Statistical Data Analyst (Hybrid) - Infectious Diseases

Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110



Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Data Analyst will support a portfolio of domestic and global HIV and implementation science research projects within the Division of Infectious Diseases. Working under the supervision of a Senior Statistical Data Analyst, this position contributes to high-impact studies focused on improving HIV prevention, treatment, and patient-centered service delivery across diverse settings, including the United States and sub-Saharan Africa.

The analyst will collaborate closely with investigators, including faculty leading implementation science and public health research, to manage, analyze, and interpret complex datasets and support dissemination of findings.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Clean, manage, and analyze quantitative data from observational studies, clinical cohorts, and implementation science trials.
• Support development and execution of statistical analyses, including regression modeling, longitudinal analyses, and quasi-experimental designs.
• Prepare analytic datasets from multiple sources (e.g., REDCap, electronic health records, survey platforms).
• Contribute to design and analysis of preference elicitation studies (e.g., discrete choice experiments, best-worst scaling).
• Generate tables, figures, and reports for manuscripts, abstracts, and grant applications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including clinicians, epidemiologists, and global partners.
• Assist in the development of data collection tools, data dictionaries, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure data quality through routine checks, validation, and documentation.
• Support regulatory compliance and data security requirements.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to study design and protocol development.
• Opportunity to assist with qualitative data integration in mixed-methods research.
• Provide administrative support for grants and other program documentation.
• Performs other related duties in support of research center operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement (PC typing)

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., MPH, MS).
• Experience with HIV, infectious diseases, or global health research.
• Familiarity with implementation science frameworks and study designs.
• Experience with REDCap or similar data capture systems.
• Exposure to mixed-methods research and/or preference elicitation methods (DCE, BWS).
• Experience collaborating with international research teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Master's degree

Certifications/Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

Biomedical Research, Clinical Studies, Data Analysis, Data Management, Interpersonal Communication, Oral Communications, Organizing, Statistical Packages, Written Communication

Grade

G11

Salary Range

$53,100.00 - $90,600.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.