University of Minnesota · 1 day ago
Senior Data Analyst
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expThe University of Minnesota is among the largest public research universities in the country, and they are seeking a Senior Data Analyst to oversee data management for federal grants. This role involves collaborating on an NIH study focused on housing policy and its impact on health, while managing statistical programming and project responsibilities.
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Responsibilities
Write, implement, and document statistical code to test hypotheses
Perform variable coding and transformation of variables
Develop and execute code for various analytic models, including: + Multilevel Models + Longitudinal Models + Mediation Models + Models adjusted for weights, complex designs, attrition, clustering + Collaborate with the team statistician and other team members on model specification and execution
Produce requested statistical output and interpret/summarize the results
Create tables and figures to illustrate analytic results
Implement missing data and attrition imputation techniques
Construct complex data structures, such as residential histories
Organize code and files, and conduct code review for team members in the restricted environment Ensure execution of the data-use contract to maintain data confidentiality
Submit and maintain IRB agreements and related documentation
Organize and maintain FSRDC agreements and Special Sworn Status training documentation and reminders for all study members
Prepare files and documentation for the disclosure of results from the FSRDC.Organize and assist with writing progress reports
Assist with non-programming research activities, including background literature reviews
Manage and coordinate project meetings: scheduling, organizing agendas, tracking attendance, and documenting next steps
Assist with organizing project and team files, and referencing software
Organize and manage analytic files and associated documentation
Track the analyses. Merge and integrate diverse datasets for analytic use
Execute data transfer procedures, including preparing files for disclosure from restricted environments (FSRDC)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree + 4 years of experience or a combination of education and experience to equal 8 years
At least 3 years of data programming experience
Demonstrated proficiency in R
Previous experience managing research projects
Experience documenting, organizing, and archiving statistical code and analyses
Ability to work independently
Ability to adeptly manage multiple complex tasks, such as multiple data linkages, projects, and code development
Organization, cooperation, and problem-solving skills
Willingness and ability to acquire Special Sworn Status
Preferred
Master's degree in social sciences, public health, statistics, or a related field
Active Special Sworn Status (SSS) certification for immediate access Federal Statistical Research Data Center (FSRDC)
Statistical coding expertise in multiple programming languages in addition to R such as Stata, SAS, GIS
Experience working in the FSRDC and/or working in secure, restrictive, and de-networked data environments
Experience working with data that are person-level; spatial or GIS; health focused; housing focused; nested (e.g. individuals within families); and/or longitudinal
Experience working with different functional forms of data and regression
Experience applying weight-based methods such as Inverse Probability of Treatment Weights
Experience using multiple imputation methods
Company
University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota is an educational institution that offers master's and doctoral degrees in medicine, law, and engineering fields.
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American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsNational Science FoundationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-12-01Grant· $0.03M
2023-05-04Grant· $20M
2023-04-13Grant· $10M
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