Research Data Analyst Associate

Department: Med-DevSci
Salary/Grade: EXS/6

Target hiring range for this position will be between $56,780-$73,200. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Job Summary:

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.

Specific Responsibilities:

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

Miscellaneous

Performed other duties

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.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Outlook)
• Microsoft SharePoint
• Critical Thinking
• Database Design/ Data Structure
• Debugging
• Decision Making
• Judgment
• Problem Solving
• Trouble Shooting
• Agile Environment
• Code Documentation
• Collaboration And Teamwork
• Functional Documentation
• Organizational Skills
• Planning
• Workflow Development & Documentation

Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

• Experience in database setup/maintenance in data collection software packages (e.g., REDCap or Qualtrics)
• Experience in measure scoring and documentation of psychological assessments
• Experience in project management
• Experience in dataset preparation

Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience)

• A bachelor's degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Public Health, and other applied social and behavioral sciences, or related fields
• One year research experience in applied social and behavioral sciences

Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

• Knowledge of research methods and developmental psychology/child development
• Skills managing multiple partners in research environment
• Experience in preparing complex/longitudinal datasets

Benefits:

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Work-Life and Wellness:
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

Professional Growth & Development:
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.