Senior Research Analyst

Department
 

BSD MED - Center for Health and the Social Sciences: Methods Core

About the Department
 

The Center for Health and the Social Sciences (CHeSS) provides the infrastructure to advance interdisciplinary research and training in health and social sciences at the University of Chicago. Housed under the Dean of the Biological Sciences Division's office, the Center attracts participation from across the University, including the Biological Sciences Division and Institute for Translational Medicine (ITM), the Center for Healthcare Delivery Science and Innovation (HDSI) at UChicago Medicine, Social Sciences Division, Physical Sciences Division, Business School, Harris School of Public Policy, Law School, Social Science Administration, National Opinion Research Center (NORC), and Argonne National Labs. The Center supports and promotes innovation and collaboration as well as excellence in research, scholarship and training. With 126 faculty associates from virtually all schools and divisions of the university, CHeSS serves as an incubator of ideas and supporter of research in health and the social sciences, sponsors seminars and workshops on campus, invites nationally-known scholars and policymakers to speak on a variety of topics, supports the writing and submission of grant applications and fundraising proposals, coordinates new research initiatives and projects, manages several training programs and provides expert research methods consultation during formative and operational phases of investigations.

Job Summary
 

The Center for Health and the Social Sciences (CHeSS) is seeking an experienced Senior Research Analyst to join the Center Methods Core team. Advanced skills in programming and in the application of complex statistical methods are required. This will include programming of computationally intensive statistical procedures, variable creation, database management, data integration and analysis of large datasets using relevant statistical and data management software. They will also conduct research related to healthcare economics, healthcare delivery science, health services research, biomedicine and system and process redesign. The Senior Research Analyst will be responsible for the procurement, maintenance and quality of the CHeSS Methods Core’s data holdings and other data consortiums. Candidates must be able to work with multiple leaders and investigators across all aspects of project development and execution in order to produce meaningful data analysis. We seek candidates who are adept in providing support and guidance to team members of varying technical proficiency and supporting users in the practical application of data and findings to improve processes and impact outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conducts analysis and evaluation of internally and externally funded health services research projects including observational studies and randomized control trials. Works with claims, administrative and electronic health record data to assess health outcomes and cost reduction of different patient populations. Sources include Medicare and Medicaid claims, the IBM MarketScan® Research Databases, PCORnet, CAPriCORN, National Death Index (NDI), NIH National COVID Cohort Collaborative (NC3) and Epic Systems, among others.
• Designs and develops technical architecture, statistical models and analyses using relevant software such as SAS, Stata, R, Python and SQL.
• Advises research collaborators on statistics or biostatistics and the appropriate selection and application of analytic methods and algorithms.
• Prepares statistics and measures for teams and produces reports and presentations as needed for funders and diverse audiences. Creates meaningful data visualizations including charts, infographics, and other visual data elements to effectively highlight findings.
• Manipulates, builds large datasets and navigates relational databases. This includes effectively integrating data sets to improve scope of research and quality of data.
• Identifies and procures relevant data from internal and external sources, including practice sites, university systems and departments, as well as local, regional, national, and global population data which can be used to improve practice, teaching, and discovery. 
• Collaborates with staff and faculty to assess data needs and implement user-driven solutions.  
• Assists faculty members to develop and write methods sections of project reports, grant applications and papers.
• Communicates findings and shares knowledge of advanced study design, methodologies, best practices and programming with other investigators and data users as appropriate.
• Leads and manages individual projects, as well as collaborate with a team of faculty, hospital clinicians, analysts, administrators and students.
• Prepares and presents key measures designed to assess results and progress of these projects.  
• Assists in the development of proposals as well as post-award reports and metrics.
• Oversees research assistants and students in the performance of student projects, data management and data analyses. 
• Applies research principles and relevant subject matter knowledge relevant to administer a research project. With a moderate level of direction, manages lab and/or research-related duties and tasks. Helps develop, design and conduct research projects according to plan.
• Supports data collection and analytical needs of research projects. Conducts literature reviews and helps write reports and manuscripts. Ensures project compliance with different policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Advanced degree in statistics, biostatics, computer science, mathematics, economics, sociology, epidemiology, operations research, or related field.

Experience:

• Prior experience with data modeling, data analysis and demonstrated ability to contribute to research papers and grant proposals. 
• Experience with programming and data management.
• Supervisory and project management experience.
• Experience with Stata, R and SAS and health-related analyses.
• Prior experience working with large longitudinal data sets such as healthcare surveys, hospital administrative, billing and electronic health record data, and Medicare or private claims.

