Data Analyst | Family Medicine | SOM | HU

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Summary:

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)
School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located inthe heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’ssponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.

Unit: School Of Medicine MBU

Department: Family Medicine

Department Summary: The Data Analyst will support cancer prevention and control initiatives by managing datasets, conducting statistical analyses,generating actionable insights, and producing reports that inform program strategy, policy decisions, and operational improvements.

The analyst will work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and contribute to data‑driven decision‑making across research and public health projects.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Data management — Clean, organize, and maintain datasets from clinical trials, epidemiological studies, and community‑based research.
• Statistical analysis — Apply biostatistical and quantitative methods to evaluate trends, outcomes, and program effectiveness.
• Reporting & visualization — Create dashboards,visualizations, and written reports to communicate findings to internal teams and external partners.
• Research question translation — Convert scientific aimsinto measurable variables, analytic plans, and interpretable outputs.
• Cross‑functional collaboration — Work with researchers,clinicians, and policy teams to understand data needs and deliver insights.
• Quality assurance — Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with institutional and federal guidelines.
• Professional development — Participate in training,workshops, and team meetings to strengthen analytic and communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Advanced degree with strong analytical training
• Demonstrated interest in health‑related data analysis
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident status (per NIH T32eligibility requirements)

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior research experience in cancer prevention, control, orrelated population sciences
• Experience or interest in clinical trials, community-engaged research, or implementation science
• Evidence of research productivity (e.g., abstracts,presentations, publications)
• Strong quantitative, analytical, or methodological skills

Salary Range: $38.46/hour

Benefits :
All VCU employee types are eligible for a widearray of benefits to support you during your employment sult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hours per Week: .250

ORP Eligible: No

University

Job Title:

24221N - Data Analyst 1

Rank: Non Faculty

Contact Name: Bernard Fuemmeler

Contact Email: bernard.fuemmeler