Data Analyst
Job Description
At the University of California, San Francisco, the Data Analyst will support investigator-initiated ophthalmology clinical studies through meticulous data management, statistical analysis, and the preparation of tables, figures, and manuscripts for publication. This onsite role in San Francisco collaborates closely with investigators and study teams to ensure regulatory compliance and effective study coordination, including IRB submissions and ongoing data quality oversight.
Responsibilities
- Manage study data across datasets and databases
- Maintain research data repositories such as REDCap
- Protect data quality and integrity throughout the study lifecycle
- Perform statistical analyses using R, SAS, Stata, or equivalent software
- Support grant applications, abstracts, and manuscript preparation
- Assist with IRB submissions and continuing reviews
- Coordinate study documentation and regulatory files
- Maintain regulatory documentation and compliance records
- Facilitate participant scheduling and follow-up activities
- Collaborate with investigators and study teams to ensure adherence to protocols and regulatory requirements
- Prepare publication-quality tables, figures, and manuscripts
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer, computational, data science, or domain sciences with a computer/data specialization, plus at least three years of relevant experience, or an equivalent background
- Proficiency with R, SAS, Stata, or an equivalent statistical software package
- Knowledge of statistical methods used in clinical or biomedical research
- Experience with data cleaning, validation, and quality assurance
- Ability to produce publication-quality tables, figures, and reports
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), IRB requirements, and human subjects research
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently and collaboratively
Technologies
- REDCap
- R
- SAS
- Stata
Department Description
The UCSF Department of Ophthalmology stands as a leading entity in clinical care, education, and research in eye health. It is among the largest federal grant fund recipients among peer departments and holds top National Institutes of Health funding rankings, including first in National Eye Institute funding and second in overall NIH funding nationwide. The department has also been the top recipient of Research to Prevent Blindness funding nationwide.
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco is a premier health sciences university dedicated to advancing health through biomedical research, graduate-level education, and exceptional patient care. It is the UC system’s only campus devoted exclusively to the health sciences, bringing together world-class experts across disciplines.
PRIDE VALUES
UCSF cultivates a diverse community and emphasizes professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity, and excellence. Candidates whose experience or community involvement aligns with these values are encouraged to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity
UCSF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals under UC policy. Placement within the salary range depends on factors including work experience and internal equity within the UCSF position classification. For union-represented roles, salary placement follows the rules of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.