Preferred Competencies

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Work independently and as part of a team and motivated to explore and apply new technologies and methods to problems.
• Work simultaneously with multiple investigators, prioritize competing objectives, and identify opportunities to more efficiently accomplish programming tasks.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family
 

Research

Role Impact
 

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status
 

Exempt

Pay Frequency
 

Monthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours
 

37.5

Benefits Eligible
 

Yes

COVID-19 Vaccination or Approved Medical or Religious Exemption Required
 

Yes

Drug Test Required
 

No

Health Screen Required
 

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No

Posting Statement
 

Effective October 15, 2021, the University of Chicago requires COVID vaccination for all students, faculty, and staff members. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

 

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

Department
 

BSD MED - Center for Health and the Social Sciences: Methods Core

About the Department
 

The Center for Health and the Social Sciences (CHeSS) provides the infrastructure to advance interdisciplinary research and training in health and social sciences at the University of Chicago. Housed under the Dean of the Biological Sciences Division's office, the Center attracts participation from across the University, including the Biological Sciences Division and Institute for Translational Medicine (ITM), the Center for Healthcare Delivery Science and Innovation (HDSI) at UChicago Medicine, Social Sciences Division, Physical Sciences Division, Business School, Harris School of Public Policy, Law School, Social Science Administration, National Opinion Research Center (NORC), and Argonne National Labs. The Center supports and promotes innovation and collaboration as well as excellence in research, scholarship and training. With 126 faculty associates from virtually all schools and divisions of the university, CHeSS serves as an incubator of ideas and supporter of research in health and the social sciences, sponsors seminars and workshops on campus, invites nationally-known scholars and policymakers to speak on a variety of topics, supports the writing and submission of grant applications and fundraising proposals, coordinates new research initiatives and projects, manages several training programs and provides expert research methods consultation during formative and operational phases of investigations.

Job Summary
 

The Center for Health and the Social Sciences (CHeSS) is seeking an experienced Senior Research Analyst to join the Center Methods Core team. Advanced skills in programming and in the application of complex statistical methods are required. This will include programming of computationally intensive statistical procedures, variable creation, database management, data integration and analysis of large datasets using relevant statistical and data management software. They will also conduct research related to healthcare economics, healthcare delivery science, health services research, biomedicine and system and process redesign. The Senior Research Analyst will be responsible for the procurement, maintenance and quality of the CHeSS Methods Core’s data holdings and other data consortiums. Candidates must be able to work with multiple leaders and investigators across all aspects of project development and execution in order to produce meaningful data analysis. We seek candidates who are adept in providing support and guidance to team members of varying technical proficiency and supporting users in the practical application of data and findings to improve processes and impact outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conducts analysis and evaluation of internally and externally funded health services research projects including observational studies and randomized control trials. Works with claims, administrative and electronic health record data to assess health outcomes and cost reduction of different patient populations. Sources include Medicare and Medicaid claims, the IBM MarketScan® Research Databases, PCORnet, CAPriCORN, National Death Index (NDI), NIH National COVID Cohort Collaborative (NC3) and Epic Systems, among others.
• Designs and develops technical architecture, statistical models and analyses using relevant software such as SAS, Stata, R, Python and SQL.
• Advises research collaborators on statistics or biostatistics and the appropriate selection and application of analytic methods and algorithms.
• Prepares statistics and measures for teams and produces reports and presentations as needed for funders and diverse audiences. Creates meaningful data visualizations including charts, infographics, and other visual data elements to effectively highlight findings.
• Manipulates, builds large datasets and navigates relational databases. This includes effectively integrating data sets to improve scope of research and quality of data.
• Identifies and procures relevant data from internal and external sources, including practice sites, university systems and departments, as well as local, regional, national, and global population data which can be used to improve practice, teaching, and discovery. 
• Collaborates with staff and faculty to assess data needs and implement user-driven solutions.  
• Assists faculty members to develop and write methods sections of project reports, grant applications and papers.
• Communicates findings and shares knowledge of advanced study design, methodologies, best practices and programming with other investigators and data users as appropriate.
• Leads and manages individual projects, as well as collaborate with a team of faculty, hospital clinicians, analysts, administrators and students.
• Prepares and presents key measures designed to assess results and progress of these projects.  
• Assists in the development of proposals as well as post-award reports and metrics.
• Oversees research assistants and students in the performance of student projects, data management and data analyses. 
• Applies research principles and relevant subject matter knowledge relevant to administer a research project. With a moderate level of direction, manages lab and/or research-related duties and tasks. Helps develop, design and conduct research projects according to plan.
• Supports data collection and analytical needs of research projects. Conducts literature reviews and helps write reports and manuscripts. Ensures project compliance with different policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

---
Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

---
Certifications:

---

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Advanced degree in statistics, biostatics, computer science, mathematics, economics, sociology, epidemiology, operations research, or related field.

Experience:

• Prior experience with data modeling, data analysis and demonstrated ability to contribute to research papers and grant proposals. 
• Experience with programming and data management.
• Supervisory and project management experience.
• Experience with Stata, R and SAS and health-related analyses.
• Prior experience working with large longitudinal data sets such as healthcare surveys, hospital administrative, billing and electronic health record data, and Medicare or private claims.

Preferred Competencies

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Work independently and as part of a team and motivated to explore and apply new technologies and methods to problems.
• Work simultaneously with multiple investigators, prioritize competing objectives, and identify opportunities to more efficiently accomplish programming tasks.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family
 

Research

Role Impact
 

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status
 

Exempt

Pay Frequency
 

Monthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours
 

37.5

Benefits Eligible
 

Yes

COVID-19 Vaccination or Approved Medical or Religious Exemption Required
 

Yes

Drug Test Required
 

No

Health Screen Required
 

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No

Posting Statement
 

Effective October 15, 2021, the University of Chicago requires COVID vaccination for all students, faculty, and staff members. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

 

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.