Rice University · 1 day ago
Research Analyst, Kinder Institute for Urban Research
Kraft Hall 6100 Main St, Houston, TX, 77005, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$66K/yr - $68K/yr
2+ years expRice University is a prestigious institution located in Houston, Texas, known for its commitment to academic excellence and community engagement. The Kinder Institute for Urban Research is looking for a full-time Research Analyst to support various research projects focused on health and social determinants, working closely with community organizations. This role involves data collection, analysis, and presentation of research findings, as well as mentoring student research assistants.
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Responsibilities
Assists with research projects, including the design and planning of research questions, and collaborates in data collection and analysis, as well as in the dissemination and communication of findings
Identifies, locates, and obtains data and information necessary for conducting research projects
Uses quantitative and/or qualitative methodologies from the social sciences
Maintains and implements quality control standards for varying research projects
Facilitates planning, scheduling, execution, and completion of research projects
Runs statistical analyses using standard statistical methods and techniques
Codes and analyzes qualitative data to derive meaning from in-depth interviews or focus groups
Utilizes appropriate statistical software programs to conduct research
Verifies the accuracy and replicability of data analysis using scientific and numerical skills
Interprets and communicates research findings for various audiences and publications, including research briefs, journals, manuscripts, professional conferences, and data visualization graphics
Performs all other duties as assigned
Provides support for established research partnerships
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in public health, psychology, sociology, or other social science or related field and completion of a university-level course
2+ years of experience in the following: Data maintenance and analysis, Maintaining quality control standards, Quantitative methodology, Stata, SAS, or R
Knowledge of statistical software packages such as Stata, SAS, R, or HLM
Excellent analytical and research skills
Ability to build reports
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proofreading
Excellent presentation skills
Preferred
Doctoral or Master's degree (or foreign equivalent) in public health, psychology, sociology, or other social science or related field and one year of experience in the following: Data analysis, Quantitative methodology, SPSS, Stata, SAS, or R
Spanish-speaking is a plus
Company
Rice University
Rice University is a private research university that focuses on providing undergraduate education services.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$80.9MKey Investors
National Heart, Lung and Blood InstituteAdvanced Research Projects Agency for HealthUS Department of Energy
2024-09-19Grant
2024-08-13Grant· $18M
2023-07-27Grant
Leadership Team
Ken Medlock
James A Baker III and Susan G Baker Fellow in Energy and Resource Economics
Kyle Judah
Executive Director, Liu Idea Lab for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Lilie)
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