Sr. Data Analyst

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester is seeking a data analyst/scientist to manage databases, build analytics strategies, and translate complex healthcare data into actionable insights. You will work with investigators and leadership to improve outcomes and reduce costs while ensuring data quality and reproducibility.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in data science or healthcare analytics, plus 5+ years of experience. Proficiency with Tableau/Power BI and SQL is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, presenting complex information clearly.
• Strong problem-solving with a strategic mindset.
• Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) or similar.
• Solid understanding of statistics.

Responsibilities

• Acquire data from primary/secondary sources and maintain databases.
• Develop data analytics strategies to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Guide data collection and integration from disparate sources.
• Serve as data resource for investigators and division leadership.
• Develop and document standardized data workflows and reporting processes.
• Identify trends and interpret data to support operational decisions.
• Present findings and recommendations to researchers and management.

Skills

Data translation

Data visualization

Statistical reasoning

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in data science/healthcare analytics

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

SQL

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

• Worker Subtype: Regular
• Time Type: Full time
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Department: 500305 Strong Internal Medicine
• Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America)
• Range: UR URG 111
• Compensation Range: $64,200.00 - $96,200.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Database and Reporting Management

• Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systems.
• Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality.
• Guide collection and integration of data from disparate sources (e.g. cost, claims or clinical data).
• Serves as a data and analytics resource to investigators and division leadership, independently recommending appropriate data sources and analytical methods.
• Develops and documents standardized data workflows, validation procedures, and reporting processes for use by multiple stakeholders.

Data Analysis and Interpretation

• Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets.
• Filter and "clean" data by reviewing computer reports, printouts, and performance indicators to locate and correct code problems.
• Determines and carries out appropriate statistical analyses.
• Interprets and presents data descriptions and analysis results, including the explanation of statistical techniques used, the assumptions made and the generalization of results.
• Delve into data to discover discrepancies and patterns.
• Presents findings and recommendations to investigators, clinical management, and division leadership to support operational and strategic decisions.

Scientific Writing

• Documents methods and results through preparation of reports.
• Writes statistical methods sections of manuscripts and abstracts for publications or presentations.
• Present and explain information in an accessible way for academic and non-academic audiences.

Operational and Business

• Work with clinical and division management to prioritize business and information needs.
• Collaborate with department data analyst for operational data management, where appropriate.
• Locate and define new process improvement opportunities.
• Understand overall health care operations and systems to support data analysis.
• Build models that capture a wide range of health care operations, utilization, and associated costs.
• Model/Project examples to both increase healthcare quality and reduce costs (e.g. utilization patterns and costs).
• Collaborate with management and internal teams to implement and evaluate improvements.
• Provides technical guidance to colleagues on data analysis, statistical methods, data quality, and reporting practices, as appropriate.
• May supervise a research coordinator.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Masters-level experience in data science or analysis, for healthcare data experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner required
• Strong problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset required
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar required
• Strong understanding of statistica