Northwestern University · 2 weeks ago
Research Data Analyst Associate
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$57K/yr - $63K/yr
1+ years expNorthwestern University’s Impact Institute conducts research on the health of LGBTQ populations, aiming to improve lives through data-driven strategies. The Research Data Analyst Associate will support the RADAR project by designing data management strategies and ensuring data quality for research related to LGBTQ individuals.
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Responsibilities
Assisting with the design, testing, and maintenance of data collection instruments, participant tracking tools, and electronic data capture systems (e.g., REDCap)
Carrying out ongoing data quality assurance procedures, including data cleaning, validation, codebook development, and documentation of data irregularities or protocol deviations
Performing secure data storage, organization, and retrieval processes consistent with institutional and federal compliance requirements (including de-identification, data transfer protocols, and controlled-access procedures)
Supporting the establishment, maintenance, and sharing of research datasets for internal project use and for external collaborators, including preparation of well-documented, analysis-ready datasets
Collaborating with investigators and analysts to generate summary statistics or descriptive reports that inform study operations and manuscript development
Contributing to research dissemination through preparation of figures, tables, technical summaries, and methodological documentation for manuscripts, presentations, and grant reports
Participating in regular team meetings and contributing to the development and refinement of data-related workflows, standard operating procedures, and best practices for longitudinal cohort research
Partners with clients to define requirements based on business objectives
Develop standardized templates, policies, and procedures for internal and external reporting
Designs and prepares documentation for qualitative and quantitative data analysis
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
Completes data cleaning and organizes data files for analysis
Reviews data and Identifies quality issues
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
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
Good time management skills; efficient and resourceful in problem-solving; able to prioritize tasks
Ability to interact sensitively, effectively, and professionally with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Clear and effective oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated experience using one or more statistical/programming software such as SPSS, SAS or R
Preferred
Demonstrated experience programming surveys using computer assisted self-interviewing technology
One year of experience in research-related programming, data management and statistical data processing
Previous experience working in a biomedical, social science, or health science research field
Self-driven with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and guidance
Willingness to expand technical skills
Experience with REDCap for data collection
Technical proficiency with SAS
Benefits
Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans
Retirement benefits
Tuition discounts
Comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care
Employee career development
Variety of tools and resources for professional development
Company
Northwestern University
Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$98.02MKey Investors
National Peanut BoardAdvanced Research Projects Agency for HealthGRAMMY Museum
2024-10-30Grant
2024-10-04Grant· $34M
2023-11-28Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
Diego Klabjan
Professor
Henry Bienen
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