Statistical Data Analyst (Hybrid) – Infectious Diseases

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 53,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

The Data Analyst at Washington University in St. Louis will support HIV and implementation science research projects within the Division of Infectious Diseases.

You will manage and analyze data from diverse sources, collaborate with investigators, and contribute to reports and manuscripts. This role emphasizes data quality, statistical analyses, and support for regulatory compliance, with opportunities to work across US and global settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
• No specific work experience is required for this position.
• Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., MPH, MS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean, manage, and analyze quantitative data from observational studies, clinical cohorts, and implementation science trials.
• Support development and execution of statistical analyses, including regression modeling, longitudinal analyses, and quasi-experimental designs.
• Prepare analytic datasets from multiple sources (e.g., REDCap, electronic health records, survey platforms).
• Contribute to design and analysis of preference elicitation studies (e.g., discrete choice experiments, best-worst scaling).
• Generate tables, figures, and reports for manuscripts, abstracts, and grant applications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including clinicians, epidemiologists, and global partners.
• Assist in the development of data collection tools, data dictionaries, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure data quality through routine checks, validation, and documentation.
• Support regulatory compliance and data security requirements.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to study design and protocol development.
• Opportunity to assist with qualitative data integration in mixed-methods research.
• Provide administrative support for grants and other program documentation.
• Performs other related duties in support of research center operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Biomedical Research

Clinical Studies

Data Analysis

Data Management

Interpersonal Communication

Oral Communications

Organizing

Statistical Packages

Written Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

REDCap

Job description

Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Data Analyst will support a portfolio of domestic and global HIV and implementation science research projects within the Division of Infectious Diseases. Working under the supervision of a Senior Statistical Data Analyst, this position contributes to high-impact studies focused on improving HIV prevention, treatment, and patient-centered service delivery across diverse settings, including the United States and sub-Saharan Africa.

The analyst will collaborate closely with investigators, including faculty leading implementation science and public health research, to manage, analyze, and interpret complex datasets and support dissemination of findings.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Clean, manage, and analyze quantitative data from observational studies, clinical cohorts, and implementation science trials.


• Support development and execution of statistical analyses, including regression modeling, longitudinal analyses, and quasi-experimental designs.


• Prepare analytic datasets from multiple sources (e.g., REDCap, electronic health records, survey platforms).


• Contribute to design and analysis of preference elicitation studies (e.g., discrete choice experiments, best-worst scaling).


• Generate tables, figures, and reports for manuscripts, abstracts, and grant applications.


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including clinicians, epidemiologists, and global partners.


• Assist in the development of data collection tools, data dictionaries, and standard operating procedures.


• Ensure data quality through routine checks, validation, and documentation.


• Support regulatory compliance and data security requirements.


• Participate in team meetings and contribute to study design and protocol development.


• Opportunity to assist with qualitative data integration in mixed-methods research.


• Provide administrative support for grants and other program documentation.


• Performs other related duties in support of research center operations.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions Normal office environment

Physical Effort Typically sitting at desk or table Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement (PC typing)

Equipment Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications /Professional Licenses

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., MPH, MS).


• Experience with HIV, infectious diseases, or global health research.


• Familiarity with implementation science frameworks and study designs.


• Experience with REDCap or similar data capture systems.


• Exposure to mixed-methods research and/or preference elicitation methods (DCE, BWS).


• Experience collaborating with international research teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Master's degree

Certifications /Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

Biomedical Research, Clinical Studies, Data Analysis, Data Management, Interpersonal Communication, Oral Communications, Organizing, Statistical Packages, Written Communication

Grade

G11

Salary Range

$53,100.00 - $90,600.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

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