Stanford University · 2 months ago
Research Data Analyst 1
Stanford University is seeking a Research Data Analyst 1 to manage and analyze large amounts of information in the Sheltzer Lab. The role involves analyzing genomic aberrations in cancer and collaborating with scientists on high-throughput experimental results.
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Responsibilities
Collect, manage and clean datasets
Employ new and existing tools to interpret, analyze, and visualize multivariate relationships in data
Create databases and reports, develop algorithms and statistical models, and perform statistical analyses appropriate to data and reporting requirements
Use system reports and analyses to identify potentially problematic data, make corrections, and determine root cause for data problems from input errors or inadequate field edits, and suggest possible solutions
Develop reports, charts, graphs and tables for use by investigators and for publication and presentation
Analyze data processes in documentation
Collaborate with faculty and research staff on data collection and analysis methods
Provide documentation based on audit and reporting criteria to investigators and research staff
Communicate with government officials, grant agencies and industry representatives
Other duties may also be assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or a combination of education and relevant experience
Experience in a quantitative discipline such as economics, finance, statistics or engineering
Substantial experience with MS Office and analytical programs
Strong writing and analytical skills
Ability to prioritize workload
Preferred
Proficiency in Python, R, Linux, and command line tools
A strong background in genomics, including WGS, RNA-Seq, and single-cell approaches
Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to effectively generate data visualizations suitable for presentation and publication
Benefits
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Company
Stanford University
Stanford University is a teaching and research university that focuses on graduate programs in law, medicine, education, and business.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$26.52MKey Investors
National Institutes of HealthCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineGRAMMY Museum
2025-09-08Grant
2025-01-30Grant· $5.6M
2023-08-17Grant
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