Specialist, Research Data II

UMass Chan Medical School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Chan Medical School is seeking a Research Data Specialist II to support data management and analyses for MRI/neuroimaging projects. The role coordinates data from databases, prepares written deliverables, and presents findings to diverse audiences.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and strong writing, research, and organizational skills, with experience in database creation, MS Office, and data summarization in collaborative lab settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 1 year of related experience.
• Strong research, writing, and analysis skills.
• Experience with computer-based skills including database creation and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Respond to the information needs of the department.
• Prepare written deliverables tailored to the audience.
• Monitor information sources and synthesize key points.
• Present research findings to various constituencies.
• Compile research/competitive intelligence and perform in-depth analysis.
• Create databases to sort, evaluate and present information.

Skills

Research writing analysis

Interpersonal skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Database creation

Search engines

Microsoft Office

Job description

General Summary Of Position

Under the direction of the Principle Investigator or designee, the Research Data Specialist II collaborates in the implementation of the data management procedures and organizational activities. This position coordinates the information retrieved from databases and performs in-depth analyses in order to track programs and projects within the group.

General Summary Of Position

Under the direction of the Principle Investigator or designee, the Research Data Specialist II collaborates in the implementation of the data management procedures and organizational activities. This position coordinates the information retrieved from databases and performs in-depth analyses in order to track programs and projects within the group.

Major Responsibilities

• Respond to the various information needs of the department
• Prepare a variety of written deliverables tailored to the audience.
• Monitor information sources for key interests, synthesize key points.
• Present research findings to various constituencies.
• Compile research/competitive intelligence, and conduct in-depth analysis.
• Create databases to sort, evaluate, and present information.
• Work independently, balance ongoing activities with time-sensitive projects.
• Respond to urgent information request, determine appropriate deliverable, and uphold confidentiality.
• Serve as a project team member for Medical School initiatives.
• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement Programs.
• Cooperate in the planning, reviewing, and organization of group activities
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, quantitative science, a related degree, or equivalent experience
• 1 year of experience in a related field
• Strong research, writing, and analysis skills
• Demonstrated experience in computer-based skills, including database creation, search engines and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to conduct research, summarize and present key information
• Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

Our lab uses multimodal MRI and neuromodulation approaches to understand sensory and trait-based risk factors for the development of mood and anxiety disorders.

Applicants with experience processing and analyzing neuroimaging data are preferred.

The University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.