Clinical Research Support Unit- Research Analyst,College of Medicine Job Saskatoon area,Saskatchewan Canada,Healthcare

Clinical Research Support Unit
- Research Analyst, College of Medicine

The Clinical Research Support Unit (CSRU) in the College of Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan is seeking one full-time Research Analysts. The position provides analytical support, expertise, and research assistance to researchers undertaking various projects within the SK Health Data Research Platform (HRDP-SK).

NATURE OF WORK: This full-time position ( hours per week) reports to the Director of the Clinical Research Support Unit. Duties focus on computer-based quantitative analysis and reporting and are subject to multiple peak periods that may be stressful due to high volumes of work and tight deadlines. The position establishes and maintains a level of professional relationships that supports exceptional collaboration with researchers.

Judgment and decision-making follow established procedures and guidelines. The position handles confidential data, and work is subject to applicable ethical codes of conduct and privacy legislation.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop SAS/R codes following the specifications of the project’s analysis plans

Extract and merge large data sets from different sources (administrative data, survey data, clinical data, etc.) according to data creation plans (DCP)

Manipulate and clean data, create variables, and prepare study cohorts

Perform statistical analysis on developed study cohorts according to specifications of project analysis plans

Generate tables, listings, and figures suitable for publication,

Interpret results and contribute to manuscripts and other deliverables

Develop and maintain reusable code and tools such as SAS macros

Adopt, learn, and apply advanced analytical methods for various research projects,

Review and participate in the development of statistical and methodological aspects of manuscripts and posters

Participate in statistical and methodological consultation with HRDP-SK research teams,

Support the development and delivery of computer software workshops and training courses (SAS/R)

Develop and maintain project-related documentation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: A research-based master’s degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Social Sciences, Health Sciences, or other related fields encompassing a quantitative research approach. OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Experience: Significant statistical analysis experience working with large databases in a team-based research setting and various programming languages such as SAS (including macros), R, and SQL.

ASSET

QUALIFICATIONS:

SAS-certified (Base, Advanced, Clinical trials, etc.)

Experience working with Canadian administrative data holdings (in SK and/or other jurisdictions in Canada), including but not limited to:
Discharge Abstract Database (DAD), National Ambulatory Reporting System (NACRS), physician billing claims, medication dispensation claims, etc.

Experience with the Canadian Census, the Postal Code Conversion File (PCCF), and knowledge of Statistics Canada’s Standard geographical classification

Other skills:

Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills

Ability to work independently and reliably with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively as part of a team

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Remote work may be considered

If you have any questions, please get in touch with Keller at . Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Clinical Research Support Unit- Research Analyst, College of Medicine