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Research Data Scientist – Ophthalmology

Full Time

Division: Ophthalmology | Department of Ophthalmology, UCSF, F.I. Proctor Foundation.

Job Summary

The research data analyst will join the Department of Ophthalmology and work closely with a collaborative and exciting team at the F.I. Proctor Foundation studying eye diseases in the U.S. and internationally. The position involves randomized controlled trials and large epidemiological studies on ocular diseases that can cause blindness. The analyst will support research studies by contributing to study design (including clinical trials), study monitoring, database creation, data collection and retrieval, data management, primary statistical analysis, and assistance with grant writing and publications. The role requires strong technical programming skills along with communication and organizational abilities, and comfort with self-directed work in a diverse team environment. Experience with statistical analyses of large datasets and familiarity with big data tools in remote or cloud computing environments are a plus. The salary and offer components are subject to UC policy. Placement within the salary range depends on work experience and internal equity. The salary range is $69,000 - $100,200 (Annual). The budgeted range is $69,000 - $100,000 (Annual). For benefits information, see UCSF compensation and benefits resources.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research study design (including clinical trials).
• Assist with study monitoring, database creation, data collection and retrieval, and data management.
• Perform primary statistical analyses of complex data.
• Assist with grant writing and publications.
• Work in a team environment with strong communication and organizational skills; provide self-directed, independent contribution as needed.
• Apply experience with large electronic health records databases and big data projects; familiarity with cloud computing environments is a plus.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS with a major in a related quantitative field (e.g., data science, statistics, public health, epidemiology) and one+ years of experience in project management or clinical research, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with statistical software (R).
• Experience with SQL.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of study designs and database creation/management.
• Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds; highly organized and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Independence, planning, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in data science, epidemiology, biostatistics, statistics, public health or related field with two to three years of relevant experience.
• Experience with large administrative or electronic health record datasets.
• Experience with Python.
• Familiarity with reproducible and transparent research methods and tools.
• Experience in writing, editing, and reviewing scientific manuscripts; clinical research experience or equivalent training in a clinical research setting.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We are home to leading experts across health sciences and have a history of significant NIH and other research funding.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community committed to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence (PRIDE values). We are also committed to equity, building a diverse community, and fostering a culture that welcomes diverse ideas for education, discovery, and patient care. More information about UCSF diversity is available at diversity.ucsf.edu. Join us to contribute to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization and Details

Location: San Francisco, CA (Mission Bay Campus) • Work Style: Fully On-Site • Shift: Days • Shift Length: 8 Hours • Additional Shift Details: M-F, 8am-5pm

Job Code and Payroll Title: 006256 RSCH DATA ANL 2 • Job Category: Research and Scientific • Bargaining Unit: 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) • Employee Class: Career • Percentage: 100%