Job Description

The Department of Urology currently has an outstanding opportunity for a Temporary, Hourly Research Consultant. This position will be remote, 10-12 hours per month, for approximately 6 months.

The Research Consultant (Payroll Title: Pro Staff Temp Position (NE H)) will work to provide research support for Dr. Judith Hagedorn and Dr. Hunter Wessells. The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to design, management, and implementation of data generation, gathering, organizing, maintaining, and analytic activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

•     Facilitate the design, implementation, and maintenance of the information infrastructure in support of research projects (10%)

•     Create sophisticated and inter-related instruments and surveys for research purposes (5%)

•     Establish procedures for the entry, cleaning, linking, appending, merging, and preparing data for analysis (40%)

•     Organize, archive and document multiple quantitative and qualitative databases relevant to various research projects (20%)

•     Provide technical assistance to other members of the lab regarding appropriate analytic approaches and techniques (5%)

•     Conduct, summarize, and present analyses of data of a variety of types and for a variety of audiences (20%)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

This position requires a Master's Degree in Public Health, Statistics or equivalent graduate level training and four years of relevant experience.

Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Additional Requirements

•     Expertise in instrument and survey design and development

•     Expertise in deterministic and probabilistic linkages of large databases

•     Solid understanding of empirical research including quantitative and qualitative analytical research skills

•     Ability to think flexibly about the use of analytic methods and demonstrated openness to working on research projects that integrate qualitative and quantitative research methods

•     Demonstrated ability to provide inferential statistics by applying basic and advanced analytic skills to a variety of research projects

•     Proficiency with relational database, data linkage, and statistical software including one 9and preferably several) of the following packages: REDCap, SQL, LinkPlus, LinkKing, LinkSolv, Stata, R, SPSS, SAS, ArcGIS, Microsoft Access, NVivo, and Atlas Ti

•     Collaborative orientation, flexibility, and the ability to be proactive in decision making and carrying out work

•     Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable communicating one-on-one or in groups of both internal and external constituents  

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Positive, upbeat, and flexible in approach to work in a fast-paced environment; willing to cope with and embrace change
• Comfortable with juggling demands of a busy, frequently changing plan of work in a professional manner, while exhibiting sound judgment about priorities and work scope.
• Commitment to the mission of the Center  

Conditions of Employment

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

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About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.