Research Data Analyst Job at University of Utah in Salt Lake City

Details

Open Date 11/25/2025

Requisition Number PRN16564N

Job Title Research Data Analysts

Working Title Research Data Analyst

Career Progression Track P00

Track Level P3 - Career, P2 - Developing, P1 - Entry Level Pro

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? No

Standard Hours per Week 19

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department 00870 - Ophthalmology-Research

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $21.00 - $28.00

Close Date 01/25/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

Research Data Analyst

Assist with organizing and analyzing research data, ensuring accuracy and integrity. Perform data entry and prepare basic visualizations and reports using software such as Excel or Tableau. Support team efforts by maintaining datasets, performing quality checks, and documenting processes. Collaborate with senior analysts to learn and implement statistical methods for research projects.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Lead under the guidance of the PI, qualitative data collection activities, including semi-structured interviews and focus groups, with the assistance of an undergraduate research assistant and research volunteers
• Lead coding and analysis of qualitative data under the guidance of the PI
• Contribute to the preparation and submission of grants and Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications and amendments to ensure ethical conduct of qualitative research studies.
• Participate in other tasks needed to support research projects that align with individual interests and strengths.
• Prepare and contribute to scientific presentations, abstracts, and manuscripts for conferences and peer-reviewed publications
• Support participant study enrollment and informed consent processes.
• Support qualitative data management using platforms such as REDCap.
• Knowledge in vision screening to detect eye disorders such as amblyopia, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy, as well as general ophthalmology or optometric clinical care practices, a plus (but not required).

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Research Data Analyst I: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree.

Research Data Analyst II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Research Data Analyst III : Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.

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Special Instructions Summary

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO) and follow up at instructions. https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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