The University of Georgia ยท 1 month ago
Limited Term Senior Research Associate (Caughy)
Athens, GA
Part-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$26.32/hr - $26.32/hr
2+ years expThe University of Georgia is a prestigious institution known for its commitment to higher education and ranked among the top public universities. The Limited Term Senior Research Associate will provide specialized support for funded research projects, focusing on data imputation, participant incentive tracking, and geocoding script development using R software.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Information TechnologyRoboticsSoftware
Responsibilities
Independently perform data imputation using PcAux in R, selecting appropriate imputation methods based on the structure and quality of the data
Evaluate missing data patterns and determine the best statistical strategies to address them
Assess the integrity of raw data sets and prepare them for imputation
Review and validate the quality of imputed data, making adjustments as needed to improve accuracy and reliability
Respond to collaborator requests for imputed data files, ensuring datasets meet research standards and are tailored to specific project needs
Maintain documentation of imputation procedures and decisions for transparency and reproducibility
Monitor the distribution and redemption of participant incentives across multiple research projects
Identify and resolve issues related to incentive delivery, such as incorrect contact information, delays, or technical errors
Communicate with participants and project staff to ensure smooth processing of incentives
Maintain accurate records of incentive transactions and troubleshoot discrepancies
Collaborate with project coordinators to refine incentive tracking systems and improve efficiency
Develop and maintain R scripts for geocoding participant addresses or other location-based data
Ensure scripts are optimized for accuracy and efficiency, using appropriate APIs or geocoding packages
Provide support to team members in implementing and adapting the geocoding script for project-specific needs
Document the script and its usage for future reference and reproducibility
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
In-depth knowledge of R
Deep knowledge of advanced statistical methodology, including the ability to make independent decisions regarding when to implement specific strategies
Ability to independently impute data using PcAux in R, including making decisions regarding the type of imputation needed based on data characteristics
Independently evaluating the quality of the imputation and making decisions on how to adjust the imputation process accordingly
Ability to independently evaluate data requests from collaborators and create data sets from available data files
Ability to assess independently the integrity of data sets
Strong attention to detail
Company
The University of Georgia
The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with state-wide commitments and responsibilities, is the state's flagship institution of higher education.
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Mark Johnson
Chief Technology Officer, Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication
Alan Dorsey
Professor of Physics and Associate Chief Information Officer for Research
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