Research Data Analyst 3 RP

The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Regents of the University of California, Los Angeles, invites applicants for a Research Data Analyst 3 in the Epidemiology department. The role supports multiple projects, coordinates study activities, analyzes data, and assists in preparing findings.

The department is a national leader in epidemiology, guiding evidence-based health policies. Candidates should have two years of global health research experience, plus skills in survey design and R/SAS analysis, with a focus on collaboration

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in global health research projects.
• 2 years experience with quantitative survey design.
• 2 years experience with data analysis in R or SAS.
• Experience in manuscript writing for scientific publication.
• Ability to coordinate progress with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of research projects and activities.
• Work collaboratively with research teams and contribute to study coordination.
• Assist in preparing research findings.

Skills

Survey design

Manuscript writing

R/SAS analysis

Presentations

Team coordination

Education

PhD Public Health

MPH or equivalent

Tools

R

SAS

Job description

Department Summary

The Epidemiology department in the Fielding School of Public Health is a national leader in preparing a new generation of epidemiologists. Through specialized methodologies, epidemiologists identify, track, and analyze how diseases and other conditions are caused, transmitted, and prevented, as well as how they are distributed throughout the population. Such information plays a critical role in guiding policies and other evidence-based strategies to promote health and work toward health equity. The vital importance of epidemiologic research was highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic, in which epidemiologists have helped to track outbreaks and provide guidance on how the virus spreads in community settings.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Research Data Analyst 3 to support a variety of research projects and activities. The position will work collaboratively with research teams and contribute to study coordination, data analysis, and assist in preparing research findings.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• 2 years Experience working in global health research projects, surveillance, or in apublic health role on communicable diseases or emerging infectious diseases. (Required)
• 2 years Experience writing or supporting 1) research protocols, 2) IRB submissions, and/or 3) grant applications. (Preferred)
• 2 years Experience with quantitative survey design for epidemiologic research. (Required)
• 2 years Experience in data analysis using R or SAS. (Required)
• Experience in manuscript writing for scientific publication. (Required)
• 2 years Experience working in a laboratory or with laboratory data, specificallyserologic assay data. (Preferred)
• Ability to coordinate progress with multiple stakeholders (Required)
• Knowledge of data analysis methods including, regression and maximum likelihood estimation, survival analysis, multilevel modelling, and other key epidemiological analyses. (Required)
• Skill in conducting literature searches. (Required)
• Ability to work independently, under tight deadlines. (Required)
• Ability to interact diplomatically, yet effectively with individuals from various social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. (Required)
• Extensive knowledge of emerging infectious diseases, including mpox Ebola, and vaccine preventable diseases including polio and measles. (Preferred)
• Ability to develop and deliver incisive, coherent presentations; ability to articulate clearly (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• PhD Public Health (Preferred)
• Master's Degree MPH degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Union/Policy Covered

RP-Research and Public Service PR

Complete Position Description

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