Research Data Analyst Associate, Rheumatology

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 56,782 - 79,850; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Tuition benefits

Pre-tax accounts

Wellness programs

Retirement plan

Job summary

Northwestern University is seeking a data analyst to combine and interpret quantitative and qualitative datasets, designing business solutions with clients and creating reports using established statistical methods.

The role involves data cleaning, merging data from multiple sources, and presenting insights in charts and tables. Collaboration across teams and continuous improvement are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with AWS, HPC, SQL, Python, and shell scripting.
• Experience with data mining, data modeling, and database design.

Responsibilities

• Perform statistical analyses and data merging from multiple sources.
• Prepare reports, charts, and presentations using established methods.
• Develop standardized templates, policies, and procedures for reporting.

Skills

AWS

HPC

SQL

Python

Shell Scripting

data mining

data modeling

database design

Debugging

decision making

metadata creation

problem solving

Troubleshooting

use-case analysis

Code documentation

collaboration

teamwork

workflow documentation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

AWS

HPC

Job description

Job Summary

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.

Specific Responsibilities

Strategic Planning

• Partners with clients to define requirements based on business objectives.

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.


• Merges data from multiple sources in preparation for analysis.


• 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.

Miscellaneous

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.


• Amazon Web Services (AWS)


• High Performance Computing (HPC)


• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Outlook)


• SQL/MySQL/Postgres


• HTML 5


• Python


• Shell Scripting


• data mining


• data modeling


• database design/ data structure


• Debugging


• decision making


• metadata creation and management


• problem solving


• Troubleshooting


• use-case analysis


• Code documentation


• collaboration and teamwork


• facilitate collaboration


• iterative & incremental development


• organizational skills


• workflow development & documentation

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science or related field.


• Practical experience in applying programming skills to real-world problems.


• Prior working experience with quantitative analysis, algorithm development, and statistics.


• Prior working experience in theory and application of machine learning.


• Prior working experience in software development, database maintenance, and high-performance computing.


• Prior working experience with big data, particularly genomic data, and/or bioinformatics.

Preferred Competencies

• Skill/ability in computer programming using Python or similar, R, and bash scripting.


• Skill/ability to apply a creative approach to problem-solving and troubleshooting.


• Knowledge of development of online applications.


• Knowledge of or interest in biology, specifically immunology.


• Action oriented - Willing or likely to take practical action to deal with a problem or situation.


• Coachability - Receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement.


• Collaboration - Facilitates open and effective communication, cooperation and teamwork within and outside of one's own team.


• Collegiality - Helpful, respectful, approachable; builds strong working relationships and a positive work environment.


• Initiative - Exhibits energy and desire to achieve; sets ambitious goals and acts decisively; takes action that no one has requested to improve or enhance job results and avoid problems.


• Meets deadlines - Displays consistency and success in adhering to deadlines.


• Multi-tasking - Demonstrates ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.


• Organization - Plans, organizes and schedules in an efficient, productive manner; anticipates contingencies and pays attention to detail.

Target hiring range for this position will be between $56,782 to $79,850 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.