Cancer Prevention Health Services Research Data Analyst

Job Posting Title:

Cancer Prevention Health Services Research Data Analyst

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Hiring Department:

Department of Population Health

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Sep 01, 2028

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

General Notes

The Department of Population Health at the Dell Medical School is looking for a Cancer Prevention Health Services Research Data Analyst.

Dell Medical School seeks a Data Analyst to provide data management and analysis support within the Cancer Prevention and Control Program.

Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin is searching for an expert of classical and modern statistical techniques who understands and has extensive experience in their applications to behavioral science and health services research. In a highly collaborative environment, the individual will interact with Dell Medical School Investigators conducting large cancer prevention research and service delivery projects in clinical and community settings.  

This position has an end date of 09/01/2028, but may be renewable based upon availability of funding, work performance, and progress toward goals.

Purpose

The individual will, with independence commensurate with experience, effectively engage multi-disciplinary research teams at Dell Medical School to provide professional biostatistical support for behavioral science, health services, and clinical research. An ideal candidate would be skilled in developing data analysis plans for behavioral science and clinical research studies; managing and merging multiple data sources while maintaining integrity; identifying appropriate methods for coordinating data collection; sharing data securely; developing effective research designs; assisting with IRB application development and submission; performing quality checks; and supporting data needs for internal and external reporting purposes and for manuscript development. 

Responsibilities

• Database Development: Develop program databases, preferably in REDCap, in collaboration with the program directors, program staff and external collaborators. Maintain and check all data entry for accuracy and completeness. Provide regular reports on program database and recruitment goals. Analyze and interpret data including selection and application of statistical methods.

• Data Analysis: Analyze data to determine trends, discrepancies or other project-specific information. Interpret research findings and assist in preparing recommendations as needed, in support of program director decision making. Compile regular reports for various internal customers, grantors and external agencies. The individual will be intricately involved in each of the behavioral and clinical studies to better understand how the data affect the outcomes of each program. 

• Data Reporting: Effectively disseminate findings by formulating and presenting reports of results including graphical displays. Prepare data analysis and results for reporting to committee and scientific meetings, as well as external funder. Collaborate on the development of reports or manuscripts for peer-review, including but not limited to scholarly journals. Additional duties may include conducting reviews of statistical components of protocols for scientific or IRB review and/or statistical analysis plans. 

• Compliance: Monitor data infrastructure and processes for compliance with regulatory, internal, and partner requirements needed to access or share health data.  

• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Statistics or Biostatistics or very closely related field, with major coursework in statistics or Bachelor's degree Statistics or Biostatistics or very closely related field and 2 years of experience in health services or behavioral science programs/studies. Thorough knowledge and ability to use at least two common statistical software packages such as SAS, Stata, R, and SPSS. Proficiency with REDCap and how to build and maintain databases. Some experience with research designs and pragmatic approaches, Ability to perform descriptive data analysis; and to execute specialized analyses, under the direction of a PhD statistician. Excellent communication and collaborative skills, both oral and written. Interest in learning about various areas of biomedical, clinical, and population health sciences. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

More than two (2) years of professional experience in data management and analysis. At least two (2) years of professional experience with research related to behavioral science, health services, and/or clinical and translational data. Professional experience in data management and analysis in an educational or healthcare setting. Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills, with strong focus on Excel.  Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with large data sets, including design survey instruments, data collection processes, data analysis, and writing reports on findings of the research. Experience working in an Electronic Medical Record or similar system to track patient encounters, communications, and outcomes. Ability to interpret and articulate research findings. Strong organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently to complete a project. 

Salary Range

$70,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions.

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.

• Use of manual dexterity.

• Occasional weekend, overtime and evening work to meet deadlines.

• Occasional interstate, intrastate and international travel.

• Field work as necessary.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.