement projects across rural Kentucky.

The Research Data Analyst Senior will be responsible for all aspects of research and Institutional Review Board (IRB) compliance to ensure all protocol requirements are met. Supervisory duties of research staff will also be a part of this position. Some travel may be required for meetings and presentations throughout Kentucky and nationally.

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of rural Kentuckians, and for over three decades, we have partnered with communities, providers, students, and individuals to achieve this goal through health professions education, health policy research, health care services, and community engagement.

Located in Hazard, Kentucky, approximately two hours from Lexington, the UK CERH was established in 1990 by state legislation to address health disparities in rural Kentucky.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Microsoft Office, SAS, SPSS and Tableau software; critical and analytical thinking, ability to travel for work (i.e. meetings, conferences, technical assistance) both in-state and out-of-state as needed.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes Preferred Education/Experience

Master's degree and 6 years of experience in collecting and analyzing data, research project management, and IRB compliance. Valid driver's license preferred.

Deadline to Apply 07/04/2024 University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.

We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.