DATA SCIENTIST ASSISTANT

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Under direct supervision, responsible for analyzing complex data and providing data-driven reports for their unit. Manages statistical data and creates predictive models based on the unit's needs. Effectively visualizes complex datasets for the production of high-quality figures. Processes research information for easier consumption and transforms it into actionable plans. Provides value to unit through findings and thoughtful insights.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Conduct data extractions and analyze to support program evaluations, performance metrics, strategic decision-making, and reporting for the Substance Abuse Division of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurobiology.
• Develop weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as needed for distribution to internal staff and state, federal, and local funding sponsors.
• Extract data from multiple sources, including FileMaker, Cerner, and Epic. Produce analytical reports using descriptive statistics and data visualization techniques, and effectively communicate findings to key stakeholders to enable data-driven decision making.
• Present findings to internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with partner requirements.
• Assist in data cleaning, management, and quality checks.
• Develop effective automation solutions for repetitive tasks to improve workflow within the department.

Database Operations

• Ensure that databases are operational and accessible to all employees, providing technical support when needed.
• Work with UAB and UAHSF information systems units to manage database operations, ensuring smooth functionality, system upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with program staff and database staff to ensure alignment in division operations and data tracking.
• Manages statistical data and creates predictive models based on the unit's needs.
• Effectively visualizes complex datasets for the production of high-quality figures.
• Processes research information for easier consumption and transforms it into actionable plans.
• Provides value to unit through findings and thoughtful insights.

Program Evaluation

• Contribute to the selection of appropriate statistical methods and study design.
• Conduct statistical analyses and preparation of data for presentation and dissemination.
• Generate and test hypotheses. Analyze and interpret results.
• Assist in documentation of reporting of results.
• Conduct comprehensive analyses to evaluate service-related program efficiency, performance, client outcomes, and system processes.
• Research relevant literature for various projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required. Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, or related field with significant quantitative analysis.
• Experience using Excel for data analysis is required.
• Preferred experience using R, Python, SQL, Power BI, SPSS Knowledge of Psychometrics.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Job: Professional & Managerial