Research Data Analyst Associate (1-year Term)

Department: IPR - Inst for Policy Res Salary/Grade: EXS/6 Job Summary The Affective & Clinical Neuroscience Lab (ACNL) at Northwestern University is seeking a Data Analyst (entry-level) to join our growing team. ACNL conducts rigorous and cutting‑edge research to examine order and disorder in the emotional brain, investigate the neural mechanisms underlying emotional disorders, and the bidirectional signaling between the brain and body. The Data Analyst will be a full‑time employee of Northwestern University with full benefits, working alongside other ACNL team members in our shared office space on the Evanston campus. This is a one‑year term‑limited position, with the opportunity for renewal based on performance and available funding. Specific Responsibilities Strategic Planning Partners with collaborators to define requirements based on research objectives. Administration Develop standardized templates, policies, and procedures for internal and external reporting. Designs and prepares documentation for qualitative and quantitative data analysis. Development Completes a variety of statistical analyses using appropriate data and software. Merges data from multiple sources in preparation for analysis. Interprets results of analyses for use in reports and presentations. Performance Completes data cleaning and organizes data files for analysis. Reviews data and identifies quality issues. Supervises May train other research staff on data preparation and analyses. Minimum Qualifications Successful completion of a full 4‑year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor’s or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Outlook). Python. Problem Solving. Organizational Skills. Minimum Competencies Strong organizational skills. Previous coursework or licensure in data and/or computer science. Preferred Qualifications Strong quantitative skills. Previous experience in a psychology or behavioral science setting. Working knowledge of R, Python, and/or MATLAB (specify level of knowledge in application). Previous experience managing large‑scale datasets. Major/minor in Psychology, Statistics, Neuroscience, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field. Preferred Competencies Experience with broader range of statistical techniques. Experience with research grants. Experience with data auditing. Experience working with neuroimaging data, specifically MRI. Salary Target hiring range for this position will be between $57,000-$70,000 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Benefits Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre‑tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. Work‑Life and Wellness Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles. We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Professional Growth & Development Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you’re interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Equal Opportunity Employer Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. Additional information on the accommodations process is available. Location Evanston, Illinois Job ID 53742 #J-18808-Ljbffr Northwestern University