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Job Description

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

The Kidney Research Institute (KRI) functions as the research arm within the Nephrology Division of the UW Department of Medicine, with a goal of conducting innovative clinical research to improve the health and quality of life of persons with kidney disease and related conditions. The KRI carries out a diverse portfolio of research in areas such as nephrology, cardiology, endocrinology, critical care, and others.

**_The Division of Nephrology in the Department of Medicine_** **has an outstanding opportunity for a** **_Full-Time_** **,** **_Temporary_** **Research Scientist 2.** The Research Scientist will provide data management support for a wide variety of scientific research projects involving human subjects with kidney disease and related conditions. This position entails working directly with multiple KRI investigators on a wide range of scientific research projects related to kidney disease. The scope of work will include management and curation of data from all phases of research, including development and maintenance of datasets originating from the electronic health record (EHR), performing data quality checks to ensure optimal quality and accuracy of data, programming in REDCap, and preparing final analytic datasets. The position may also have some overlap with quantitative data analysis, reporting of results, and manuscript development and grant writing and support as needed by the study teams and depending on the experience and interest of the applicant. The successful applicant will be highly organized, detail-oriented, able to work independently on multiple tasks, and can communicate effectively with a diverse group of collaborators.

Responsibilities:

Data Analysis and reporting-50%

• Perform complex data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) from the EHR for use in analyses

• Generate reports from clinical databases

• Create complex EHR data queries to allow for direct import into case report forms

• Create, manipulate, and merge large and complex datasets in SQL

• Develop reusable functions using appropriate software packages; document and package code and follow standards for reproducible research

• Implement statistical programs using STATA, SAS, and/or R and parallel computing

• Learn about and implement novel/unfamiliar statistical methods, depending on the candidate’s skills and project needs

• Perform statistical analyses of data for grant preparation and for publication in peer reviewed journals

Quality Assurance and process improvement-25%

• Develop SOPs for development of datasets originating from the EHR

• Perform quality checks and quality assurance measures to ensure results accuracy

• Problem-solve computational and analytic challenges by investigating and rectifying data issues

• Work directly with researchers to develop alternative analytic strategies in response to challenges

Research Design and Development -25%

• Develop and maintain study protocols

• Produce research products such as well-documented algorithms and code, software, and research publications

• Prepare results for publications, work with collaborators in writing publications, and, in some cases, take the lead in writing publications

• Contribute to research design, including exploring varied analytic approaches and coding techniques to improve on results

• Other duties as assigned that fall within reasonable scope of the position

**Research Sponsors/Stakeholders:** Dialysis Clinic, Inc

Minimum Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s degree in biostatistics, informatics, computer science, or related field and two years of relevant experience.

+ Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Additional Requirements:

+ Experience in at least one database management system (DBMS) such as MS SQL, Oracle Database, or PostgreSQL

+ Experience in at least one programming language such as Python, R, or SQL

Desired Qualifications:

+ Strong capacity for teamwork, collaborative, critical thinking, and attention to detail

+ Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail

+ Excellent written and oral communication skills required

+ Ability to prioritize competing demands to successfully meet deadlines

+ Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

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Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$61,920.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$113,580.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 (https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/) .

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.