Research Data Analyst 1

at  Stanford University

Stanford University is seeking a Research Data Analyst 1 to Manage and analyze large amounts of information, typically technical or scientific in nature, under the direction of project researchers, investigators, or managers. This position will be on-site and will be based on the Stanford main campus.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA degree in psychology, neuroscience, or statistics
• Experience with complex human subjects’ data management.
• Experience working in research or academic setting.
• Knowledge of statistical and machine learning techniques for data analysis.
• Familiarity with fMRI data analysis techniques
• Familiarity with data visualization tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, R, Python)
• Experience working with complex datasets.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and relevant experience. Experience in a quantitative discipline such as economics, finance, statistics or engineering.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• Substantial experience with MS Office and analytical programs.
• Strong writing, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload.
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Sitting in place at computer for long periods of time with extensive keyboarding/dexterity.
• Occasionally use a telephone.
• Rarely writing by hand.
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• Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Collect, manage and clean large datasets.
• Employ new and existing tools to interpret, analyze, and visualize multivariate relationships in data.
• Create databases and reports, develop algorithms and statistical models, and perform statistical analyses appropriate to data and reporting requirements.
• Use system reports and analyses to identify potentially problematic data, make corrections, and determine root cause for data problems from input errors or inadequate field edits, and suggest possible solutions.
• Develop reports, charts, graphs and tables for use by investigators and for publication and presentation.
• Analyze data processes in documentation.
• Collaborate with faculty and research staff on data collection and analysis methods.
• Provide documentation based on audit and reporting criteria to investigators and research staff.
• Communicate with government officials, grant agencies and industry representatives.
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• Other duties may also be assigned
  
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THE EXPECTED PAY RANGE FOR THIS POSITION IS $64,480 TO $97,000 PER ANNUM. STANFORD UNIVERSITY PROVIDES PAY RANGES REPRESENTING ITS GOOD FAITH ESTIMATE OF WHAT THE UNIVERSITY REASONABLY EXPECTS TO PAY FOR A POSITION. THE PAY OFFERED TO A SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE DETERMINED BASED ON FACTORS SUCH AS (BUT NOT LIMITED TO) THE SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION, THE QUALIFICATIONS OF THE SELECTED CANDIDATE, DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET AVAILABILITY, INTERNAL EQUITY, GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION AND EXTERNAL MARKET PAY FOR COMPARABLE JOBS.

- - Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.