Research Data Analyst - Hematological Malignancies

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Highly preferred Master’s level degree in statistics, data science, biostatistics, computer science, or related field. 
  0-2 years of relevant work experience in data science, data engineering, or analytics.
• Experience working with healthcare data, clinical databases, or electronic health records is highly preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated experience integrating data from multiple sources or building data pipelines through coursework, internships, or professional work.
• In-depth knowledge and experience using and applying analytical software, database management system software, database reporting software, database user interface and query software, and data mining software.
• Proficiency in Python programming for data manipulation, extraction, and ETL processes. Experience with libraries such as pandas, sqlalchemy, numpy, and PDF parsing tools (PyPDF2, pdfplumber, or similar).
• Intermediate to advanced SQL skills, including experience with complex queries, joins across multiple tables, and database design principles. Experience with healthcare or clinical databases strongly preferred.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of statistical analysis methods and their application.
• Experience with REDCap or similar electronic data capture systems for research data management.
• Experience integrating and merging datasets from multiple disparate sources with different schemas and data quality levels.
• Understanding of relational database design, data modeling, and database schema development.
• Strong data quality assurance skills including ability to identify data discrepancies, validate data accuracy, and implement quality control processes.
• Ability to extract and structure information from unstructured text and documents using programming approaches.
• Experience with R programming for statistical analysis and visualization.
• Familiarity with natural language processing or text mining techniques for clinical text.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and experience handling protected health information (PHI).
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative coding practices.
• Strong listening, verbal and written communication skills.Ability to manage multiple activities in a deadline-oriented environment; highly organized, flexible and rigorous attention to detail.
• Ability to use logic to calculate data; efficiently construct a database or scrutinize the form of a question.
• Ability to work with data of varying levels of quality and validity.
• Demonstrated ability to produce data in a clear and understandable manner meeting user requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple internal and external collaborators.
• Ability to take a leadership role on projects and with collaborators.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

• Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience. Experience in a quantitative discipline such as economics, finance, statistics or engineering.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• Substantial experience with MS Office and analytical programs.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sitting in place at computer for long periods of time with extensive keyboarding/dexterity.
• Occasionally use a telephone.
• Rarely writing by hand.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Some work may be performed in a laboratory or field setting.

WORKING STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu/.

The expected pay range for this position is $108,002 to $128,138 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

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Why Stanford is for You

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.