Social Science Research Analyst - School of Medicine

Social Science Research Analyst - School of Medicine 1405201

A leading university is seeking a Social Science Research Analyst - School of Medicine to join the Lab in the Division of Pediatric Surgery. The Lab is a dry translational lab studying injury prevention and pediatric trauma. The primary research focuses on studying the societal and economic burden of pediatric trauma and trauma prevention, with a focus on firearm injuries and child abuse. The successful candidate will work to support our research by applying basic knowledge and understanding of scientific theory. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor of Arts degree in an applicable social science-related field or a combination of education and relevant experience in an applicable social science. The company offers a great work environment!

Social Science Research Analyst - School of Medicine Pay and Benefits:

• Hourly pay: $30/hr
• Worksite: Leading University ( Stanford, CA 94304, Hybrid - Must be 3 days onsite)
• W2 Employment, Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement Savings Program, PSL
• 30- 40 hours/week, 8 Month Assignment, Possible extension

Social Science Research Analyst - School of Medicine Responsibilities:

• Plan and perform research tasks requiring initiative and judgment by applying basic knowledge and understanding of scientific theory when precedents do not provide specific guidance. General instruction is provided by the supervisor as needed. May interpret study results in collaboration with supervisor or PI.
• Participate in the development and administration of survey instruments and rating scales requiring judgment in applying non-routine procedures. Analyze and summarize results for review with the supervisor. Audit the accuracy and validity of data
• Review and audit case report forms for completion and accuracy with source documents, and ensure compliance with research protocols. Manage databases being used for active research projects (ensure compliance with regulations, maintain a log/library of databases).
• Identify, select, extract, and summarize data and structured information. Present summary of findings to supervisor.
• Conduct literature searches, and write literature summaries and manuscripts, requiring preliminary judgments after the supervisor outlines conceptual approach.
• Build and organize data as requested by the principal investigator or supervisor; use common statistical programs requiring the application of job control language in generating and organizing data.
• Adapt new, nonstandard methods outlined by the supervisor in designing and evaluating phases of research projects, (i.e., educational materials, questionnaires, strategies for recruitment, data quality control procedures, and processes). May follow up with the Institutional Review Board (IRB) to ensure renewals are approved and completed, seeking guidance where necessary.
• Assist with the development, communication, and design of research findings to internal and external audiences, which may include web updates, social media, and/or white papers, for use in recruitment, education, or awareness of programs, with guidance from the supervisor.
• May orient and train new staff or students.
• Patient interaction may be necessary to a limited extent for occasional patient recruitment responsibilities to consenting patients for clinical studies. More is possible depending on SSRP.
• Ability to perform basic statistical analyses (chi-squared, t-tests, etc) desirable.
• Assist research fellows with accessing medical records for chart review, and extracting, cleaning, and analyzing data from large administrative/national datasets.

Social Science Research Analyst - School of Medicine Qualifications:

• 1+ years of related experience.
• Bachelor of Arts degree in an applicable social science-related field, or combination of education and relevant experience in an applicable social science.
• a BA in Public Health or Health Admin is preferred.
• General understanding of scientific theory and methods typically gained through completion of an undergraduate degree in a related field.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs.
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete detailed work accurately.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with human study participants
• Experience with accessing large administrative datasets (HCUP, IBM Marketscan, etc) or be willing to learn to manage such datasets for research purposes
• Capable of leading data analysis using qualitative and mixed methods is desired.
• Experience creating PowerPoint presentations is desired.
• Co-authorship on published papers is desired.
• Experience with creating and managing IRB documentation is desired.
• Maintaining research team adherence to regulatory requirements is desired.
• Prior clinical data experience is strongly preferred is desired.
• Basic statistical analysis skills are desired.
• Pass Live Scan Background check (will work with minors).
• Experience with quantitative and qualitative research methods.

Shift:

• 30- 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm - Flexible.