Description
POSITION OBJECTIVE
The Statistical Research Analyst will provide data management, statistical design and analysis support two large federally funded clinical trials, both of which examine the impact of medically tailored groceries on maternal and infant health outcomes and include longitudinal data from multiple data sources, requiring integration. The analyst will play a leadership role in all aspects of data analyses, data management and report generation for these research projects. The analyst will be integrally involved in all aspects of research project design, quality assurance monitoring, preparation of research reports and grant applications. This position functions under minimal supervision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Study Design ¿ Work with the principal investigator to develop and manage the appropriate methodologies and data structures for addressing study hypotheses, drawing from multiple clinical and survey data sources collected as part of the trial. Participate in the research design phase of projects and in the preparation of research proposals for funding. This work will be comprehensive and will include developing approaches for data management, assuring the integrity of the data, and methods for implementing data analysis. (15%)
Data Analysis ¿ Work with principal investigator and study statistician to refine proposed data analytic plan for each study. Perform all statistical programming and analyses. Create analytic datasets, summarize data and creates reports. Conduct appropriate psychometric property analyses for all constructed scales. Implement analytic approaches including but not limited to graphical analyses of data, multiple linear regression, logistic regression, methods for correlated data, and survival analysis. Assess the appropriateness of final statistical models. Document methods and results via written memoranda and reports. (30%)
Data Management ¿ Work with other clinical and programming personnel to design, develop, and maintain appropriate databases, using REDCap and SPSS. Develop protocols for integrating multiple data sources (e.g., EHR, surveys, implementation), including assurances of data completeness and integrity (e.g., logic and range checks). Perform intermediate statistical programming for quality assurance Develop efficient data archival systems for use and maintain detailed written documentation of all data programming and data archival systems (40%)
Prepare Research Reports ¿ Assist in the writing and preparation of research papers, including internal documentation, reports to funding agencies, clinicaltrials.gov, academic publication and research presentations at conferences and meetings. (10%)
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Development of Educational Opportunities ¿ Work with other personnel to develop workshops and written materials to assist graduate students to learn about methodological and programming issues involved in working with population-based data, with emphasis on data management and reporting. (5%)
Perform other duties as assigned. (<1%)
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
None.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: 3 years of work experience in an increasingly responsible position in biomedical research or social science research environment housed in a university, nonprofit research organization, or similar setting.
Education/Licensing: Master's degree in epidemiology, health services research, biostatistics or related field required. Obtain and maintain certification of training in human subjects research through an online course, exam and other seminars.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Familiarity and ability to work with clinical and population-based data.
Ability to work semi-independently with direct but limited guidance.
Highly organized, with decision-making skills.
Ability to work and communicate knowledgably in collaboration with other team members including statisticians, investigators, clinicians, and programmers.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, flexibility and the ability to interact with a large research team.
Desirable skills include background/understanding of medical terminology, and clinical/translational research.
Proficient use of statistical software packages, specifically SPSS and R.
Hands-on experience with REDCap and web databases.
Ability to use Microsoft office products such as Word, Power Point, Excel and Access.
Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
Ability to meet consistent attendance.
Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position may require occasional work with investigators at the Cleveland Clinic and/or MetroHealth Medical Center and may require occasional travel to either of these locations. No travel outside the Cleveland area is anticipated.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: 3 years of work experience in an increasingly responsible position in biomedical research or social science research environment housed in a university, nonprofit research organization, or similar setting.
Education/Licensing: Master's degree in epidemiology, health services research, biostatistics or related field required. Obtain and maintain certification of training in human subjects research through an online course, exam and other seminars.
