Research Data Analyst

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-2 years of relevant work experience in data science, data engineering, or analytics
• Proficiency in Python for data processing, automation, and analysis.
• Experience working with healthcare data, clinical databases, or electronic health records is highly preferred    but not required.
• Experience with SQL and relational databases.
• Demonstrated experience integrating data from multiple sources or building data pipelines through coursework, internships, or professional work.
• Intermediate to advanced SQL skills, including experience with complex queries, joins across multiple tables, and database design principles. Experience with healthcare or clinical databases strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with REDCap, Google Cloud Platform, BigQuery, or other similar data management environments.
• Experience maintaining data pipelines, ETL processes, or automated reporting workflows.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of statistical analysis methods and their application.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a diverse multidisciplinary team in a collaborative manner.
• Ability to determine workload priorities and to set and meet deadlines.
• Initiative with strong problem-solving skills to anticipate and solve problems.
• Good oral and written communication skills to effectively work with and present data to clinicians and researchers.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in maintaining accurate, retrievable records.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline such as data science, biostatistics, computer science, statistics, or related field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• Proficiency in Python for data processing, automation, and analysis.
• Understanding of HIPAA and GCP guidelines.
• Experience with MS Office and analytical programs.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload; efficient utilization of time management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Frequently stand, walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat and use fine light/fine grasping.
• Occasionally sit, reach above shoulders, perform desk-based computer tasks, use a telephone and write by hand, lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds.
• Rarely kneel, crawl, climb ladders, grasp forcefully, sort and file paperwork or parts, rarely lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh 40 pounds or more.
• Sitting in place at computer for long periods of time with extensive keyboarding/dexterity.
• Occasionally use a telephone.
• Rarely writing by hand.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Some work may be performed in a laboratory or field setting. Occasional evening and weekend hours.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.
   

The expected pay range for this position is $80,148 to $99,773 per annum. 

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.