Research Associate / Data Analyst / IT Application Developer (all genders)

Universitätsklinikum Hamburg Eppendorf; Hamburg; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Continuing education programs

30 days of vacation

Company pension plan

Family-friendly working environment

Job summary

Universitätsklinikum Hamburg Eppendorf is seeking a Data Analyst for the R-LIVER registry to support data management in medical informatics. This part-time position allows for flexible remote work and focuses on gathering and evaluating clinical data from international centers.

Responsibilities include designing data storage solutions and conducting analyses, while the ideal candidate will possess strong Python skills and a relevant degree. A meaningful opportunity in an interdisciplinary environment awaits.

Qualifications

• University degree or training in a relevant quantitative field.
• Strong proficiency in Python, especially pandas.
• Experience in data analysis and data engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design and implementation of data storage, visualization, and analysis.
• Preparation and analysis of clinical registry data using Python.
• Conduct data quality checks and plausibility analyses.
• Structure and harmonize data from various sources.
• Collaborate closely with clinical partners.

Skills

Proficiency in Python (especially pandas)

Data analysis and data engineering

Structured thinking with data

Education

University degree in computer science, bioinformatics, medical informatics, or comparable quantitative field

Job description

Overview

As part of the “R-LIVER” registry of the European Reference Network for Rare Liver Diseases (ERN RARE-LIVER; https://rare-liver.eu), we are seeking support in the area of data analysis and management. The registry’s goal is to collect, harmonize, and evaluate clinical data from international centers and make it available for research and quality control in healthcare. Data from currently over 50 international centers is recorded online in Castor EDC.

The position is situated within the field of medical informatics and clinical research and serves as an interface between physicians, data managers, and international project partners. Some remote work/working from home is possible. The position is part-time for an initial project duration of three years.

Your Responsibilities

• Design and implementation of data storage, visualization, and analysis
• Preparation and analysis of clinical registry data (Python, particularly pandas)
• Conducting data quality checks and plausibility analyses
• Structuring and harmonizing data from various international sources
• Supporting the development and maintenance of data structures and analysis logic
• Creation of analyses, reports, and visualizations
• Close collaboration with clinical partners

Your Profile

• A university degree or training in - computer science, bioinformatics, medical informatics, or a comparable quantitative field
• Strong proficiency in Python (especially pandas)
• Experience in data analysis and data engineering
• Structured thinking when working with data (e.g., understanding relationships, dependencies, and data logic)
• Meticulous and independent work style

Preferred (but Not Required)

• Experience with clinical data or registries
• Basic understanding of statistical analysis

Immunity status

Please note that employment is contingent upon proof of immunization or immunity against the measles virus, in accordance with applicable legal and medical requirements. Documentation (e.g., vaccination certificate) must be provided before employment begins.

Our Offer

• Meaningful work in the field of rare diseases
• An international, interdisciplinary work environment
• Flexible working hours and the option to work remotely part-time
• Direct collaboration within a small, efficient and enthusiastic team
• Access to continuing education programs offered by the UKE Academy
• Regular pay according to TVöD/VKA; attractive company pension plan and various employee discounts
• 30 days of vacation; possibility of special leave
• Central location: Our clinic is centrally located at the beautiful Eppendorfer Park
• Sustainable travel: subsidies for the "Deutschlandticket" and Dr. Bike bicycle service
• Crisis-proof workplace, meaningful activity, appreciative interaction and open exchange of knowledge within the team; structured induction training
• Opportunity to actively shape and develop the working environment within the framework of our employee program (UKE INside).
• Family-friendly working environment: cooperation on childcare, free vacation care, advice for employees with relatives in need of care
• Excellent health, prevention and sports offers
• Healthy and varied lunch break: In addition to our canteen, there is a rich selection of culinary offerings just a few steps away, for example the "Health Kitchen" cafés and bistros, as well as other snack bars, bakers, a supermarket, etc.

Contact

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About Us

We live diversity and value variety

We offer a work environment providing equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, sexual identity, disability, origin or religion. This is confirmed by our accession to the Charter of Diversity. We explicitly aim to increase the proportion of women in management positions, especially among scientific personnel in research and teaching. Women with equal qualifications will be given priority. The same applies in the case of under-representation of one gender in the advertised area. Persons with severe disability with equal aptitude, competence and professional performance will be given priority.

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