How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Job Summary
This position involves data management, analytical and statistical activities for research within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
We are seeking a data analyst who will work with research faculty within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. This position is a 2-year appointment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to work independently and efficiently. They must understand both database and research complexities, and apply problem-solving techniques utilizing existing and emerging scientific knowledge.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Responsibilities*
This position involves a wide range of tasks including data management, programming and statistical analysis using both existing data and newly-collected data. This position will also be expected to provide statistical training to collaborators. Specifically, the position includes the following responsibilities:
Data management and analytics
- Write, test and implement statistical programs using SAS software to clean, manage, merge and analyze complex data sets
- Implement methods to ensure data quality
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation of data and analysis files
- Participate as a team member in discussions on analysis and improvement of data collection, quality of data analyses, programming and documentation
- Develop and draft project specific analysis plans
- Independently conduct appropriate data analyses
- Assist in the writing of manuscripts and grant proposals
- Work with collaborators to define scientific questions, formulate models and methods, and apply appropriate statistical methods and advise on presentation of results
Data Collection Support
- Collaborate with data coordinators to ensure data quality entry in clinical record forms
- Assist data coordinators on data collection
- Implement data quality documentation for data collection
Project Management
- Prepare meeting agenda and minutes for meetings with researchers
- Organize weekly, bi-weekly meetings with project teams
Required Qualifications*
- Master's degree in statistics, biostatistics, or related field
- 1 or more years of experience using SAS statistical software for database management and statistical analysis
- Strong statistical knowledge
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
- Flexibility and ability to work independently and collaboratively with multiple researchers, including physicians and students with varying levels of statistical training
- Ability to prioritize, organize, and efficiently work on multiple projects at the same time
- Ability to be consistently detail-oriented
Desired Qualifications*
- RedCap knowledge
- Qualtrics familiarity
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
