Research Analyst | Ann Arbor, MI

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  • Location: Ann Arbor, MI

  • Company: University Of Michigan

that relate to this position. Summary The Department of Environmental Health Sciences in the School of Public Health at the University is seeking an enthusiastic Research/Data Analyst to curate and analyze a nationwide dataset from the Apple Hearing Study , an exciting cooperative project between Apple and UM that is exploring noise exposures and hearing impacts in the United States.

The person in this position will work as part of a team that is responsible for data management, organization, and statistical analysis for this big data project, which has already yielded a dataset of billions of data points. We are looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, critical thinker who is adaptable,

creative, and responsible and who can provide analysis and data management on this project. The ideal applicant will: Be curious and interested in learning Have a passion for programming/data science Be detail-oriented Be a team player This position is a term limited appointment that is anticipated to be extended based on available funding.

Responsibilities Work in conjunction with existing Research Analyst to clean, connect, merge, aggregate, document, and manage Apple Hearing Study data, as well as other data. Suggest, develop, and conduct appropriate data analyses for all study questions as necessary in collaboration with other team members. Contribute to research team discussions

regarding types and execution of data analyses, programming and data management issues, and study and analysis documentation.

Troubleshoot and document issues as they arise with the appropriate persons at Apple. Curate datasets for other team members (non-analyst staff and graduate students) upon request. Use study results to help prepare written and graphical materials for peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and public outreach. Provide monthly updates to the research team for quality control and quality assurance. See projects and analyses through while following methodological steps. Follow appropriate systems and protocols in order to remotely access study data in secure, offsite cloud storage, in cooperation with staff at Apple to maintain and ensure data privacy and security.

Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Informatics, Data Science/Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Public Health, or related field of study.2+ years of experience conducting data quality control, data analysis and data management activities of large to very large datasets. Advanced skills in Python 2/3. Intermediate experience with either R or Spark. Experience identifying and using appropriate statistical approaches and models using programming languages to answer questions related to health.

Interest and experience applying data science techniques to public health or clinical research. Ability to write clear analytical documentation, summaries of analytical methodologies, and descriptions of statistical results, as well as create charts, tables, and other visual aids. Have the ability to work both as a team member and independently while being consistently detail-oriented. Desired Qualifications Master's Degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Informatics, Data Science/Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Epidemiology, or related field of study.

Advanced experience with more than one of the following languages/coding platforms; R, Python, or Spark. Familiarity with SQL, shell scripting languages (e. g. Bash) and cluster computing to handle big data (e. g. datasets consisting of billions of datapoints). Experience applying unsupervised machine learning methods and models to public health or clinical research. Experience with development, organization, and documentation of workflow and file management among several data analysts. Experience with remote data access, complex data structures, and linkages between data sources.

Additional Information This position will be in the Exposure Research Lab in the Environmental Health Sciences Department in the School of Public Health. Dr. Rick Neitzel is the PI of this lab and will directly supervise this position. Our research focuses on exposure backssment for various hazards that affect human health and safety at work, at home, and in the community. We work in both domestic and international research settings. Much of our current work focuses on occupational and community noise exposure, hearing health, environmental justice, and workplace injuries.

The person in this role will primarily work on the Apple Hearing Study. This project is a close collaboration with a team at Apple with whom we have multiple meetings per week to exchange ideas and tasks. The person in this role will work inside of an Apple-curated cloud-based data ecosystem to perform data analysis. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic employee with a commitment to contributing to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all members of our community. Application Deadline Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process maybegin as early as the eighth day after posting.

Thisopening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. U-M EEO/AA Statement The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. PDN-9ac9bddc-b7e3-484d-bd37-9a6a5b4d4d26

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