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UC Irvine · 18 hours ago

Research Assistant (Part-Time Contract)

Irvine, CA

Part-time, Contract

Onsite

Senior Level

$31.47/hr - $35/hr

5+ years exp

UC Irvine is a leading public university known for its commitment to research and education. The Research Assistant will support health equity initiatives through data analysis and research-related responsibilities, aiming to advocate for and reduce health inequities in affected communities.

Higher Education

Diversity & Inclusion

No H1B

Responsibilities

Assist with research-related responsibilities, including data analysis, to support the execution of health equity projects

Acquire knowledge of research function

Perform research analysis duties

Conduct statistical analysis, systems programming, and database design to perform research analysis duties

Effectively manage time and see assigned parts of projects through to completion on deadline

Utilize basic consultation and communication skills

Apply data analysis skills (quantitative)

Use statistical software programs (e.g., SAS, STATA, R)

Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to relate easily and effectively with people within and outside the University

Possess strong written and verbal communication skills

Multi-task and prioritize effectively

Use a personal computer and software programs at the level of sophistication required for general office work

Familiarize with the Internet and conduct searches

Prepare/compose/review a variety of communications, primarily electronic

Qualification

Data analysisStatistical software SASStatistical software STATAStatistical software RResearch analysisDatabase designMicrosoft OfficeInternet researchCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTime managementWriting skills

Required

Acquiring knowledge of research function

Acquiring ability to perform research analysis duties

Acquiring statistical analysis, systems programming, and database design skills to perform research analysis duties

Ability to effectively manage time and see assigned parts of projects through to completion on deadline

Basic consultation and communication skills

Data analysis skills required (quantitative)

Proficient in statistical software programs (e.g., SAS, STATA, R)

Excellent interpersonal skills to relate easily and effectively with people within and outside the University, including both strong written and verbal communications

Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize

Skill to use a personal computer and computer software programs at the level of sophistication required for general office work

Knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Familiarity with the Internet and how to conduct searches

Proficient writing skills to prepare/compose/review a variety of communications, primarily electronic

Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training

Master's Degree (or substantial experience) in a related health-related field

A minimum of 5 years of experience

5 years of data analysis experience