RSCH DATA ANL 3

About the role

This position involves gathering, analyzing, and interpreting a wide variety of research data. The individual will design and conduct research, including selecting data samples, developing research instruments, and analyzing collected information according to established statistical methods. Responsibilities include developing recommendations based on research findings, preparing reports, charts, tables, and other visual aids to interpret and communicate data and results.

Specifically, this role will oversee the data collection process for research participants, serving as the primary contact for OB and ensuring data integrity for a study focused on oral health and pregnancy (CHEER). The individual will ensure correct data entry, complete enrollments, and proper compensation. They will work directly with Principal Investigators (PIs) on data analyses and serve as co-lead author on one or more manuscripts.

Department Overview

The Department of Orofacial Sciences (OFS) at the UCSF School of Dentistry brings together clinical disciplines such as Craniofacial Anomalies, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, and Periodontology. The department engages in cross-disciplinary clinical, teaching, and research activities. Students and trainees gain broad exposure to oral disease diagnosis, treatment, developmental conditions, and craniofacial disorders through specialty clinics.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Statistics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least three years of experience managing complex datasets and population-based study data.
• Experience creating and managing REDCap datasets within a clinical trial setting.
• Experience in monitoring and reporting clinical trial data to internal and external entities.
• Robust experience analyzing and reporting scientific data related to pregnancy and pregnancy outcomes.
• Able to conduct analyses in SAS (preferred) or a similar statistical platform.
• Thorough knowledge of the research function.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years in academic research.
• Three or more years of experience working with pregnant populations.
• Experience writing and applying for grants from the NIH or similar funder.