Research Data Analyst

Job Summary

The Gaw Lab (https://gawlab.ucsf.edu/) is seeking a part-time Research Data Analyst to join our collaborative group to study maternal-fetal immune responses. This position will primarily assist with data analysis and visualization.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, performs basic statistical and data analysis.
• Attends virtual meetings with team members (scheduled and impromptu).
• Provides detailed weekly reports.
• Collates research data and prepares it for analysis.
• Assists with study design proposals and survey instruments.
• Supports testing of research instruments and data sources.
• Assists with report preparation and/or analysis for internal constituents.
• Assists with evaluation and research of data reporting products.
• Develops knowledge in areas of storage, documentation, and dissemination of computerized data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area (e.g., computational sciences, statistics, data science, bioinformatics) and/or at least 3 months of equivalent experience/training.
• Acquires knowledge of research function.
• Acquires ability to perform research analysis duties.
• Acquires statistical analysis, systems programming, and database design skills to perform research analysis duties.
• Able to effectively manage time and see assigned parts of projects through to completion on deadline.
• Excellent consultation and communication skills.
• Prior experience with R and/or Python.
• Able to manage a flexible work schedule.
• Prior experience with analysis of “-omics” data.
• Able to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Able to meet deadlines, sometimes on short notice (e.g., less than 2 days).
• Willingness to use communication systems such as Slack for team communication.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here. Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.