DATA MANAGER/ANALYST

Job no: 100432-AS
Work type: Staff-Full Time
Department:SMPH/OPHTHAL&VIS SCI/GEN
Location: Madison
Categories: Research, Scientific

Position Summary:

This person would be an integral member of a research team, and a larger team of collaborators at other universities, who investigate relationships of nutritional biomarkers, diet, lifestyles and health to risk for common age-related eye diseases and optimal vision function. The person in this position works with a variety of team members, and closely with the principal investigator, to assist the ophthalmic statistician in the development and documentation of analysis databases. This person will also independently analyze statistical data, solve analytic problems, summarize data, and describe results in research reports, publications, posters and presentations. This person will coordinate efforts to collect biological specimens, and have them sent to outside institutions for analysis. Thus, strong skills in data collection, organization, and analysis using SAS are required. Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills, and ability to function collaboratively, as a team, are essential.

The School of Medicine and Public Health has a deep and profound commitment to diversity both as an end in itself but also as a valuable means for eliminating health disparities. As such, we strongly encourage applications from candidates who foster and promote the values of diversity and inclusion.

Position Duties:

List of Duties

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Degree and Area of Specialization:

Master of Science (or Doctorate) in Epidemiology or related area with experience in using epidemiological methods is required.

Minimum Years and Type of Relevant Work Experience:

One year of work experience is required in collecting, managing, analyzing, and documenting data for epidemiological/clinical studies as part of a larger team. This would include preparation of tables and figures in research publications, and for talks or posters for presentation at scientific meetings. This experience could be in graduate training, or post degree employment. Competence in the use of Statistical Analysis Software (SAS), Excel and Microsoft suite is required.

Preferred experience includes using REDCap software and prior knowledge of nutritional data (foods, supplements and blood nutrient estimates). Broad knowledge of health and disease medical terms and risk factors.

Additional Information:

Knowledge/Skills Required:
-Experience utilizing SAS to analyze relationships of nutrition, health and/ or environmental exposures to chronic disease outcomes.
-Excellence in positive and respectful teamwork
-Detail oriented work ethic with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
-Ability to complete key roles autonomously, with minimal direction.

Knowledge/Skills Preferred:
-Experience in analyzing nutritional data.
-Curiosity and enthusiasm in contributing to and advancing knowledge to further understand the biological basis for ocular health and steps that can be taken to promote optimal eye health.

Department(s):

A536000-MEDICAL SCHOOL/OPHTHAL&VIS SCI/GEN

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

Appointment Type, Duration:

Terminal, 24 month appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding

Salary:

Minimum $50,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Instructions to Applicants:

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter. Please ensure that the resume and cover letter address how you meet the minimum/preferred qualifications for the position.This application will also require submission of three professional references, including your current or most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without advance notice.

Contact:

Julie Mares
jmarespe@wisc.edu
608-262-8044
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )

Official Title:

RESEARCHER(E05DN) or ASSOC RESEARCHER(E05FN) or ASST RESEARCHER(E05LN)

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Terminal

Job Number:

100432-AS

The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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Applications Open: Oct 28 2019 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close:Nov 19 2019 11:55 PM Central Standard Time