Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

This dual role will (1) provide methodological, data management, analytic and statistical support for investigators within the Department of Emergency Medicine, and (2) develop expertise in administrative datasets to support Emergency Medicine research.

This position is remote. Employees working under a remote work arrangement may be expected to return on-site periodically for meetings or other events, to pick up equipment and materials, to meet other work requirements, or as otherwise required by their supervisors

Job Description

• Designs and conducts statistical analyses using standard statistical programs.

• Interprets and explains research findings and project outcomes both orally and in writing.

• Independently designs and manages research initiatives.

• Provides expert advice on research design, sampling, data collection instruments, data quality, data analyses, and other support to department’s research teams.

• Represents the organization in a variety of academic and policy settings.

• Manages large, complex data sets with excellent documentation, for use by multiple parties.

• Assists investigators with study design, methodology, and analysis plans for studies/grant proposals including sample/effect size and/or power calculations (collaborating with or under the supervision of expert statisticians as appropriate).

• Builds and/or maintains databases, combines multiple data sources, data cleaning, and producing any necessary interim study reports (all of which must be documented and reproducible).

• Conducts analyses via coding (documented and reproducible) in statistical software (R, SAS, STATA, etc.), generate tables and figures, and interpret the results (collaborating with or under the supervision of expert statisticians as appropriate).

• Drafts methods and results sections for abstracts, presentations, and manuscripts, including any final tables/figures (collaborating with or under the supervision of expert statisticians as appropriate).

• Maintains proper data security and IRB protocols.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table

Equipment

• Office Equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Professional (4 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree, Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

Working On Research Projects Conducting Quantitative Research (4 Years)

Skills:

Communication, Complex Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Compilation, Data Management, Data Merging, Data Security, Econometrics, Economic Research, Oral Presentation, Project Administration, Python (Programming Language), Research Designs, R Programming, SAS System, Social Policy, Social Sciences, Stata, Statistical Analysis, Workplace Effectiveness

Grade

G13

Salary Range

$65,900.00 - $112,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.