Research Data Analyst (6256U), Berkeley Public Health - #71917

$72,600 - $129,000/Yr

University of California - Berkeley, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Berkeley, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The Research Data Analyst position at the University of California, Berkeley, focuses on conducting data analysis related to transportation safety. The role involves utilizing statistical software to analyze data, document findings, and assist in preparing reports and grant proposals. The analyst will work within the Berkeley Public Health department, contributing to research aimed at improving population health, particularly for vulnerable communities.

Responsibilities

• Conducts transportation safety related data analysis
• Utilize general statistical knowledge in support of research grants
• Analyze data using R, Python, STATA or other statistical software, as needed
• Document analyses performed and share the outcome with other staff
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and publications
• Develop data summary and visualization using tables and charts
• Draft a part of manuscripts with directions from the Principal Investigators
• Conduct literature searches and reviews
• Assist in preparing data and writing a draft for the grant proposals
• Draft monthly, quarterly, or yearly progress reports if appropriate
• Research, collect and maintain transportation safety related data
• Collect relevant transportation safety data
• Assist in developing systems for organizing data to analyze, identify and report trends
• Review available data and update periodically if needed to make the data up-to-date
• Share the summary of the available dataset and recent changes with internal constituents
• Participates in workshops, training, and other professional development opportunities
• Other duties, as assigned

Requirements

• Working knowledge in various statistical analysis methods in order to perform data analyses
• Proficiency with statistical software such as STATA, R, or related data analysis software to perform processes necessary to examine datasets
• Demonstrated strong data analytical skills in order to utilize multiple datasets together
• Ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing
• Self-motivated and works independently
• Demonstrated broad problem-solving skills
• Writes clearly and in the appropriate style
• Interacts with co-workers appropriately and efficiently
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training

Nice-to-haves

• Experience of utilizing online charting libraries such as HighCharts, D3, or Google Charts
• Experience of analyzing geospatial dataset
• Knowledge of relational database structures and database querying tools
• Ability to understand SQL and write SQL queries for the data processing

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package offered by the University
• Professional development opportunities
• Hybrid work arrangement with 60% remote capability