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Research Data Analyst

Northwestern University
Chicago, IL, USAHybridData & AnalyticsEntry-Level$70,020 - $90,260Posted: 14 days ago
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About the role

Department: MED-Pulmonary

Salary/Grade: EXS/8

Job Summary:

Provides expertise in data management, quality assurance, analysis and reporting. Establishes data accuracy and validity derived from a variety of systems. Performs data analysis using statistical techniques. Researches and analyzes information using multiple databases and creates reports of data and results. Assists in the preparation and delivery of decision support reports to both internal and external customers.

Specific Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning

Partners with clients to define requirements based on business objectives.

Administration

Develop standardized templates, policies, and procedures for internal and external reporting.

Designs and prepares documentation for qualitative and quantitative data analysis.

Discuss findings with senior management

Development

Develop queries and quality metrics.

Interprets results using a variety of techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation to more complex statistical analysis.

Manages complex databases.

Performance

Completes data cleaning and organizes data files for analysis.

Reviews data and identifies quality issues.

Presents findings in an appropriate manner.

Supervises

Provides work direction and/or supervises staff such as team members, subordinates, contractors, vendors, students, etc.

Miscellaneous

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

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.

2 years data analysis/report writing or similar experience required.

Infrastructure

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

High Performance Computing (HPC)

Linux Operating System

Mac OS X Operating System

Microsoft Exchange

Microsoft Lync

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Outlook)

Microsoft SharePoint

SQL/MySQL/Postgres

Other: Microsoft Azure; OpenAI Codex

Programming Languages and Frameworks

JavaScript

Python

Shell Scripting

Analytical

critical thinking

data mining

data modeling

database design/ data structure

Debugging

decision making

judgment

metadata creation and management

problem solving

Project

agile environment

Code documentation

collaboration and teamwork

facilitate collaboration

functional documentation

iterative & incremental development

organizational skills

planning

Scrum project framework

workflow development & documentation

write proposals and project charters

Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

Action oriented - Willing or likely to take practical action to deal with a problem or situation.

Coachability - Receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement.

Collaboration - Facilitates open and effective communication, cooperation and teamwork within and outside of one's own team.

Collegiality - Helpful, respectful, approachable; builds strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Initiative - Exhibits energy and desire to achieve; sets ambitious goals and acts decisively; takes action that no one has requested to improve or enhance job results and avoid problems.

Meets deadlines - Displays consistency and success in adhering to deadlines.

Multi-tasking - Demonstrates ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Organization - Plans, organizes and schedules in an efficient, productive manner; anticipates contingencies and pays attention to detail.

Target hiring range for this position will be between $70,020 - $90,260 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Benefits:

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs.

For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Work-Life and Wellness:

Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.

We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

Professional Growth & Development:

Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you’re interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern’s non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.

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Minimum requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
  • Minimum 2 years of data analysis or report writing experience.
  • Proficiency with SQL databases, programming (Python, JavaScript, Shell), and data management tools.

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