Department: MED-Psych & Behavioral Science
Salary/Grade: EXS/6

Job Summary:

Assists in the design, development, maintenance, and implementation of databases for a large research study. Writes code using software (e.g. R, Python, Stata) to clean, aggregate, and prepare data for analysis and reporting. Utilizes multiple quantitative and qualitative datasets from a variety of sources (structured interviews, diagnostic measures, record data). Programs data capture surveys, prepares complex variables, structures databases for analyses. Creates codebooks and data management protocols. Assists in obtaining data from partners and agencies

The Health Disparities & Public Policy program investigates health disparities in traditionally underserved populations. For the past 28 years, we have been conducting the Northwestern Juvenile Project, a longitudinal study of the mental health needs and outcomes of 1,829 youth involved with the justice system. Funded by a consortium of federal agencies and private foundations, we have been tracking and re-interviewing our participants since April 1996.

This position is full-time, hybrid. 3 days per week in-office (required), 2 days remote (if preferred). Our office is located on the Chicago Campus.

Specific Responsibilities :

Strategic Planning

• Partners with clients to define requirements based on business objectives.

Administration

• Develop standardized templates, policies, and procedures for internal and external reporting.
• Designs and prepares documentation for qualitative and quantitative data analysis.

Development

• Merges data from multiple sources in preparation for analysis.

Performance

• Completes data cleaning and organizes data files for analysis.
• Reviews data and identifies quality issues

Miscellaneous

Performs other duties as assigned.

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.
• Please see information highlighted in tables below.

Infrastructure (extends across applications)

• Adobe Creative Cloud Suite
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Outlook)
• Microsoft SharePoint
• Windows Operating System

Programming Languages and Frameworks

• Python
• Other:R

Compliance

• HIPAA
• IRB

Analytical

• critical thinking
• data mining
• database design/ data structure
• Debugging
• decision making
• judgment
• metadata creation and management
• problem solving
• Troubleshooting

Project

• Code documentation
• collaboration and teamwork
• facilitate collaboration
• functional documentation
• organizational skills
• planning
• workflow development & documentation

Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

• Proficiency in coding/programming software (e.g. R, Python)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience working with longitudinal or survey data

Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

• Experience with REDCap or other data capture software
• Proficiency in database design
• Experience with SQL or similar

Benefits:
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

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. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

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. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more .

Northwestern strongly recommends COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for people who can obtain them as a critical tool for minimizing severe illness. More information can be found on the COVID-19 and Campus Updates webpage.

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Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Click for information on EEO is the Law.

Target hiring range for this position will be between $55,128 - $68, 911 per year. 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.

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