Research Data Management Specialist - Children's Eating Behavior Lab

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University in University Park, PA, invites applications for a Research Data Management Specialist to join a pediatric nutrition laboratory. The role will develop and implement data pipelines and prepare diverse data types from a federally funded study for hosting on public websites.

You will create data processing manuals, clean and prepare data for sharing, ensure compliance with federal guidelines, and support data analysis using R, Python, MATLAB, or other tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1+ year of relevant experience.
• Fluent in computing and statistical packages, especially R and Python.
• Experience with neuroimaging data preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop data processing manuals detailing instructions for cleaning, storing, deidentifying, and analyzing clinical, behavioral, cognitive, genetic, neuroimaging, and observational (video) data.
• Clean, identify, and prepare laboratory data for sharing with collaborators.
• Work with Principal Investigator to ensure that data practices are compliant with Federal guidelines.
• Prepare data processing manuals, data collection instruments, and scoring protocols for hosting on public websites.
• Advise on data analysis processes using R, Python, Matlab, or other programs.
• Prepare written reports of data analyses for contributions to publications.
• Conduct training sessions with staff and students on best practices in data analysis and stewardship.

Skills

R

Python

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor's degree

1+ years experience

Tools

R

Python

MATLAB

Job description

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Department of Nutritional Sciences in the College of Health and Human Development is seeking a Research Data Management Specialist. This position will work as part of a pediatric nutrition research laboratory to develop and implement a data pipeline and to prepare multiple types of data collected as part of a Federally funded study for hosting in public websites.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop data processing manuals that detail instructions for cleaning, storing, deidentifying, and analyzing clinical, behavioral, cognitive, genetic, neuroimaging, and observational (video) data.

Clean, identify, and prepare laboratory data for sharing with collaborators.

Work with Principal Investigator to ensure that data practices are compliant with Federal guidelines

Prepare data processing manuals, data collection instruments, and scoring protocols for hosting on public websites.

Work with Principal Investigator and members of the team to advise on data analysis processes using R, Python, Matlab, or other programs

Prepare written reports of data analyses for contributions to publications

Conduct training sessions with staff and students on best practices in data analysis and stewardship

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate should be fluent in various computing and statistical packages, especially R and python. Experience working with neuroimaging data preferred, but not required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Required Certifications: None

APPLICATION MATERIALS

For full consideration, candidates should include a cover letter and resume with their application.

LOCATION

The position is based at the University Park Campus, in State College, PA; however, flexible work arrangements, such as remote or hybrid work opportunities, may be considered.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $54,060.00 - $78,444.00.

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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.

One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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