Research Data Analyst

Job Opening ID: 67981

Reports To: Professor

Working Title: RESEARCH DATA ANALYST

Department: Health, Society & Behavr Dept

Bargaining Unit: 99

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Payroll Job Code: 006256

Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine

Percent of Time: 100%

Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F

Employee Class: Contract

Position Summary:

The Department of Health, Society and Behavior within the UCI School of Public Health examines the social determinants of health, with an emphasis on health equity. About the Program in Public Health and future School of Population and Public Health: UCI Public Health is dedicated to the achievement of health equity for all populations through teaching, research, service and public health practice locally and globally. Championing the principles of evidence-based public health science, the program aspires to understand and impact population level social, biological and environmental determinants of health and well-being. Drawing from the diverse expertise of its faculty, it aims to educate the future workforce of California and beyond through exceptional programs and experiential learning opportunities. Learn more at publichealth.uci.edu.

This position is a 6-month full-time contract role that is funded by an extramural grant. Under the general supervision of the research manager, the Research Data Analyst will take and pass human subjects training modules, read-in and manage large-scale secondary datasets (e.g., US Vital Statistics), and conduct intensive longitudinal data analysis consistent with the epidemiologic aims of the grant. Specific tasks that fall under that general scope include the following: manage IRB-related documents, read-in raw datasets in R and SAS, manage study datasets, clean geospatial data on addresses, link other geospatial data (by census block) to address data, conduct statistical analyses, and prepare research manuscripts and presentations.

Total Compensation:

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

$31.94 - $56.75 (Hourly Rate)

Department Website:

https://publichealth.uci.edu/departments/department-of-health-society-behavior/

Required:

• 2-5 years of related work experience.

• BA/BS or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Working knowledge of SAS and R Working skills in geospatial data on addresses

• Working skills in reading in raw data Ability to manage and merge large datasets

• Excellent interpersonal skills to relate easily and effectively with people within and outside the University Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize and follow up.

• Ability to work professionally and as part of a team, keeping track of any ongoing or new problems or requests.

• Proficiency with UCI IRB processes

Preferred:

• MPH or equivalent masters' degree preferred

• Previous experience in University research setting and/or health system

Conditions of Employment

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan

• Legal Right to work in the United States

• Vaccination Policies

• Smoking and Tobacco Policy

• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act

• E-Verify

• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu