Statistical Data Analyst I - Neurology

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Our research aims to understand the variability in Parkinson disease clinical manifestations and progression and to identify biomarkers that predict relevant clinical milestones. This position will focus on two projects: 1) Parkinson disease subtypes; 2) individual differences in functional connectivity networks using advanced precision-mapping techniques.
This position will assist with all aspects of data management, including database design and implementation, data entry and management, quality control, data sharing, and data analyses.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs database management duties as part of large NIH-funded longitudinal studies that include clinical, cognitive, and biomarker data. This includes data entry, database design and implementation, and documentation.
• Harmonizes data across multiple projects, standardizing databases and forms.
• Monitors and evaluates data integrity, performing regular quality control checks.
• Assists with data sharing requests, data transfers, and associated documentation.
• Generates routine reports and assists with data analyses and visualization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Informatics, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience with database design, management, and analysis.
• Experience with REDCap, R, Python, or other relevant packages.
• Demonstrates ability for attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrates technical ability and strong problem-solving skills.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Grade

G09-H

Salary Range

$22.92 - $35.49 / Hourly The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

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Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

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