Data Analyst

Under general supervision of the Research Data Supervisor (RD Sup) I, the incumbent will perform a wide range of research and data-related tasks. The incumbent will provide data management and maintenance support for the Branch’s various research activities, and will implement, maintain, and enhance database protocols. Additionally, the incumbent will conduct statistical analyses using the appropriate methodology, and will interpret, summarize, and clearly/concisely communicate findings to support scientific, programmatic, and policy decisions. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

RESEARCH DATA ANALYST I

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Excellent written and oral communication skills Detail oriented and organized Knowledge of research and analytical methods and techniques Knowledge of principles of data security and ethical data handling Ability to collect, query, organize, and merge data Ability to apply established research methods and analytical approaches to research problems Ability to conduct descriptive and inferential statistics Ability to conduct basic statistical analyses using software such as R Ability to interpret research findings Ability to articulate information in a clear, concise, and professional manner Ability to prepare and present technical reports Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and work well under pressure to meet quick deadlines Ability to work independently and in a team environment Ability to exercise initiative and flexibility Ability to summarize and synthesize empirical and policy literature reviews #J-18808-Ljbffr State of California