Data Analyst II

University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Pittsburgh, PA

Educational Services

About the position

The Research Analyst position within the Office of Health Sciences Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (OHSDEI) at the University of Pittsburgh is focused on collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to support research initiatives and enhance DEI-related content and strategies. This role involves collaboration with various professionals to ensure data quality and integrity while providing insights through statistical analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Collect data from various sources and lead the collection, analysis, and presentation of HS-DEI related data.
• Conduct thorough literature reviews and synthesize findings to support various projects and initiatives.
• Apply statistical techniques and methodologies to analyze data sets, including descriptive and inferential statistics.
• Interpret analysis results and compile findings into clear reports or summaries with visualizations.
• Provide support to research efforts with multidisciplinary teams, assisting in methodology development and data interpretation.
• Maintain organized data repositories and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.

Requirements

• Proficiency in statistical analysis software such as R, SAS, SPSS, or Python libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, SciPy).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Experience with data visualization tools.
• Strong literature review skills.
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with research methodologies and study design principles.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience in research or academic settings.