RESEARCH DATA ANALYST, School of Public Health, Epidemiology (22500576360927)

The Research Data Analyst will primarily be responsible for data management, quality control, and statistical analysis of data for various grants focused on social determinants of health, disability, dementia, and health inequities at the Boston University School of Public Health. Additional responsibilities will include drafting progress reports, protocol and analysis documentation, and manuscript preparation. The Data Analyst will primarily use SAS and R statistical software to perform analyses and will be critical to ensuring the timely presentation and publication of results from multiple grants. Assistance with grant writing may also be required.

Essential Functions:
Perform statistical analyses (descriptive statistics, stratification, multivariable regression, machine learning, measurement error correction, inverse probability weighting) using SAS or R software
Perform data management, including data base building, extraction and cleaning of raw data, derivation of new variables, labelling and formatting of raw and derived variables, and multiple imputation
Maintain and update research databases to facilitate analyses
Document processes involved in data preparation, manipulation, and statistical analysis
Prepare study results for inclusion in conference presentations, grants, and scientific publications

Education and experience: 

Masters degree in biostatics or relevant degree
1-3 years of experience
Use of REDCap or similar software

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