Research Data Analyst I

Job Function Summary

Involves gathering, analyzing, and interpreting a wide variety of research data. Designs and conducts research including selecting data samples, developing research instruments, analyzing collected information according to established statistical methods, and developing recommendations based on research findings. Prepares reports, charts, tables, and other visual aids to interpret and communicate data and results.

Generic Scope

Entry-level professional with limited prior experience; learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity; works on assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making. Employees at this level are expected to acquire the skills and knowledge to perform more advanced work following an agreed upon time in position, through defined training and development planning.

Custom Scope

Under direct supervision, acquires skills and knowledge of professional concepts in research data analysis. Works on small projects or segments of projects with limited scope and complexity.

Department Overview

The Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging is one of the largest departments within the School of Medicine, generating more than $40 million in professional fee revenues each year, and submitting grant proposals resulting in $30-40 million of awards each year. More than 90% of the MD faculty in Radiology is based at the Parnassus Campus, including nine of the ten clinical sections and their chiefs, and five of the seven vice chairs. The department has significant clinical and research operations at China Basin, Mission Bay, the VAMC, ZSFG, and Mount Zion. It includes more than 150 academic personnel and approximately 225 staff FTE. In addition, there are more than 90 resident, fellow, and graduate student trainees.

The Research Data Anl 1 position is focused on the collection of clinical data focused on patients treated with PSMA radioligand therapy and peptide receptor radionuclide therapy. A multicenter database is being created to collect data on these patients to understand toxicity, efficacy and see how these drugs are used clinically. The candidate will work under the general supervision and guidance from the supervisor Dr. Thomas Hope. They will also work with Dr. Abuzar Tuchayi Moradi.

Statistical and Data Analysis

• Under direct supervision, performs basic statistical and data analysis.

Research Data Collection and Preparation

Collects research data and prepares it for analysis.

• Entering clinical data from the medical record system into the REDcap database.
• Interpreting imaging reports and converting them to binary data entry format.
• Determining progressing free survival dates based on imaging and reports.

Study Design

• Assists with study design proposals and survey instruments.

Report Preparation and Analysis

Assists with report preparation and / or analysis for internal constituents.

• Reviewing pathology reports and determining appropriate Ki-67 and other variables.

Clinical Data Storage and Documentation

Develops knowledge in areas of storage, documentation and dissemination of computerized data.

• Collect data on patients to understand toxicity, efficacy and see how these drugs are used clinically.
• Collection of clinical data focused on patients treated with PSMA radioligand therapy and peptide receptor radionuclide therapy.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Acquiring knowledge of research function. Acquiring ability to perform research analysis duties.
• Acquiring statistical analysis, systems programming, and database design skills to perform research analysis duties.
• Ability to effectively manage time and see assigned parts of projects through to completion on deadline.
• Basic consultation and communication skills.
• Attention to Details.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous exposure to Medical Care.

Licenses

None listed.

Certifications

None listed.