Research Analyst - San Francisco, United States - University of California , San Francisco

Description

Research Analyst

CHS-Administration

Full Time

77889BR

Job Summary

This is a contract role that ends one year from date of hire.

The Research Analyst will provide administrative and research support across multiple research studies housed within the Sexual and Gender Minority Health Equity Laboratory.

Our team works with The PRIDE Study, a longitudinal cohort study of LGBTQIA+ people, we conduct clinical trials to improve the health of LGBTQIA+ people, and we collect data to better understand the health of LGBTQIA+ communities. We also conduct secondary analyses of LGBTQIA+ health data from the All of Us Research Program and the MACS WIHS Combined Cohort Study, among other data sources. Key topics of interest include posttraumatic stress disorder, substance use, minority stress, and epigenetics.

The person in this position would work on LGBTQIA+ research data instruments, research processes, health measures, data analysis, and quality control of data collection. The successful candidate will acquire skills to analyze issues and problems, gather data and information, find and evaluate alternatives and make sound recommendations. The Research Analyst will conduct complex scheduling and calendar management, as well as coordination of meetings/trainings/webinars, and the development of actionable notes following meetings. The incumbent will also work with our advisory boards, gather feedback from them, and revise study materials and protocols based on feedback; this position will also manage invoicing for our board members. This position will maintain records for the studies, ensure protocols and intervention manuals and materials are updated and accessible to the research team and interventionists. They will assist with the development of intervention manuals and may work with translators to ensure materials are accessible to all study participants. The position will also manage our sharepoint site and ensure all materials are up-to-date and links are functional.

This position will assist in managing Investigator's protocols in the iRIS online system (UCSF's IRB system), as well as renewals and modifications of protocol applications and the implementation of new studies. The incumbent will assist with program planning, activities, and collaboration with program / project staff. The incumbent will learn to prepare preliminary outlines for the conduct of analysis and accomplishment of assigned objectives. This will involve gathering, analyzing, and interpreting a wide variety of research data. They will learn to design and conduct research including selecting data samples, learn to develop research instruments, and assist in developing recommendations based on research findings. They will assist in program instruments on Qualtrics, clean datasets, oversee data integrity, implement, and maintain data quality control procedures, and conduct descriptive data analysis. The incumbent will help prepare charts, tables, and other visual aids to interpret and communicate data and results. The incumbent will support the research team in the development of reports and manuscripts for publications, which may involve drafting literature reviews, managing citations, and formatting documents.

The Research Analyst position requires organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. In addition, the successful candidate must possess an amiable, open-minded and nonjudgmental manner, and consistently demonstrate interpersonal tact, discretion, and sensitivity when interacting with study participants. These different job aspects are unique processes requiring specific experience and skill sets, and the analyst must blend and balance all areas to ensure the successful completion of research data collection and outcomes.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Department Description

The Department of Community Health Systems promotes and sustains health in the community and workplace, with particular emphasis on culturally diverse and high-risk populations. The Sexual and Gender Minority Health Equity Research Laboratory is housed within the Department of Community Health Systems and within the Alliance Health Project. We work on projects that improve the health of LGBTQIA+ communities and individuals.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Skills to learn organization-specific and other computer application programs.
• Basic communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Fluency in Spanish (spoken and written form)
• Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
• Ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.
• Basic skills to analyze and research information and learn to synthesize large amounts of data with strong attention to detail.
• Basic program and project management skills.
• Acquiring knowledge of applicable policy analysis techniques.
• Excellent organizational skills; good attention to details, with a strict adherence to protocols and safety guidelines
• Ability to be amiable, open-minded and nonjudgmental when working with patients, co-workers & physicians
• Ability to demonstrate interpersonal tact, discretion, and sensitivity when interacting with study participants
• Excellent, effective verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with participants, team members, other departments and outside institutions.
• Ability to work well independently, complete projects in a timely manner, and prioritize multiple projects to ensure the completion of essential tasks by deadlines.
• Understanding of LGBTQIA+ patient populations.
• Knowledge/Experience interfacing with LGBTQIA+ participants and communities. Documented skill and abilities with LGBTQIA+ health research.
• Ability to understand institutional review boards and demonstrated experience working within study procedures.
• Knowledge/Experience in statistical analysis, systems programming, database design and data security measures.
• Ability to work in statistical software (Stata and/or R preferred), executing analyses, data merges, and creating data visualization products.
• Skills to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge/Experience in drafting scientific manuscripts.
• Knowledge/Experience in drafting progress reports and data-based reports.
• Ability to work with qualitative research data.
• Ability to work in programming Qualtrics data collection systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluency in the usage of UCSF's online iRIS IRB system for submission, renewal, and modification of protocols through this system.
• Experience working on clinical trials and conducting clinical research.
• Experience working on studies focused on PTSD or in trauma-informed environments.
• Fluency in Spanish (spoken and written form)
• Knowledge of UCSF and departmental policies for dealing with reimbursement, guidelines for research, confidentiality, following the UCSF mission statement and purpose for research, and a clear understanding of policies and procedures on patient safety and confidentiality (electronic and hard copy medical records, patient charts, communication, etc.).

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 in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

007396 PROJECT POLICY ANL 1

Job Category

Administrative Support, Education, Professional (Non-Clinical), Support Services

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Contract

Percentage

100%

Location

Parnassus Heights (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

M-F 9am-5pm