University of Michigan · 1 day ago
Research Area Specialist Sr
Ann Arbor, MI
Part-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $100K/yr
6+ years expThe University of Michigan is seeking a part-time Research Area Specialist Sr within the Survey Research Center. This role involves serving as a senior technical data analyst, focusing on data processing, management, and documentation for research projects.
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Responsibilities
Under minimal direction, incumbent will develop, evaluate, and implement various courses of action in support of broad and abstract research goals; provide data management and analysis support for research projects; develop data documentation; contribute to and initiate written materials for presentation and publication; train junior staff and temporary employees, prepare public and restricted access data files for dissemination, and collaborate with Principal Investigators, postdoctoral and graduate students, and members of the HRS research staff in analysis activities
Maintain/update HRS Question Concordance
Ad hoc reporting
Data management programming for various purposes including creation and management of restricted data files (e.g. respondent and child geography, cause of death)
Maintain/update HRS/SSA respondent permission tracking system
Advise HRS staff on special projects:
National Death Index data linkage
Paper to digital archiving
Geographic information processing
Data structure design
Advise, guide, and train HRS staff on maintenance and updating of HRS restricted data products
Respond to HRS help desk questions regarding restricted data products
Participate in Restricted Data Access Case Review Group review of Enclave and NIH LINKAGE restricted data access applications
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in a related research field (e.g., public health, psychology, social work, epidemiology, library science), or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 6 years in social research
Mixed methods and survey research experience
Data Management and documentation experience
Comprehensive knowledge of writing principles, excellent analytical and research skills, strong interpersonal and communication skills, proficiency in qualitative research methods, and familiarity with commercial software for coding and with reference management systems
Writing experience in the areas of social science research
Demonstrated success in cultivating relationships with research faculty and/or key stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and adapt to the needs of the program
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with others
Fluent in research and project management-related software including Microsoft Office products (e.g., Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), SAS (primarily data management), Graphical Information System (GIS) technology, SQL in Access, SQL Server, and MySQL environments, Perl, and other scripting languages such as R and Python, Compiled languages such as VB.net, Website design (PHP, MySQL), Working knowledge of Stata and SPSS
Working knowledge of data security procedures including encryption and other strategies for protecting personally identifiable information
Preferred
Knowledge of research methodology, survey research experience, and mixed-methods skills
Demonstrate excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills
Ability to set priorities, handle multiple assignments and deadlines and display excellent judgment while operating in a flexible and professional manner
Exceptional attention to detail, analytical, leadership, and decision-making skills
Experience with data visualization and synthesis; demonstrated high degree of initiative and resourcefulness
Working knowledge of applicable University policies and procedures
Benefits
Generous time off
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting upon meeting eligibility requirements
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance, including vision and dental options
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Family leave
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Company
University of Michigan
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
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