Data Analyst (Researcher )

Job Description: Dr. Sullivanâ™s lab in the Division of Molecular Pathology and Genomics in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Analyst. Dr. Sullivan's research lies at the intersection of environmental and molecular epidemiology, where she adeptly combines laboratory science and epidemiologic techniques to unravel the complexities of human health and disease. Her work is dedicated to understanding the intricate interplay between social determinants of health, genetics, and environmental risk factors (with a particular emphasis on trace and toxic metal biomarkers and tobacco exposure). 
Dr. Sullivanâ™s current projects involve large population-based cohorts with detailed biomarker data including metals, genotyping array, and DNA methylation array data. Outcomes of focus include chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and lung cancer.  Key Responsibilities:

• 80% Perform analytics and statistical modeling on existing data for the purpose of scientific research.
  • Examine and identify data patterns and trends to aid research aims.
  • Perform data analysis and generate reports as needed.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure research compliance
  • Manage data from various sources for reporting purposes
  • Identify options to increase efficiency and automation of data analysis processes.
• 10% Defines data requirements, and performs/designs data collection, processing, cleaning, analysis, ad-hoc reporting, modeling, predictive modeling, and/or visualization.
  • Assist in the design and implementation of data collection procedures.
  • Remain current with data analysis tools and techniques, particularly in R and STATA.
• 10% Presentation and Publication Support.
  • Assist in preparation of materials for presentations and publications, including data visualization, statistical analysis results, and data summaries.
  • Aid in the creation of visually engaging and informative charts, graphs, and slides.
  • Collaborate with research teams to ensure the accuracy and clarity of presentation materials.
  • Support the development of manuscripts for publication by contributing to data analysis and interpretation.
• Other duties assigned. 

***The position will be on site at least three days a week and is located on the West Bank of the Twin Cities campus.***

Comp range: $64,000 - 74,000

All required qualifications must be documented in application material(s). 

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelorâ™s degree in a related field (e.g. Data Science, Epidemiology, Statistics, similar studies) and two years of experience or a combination of education and experience to equal six years
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a related field (e.g., Data Science, Epidemiology, Statistics).
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools, particularly R, STATA, or SAS.
  • Knows how to code
  • Knows the language
• Previous experience working with large, complex datasets.
• Knowledge of data cleaning and quality assurance best practices.
  

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