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Massgeneralbrigham

Research Data Analyst

Belmont, MA · On-site +1

$41K - $60K/yr

Job Summary Summary The Research Data Analyst will work under the direction of the Principal Investigator to support collaborative research integrating genomic and multi-omic data with clinical and ...

Naughty Dog

Research Data Analyst

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

Naughty Dog is looking for a Research Data Analyst to join our User Research team and help us better understand how players engage with our games. In this role, you'll work closely with Sony Game ...

Naughty Dog

Research Data Analyst

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$51.83 - $64.76/hr

Naughty Dog is looking for a Research Data Analyst to join our User Research team and help us better understand how players engage with our games. In this role, you'll work closely with Sony Game ...

The Pennsylvania State University

... a Research Data Analyst interested in a career at the research-policy nexus supporting the ... Curiosity and a generalist attitude with interest in diverse social policy issues * Ability to work ...

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Research Data Analyst Associate

Evanston, IL • On-site

Northwestern University
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$57K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Northwestern University rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 49 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

316th of 631 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Department: IPR - Inst for Policy Res
Salary/Grade: EXS/6
Job Summary:
Utilizes multiple quantitative and qualitative datasets from a variety of sources and interprets results using various techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining. Assists in the design, development and implementation of business solutions, partnering with clients to identify analytical requirements. Compiles reports, charts, and tables based on established statistical methods.
The Center for Neighborhood Engaged Research & Science (CORNERS), housed within the Institute for Policy Research (IPR) at Northwestern University, is seeking a Research Data Analyst Associate to join our team. CORNERS conducts Neighborhood Science for Neighborhood Solutions, leveraging the transformative power of networks to help community and civic partners build safer, healthier neighborhoods. CORNERS provides partners across Chicago, Cook County, and Illinois with first-class, actionable research that leverages rigorous scholarship to inform practitioners and policymakers impacting neighborhoods nationwide. Learn more: www.cornersresearch.org.
The Research Data Analyst Associate will support a diverse portfolio of applied research projects across the center. Responsibilities may vary depending on candidate skill set and project needs.
This is a 6-month term position. Opportunity for renewal will be based on performance and available funding.
Specific Responsibilities:
Administration
  • Develop standardized templates, policies, and procedures for internal and external reporting.
  • Design and prepare documentation for qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
Development
  • Completes a variety of statistical analyses using appropriate data and software
  • Interprets results of analyses for use in reports and presentations
Performance
  • Completes data cleaning and organizes data files for analysis.
  • Reviews data and identifies quality issues
Supervises
  • Provides support and mentorship of more junior staff, for example, research assistants and students
Miscellaneous
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)
  • 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.
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)
  • Microsoft Sharepoint
  • Critical Thinking
  • Judgment
  • Problem Solving
  • Code Documentation
  • Collaboration And Teamwork
  • Facilitate Collaboration
  • Iterative & Incremental Development
  • Organizational Skills
  • Planning
Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)
  • Strong analytical skills and familiarity with social science research methods, studies, and analyses.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to seek resources and learn new analytical techniques.
  • Flexible and self-motivated, with strong ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and work in teams
Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience)
  • Experience working in an applied social science research setting.
  • Coursework in research methods and/or analyses, including spatial statistics, network analysis, qualitative research, causal inference, meta-analysis, and/or other social science research.
  • Master's Degree in a relevant field, for example, social sciences, statistics, public health, social work, economics, or other relevant field of study.
Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)
  • Experience with a range of statistical techniques and software commonly used in social science research.
Target hiring range for this position will be between $57,000-$70,000 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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