Data Analyst

JOB SUMMARY

The Division of Geriatrics seeks to recruit a full-time Data Analyst to support the Cognitive Health Assessment Metrics Post Positive Screen (CHAMPPS) project to focus on data collection, organization, management, and reporting. Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Data Analyst will collaborate with a multi-site team to conduct key research activities, including Epic chart data abstraction. This role involves extracting, validating, and analyzing clinical data from patient records to support study objectives, ensure data quality, and contribute to research deliverables. The Data Analyst will also prepare reports, charts, tables, and other visualizations to effectively communicate findings. Additional responsibilities include building and maintaining quantitative (and potentially, qualitative) databases, supporting project planning, tracking timelines and milestones, and developing strong professional relationships with internal/external stakeholders. The role may also include other operational/administrative tasks to ensure overall project success. The ideal candidate would have significant experience with chart abstraction, quantitative research, and mixed methods research. We are seeking an individual who is highly collaborative, mission-driven, and has a strong interest in, and ideally background in research related to diverse populations, equity, older adults, and/or dementia care. A successful candidate is highly organized and able to prioritize multiple deadlines and competing tasks. Working with sensitive participant data requires utmost discretion and confidentiality. Effective communication skills (both verbal and written) are essential to this position.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Not applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and one or more years of related work experience and / or equivalent experience / training.

• Knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Windows/Mac.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Strong technical skills including Excel, REDCap, web-based applications, database experience.

• Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.

• Strong analytical / problem-solving skills.

• Highly organized and able to multi-task with demanding timeframes and juggle multiple competing priorities.

• Demonstrated experience working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds and vulnerable populations.

• Experience using SmartSheets or other project management software.

• Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.

• Experience working in Epic (or similar EHR system).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a health care or social scientific field (e.g., MPH, MS, MA, MPA)

• Knowledge of UCSF and departmental policies for dealing with reimbursement, guidelines for research, confidentiality and HIPPA regulations.

• Experience working with CA state funded grants.