Research Data Analyst Associate, Pulmonary

at  Northwestern University

Utilizes multiple quantitative and qualitative datasets from a variety of sources and interprets results using various techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining. Assists in the design, development and implementation of business solutions partnering with clients to identify analytical requirements. Compiles reports, charts, and tables based on established statistical methods.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND ANY OTHER CERTIFICATIONS OR CLEARANCES)

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor’s or higher degree in a scientific major or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.

MINIMUM COMPETENCIES: (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES.)

• Demonstrated laboratory experience;
• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions as required by research protocols;
• Demonstrated computer skills, including spreadsheets and basic computations;
• Attention to detail and accurate record keeping;
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment;
• Manual dexterity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND ANY OTHER CERTIFICATIONS OR CLEARANCES)

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor’s or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
• Please see information highlighted in tables below.
• Digital repository
• Code Repositories (Git, Subversion)
• Mac OS X Operating System
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Outlook)
• Microsoft SharePoint
• SQL/MySQL/Postgres
• agile environment
• Code documentation
• collaboration and teamwork
• evaluate resources
• facilitate collaboration
• functional documentation
• iterative & incremental development
• organizational skills
• planning
• workflow development & documentation
• write proposals and project charters
• Hippa

Strategic Planning

• Partners with clients to define requirements based on business objectives.

Administration

• Develop standardized templates, policies, and procedures for internal and external reporting.
• Designs and prepares documentation for qualitative and quantitative data analysis.

Development

• Completes a variety of statistical analyses using appropriate data and software
• Merges data from multiple sources in preparation for analysis.
• Interprets results of analyses for use in reports and presentations

Performance

• Completes data cleaning and organizes data files for analysis.
• Reviews data and Identifies quality issues

Supervises

• Other duties as assigned.