Data Analyst I / II
- Salary
- $62K–$77K
- Hiring from
- United States
- Work type
- Hybrid
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About The Company
NORC at the University of Chicago is a premier independent research institution renowned for delivering reliable data and rigorous analysis to inform critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions. Established in 1941, NORC has a long-standing tradition of excellence, innovation, and scientific integrity. Our teams collaborate with government, corporate, and nonprofit clients worldwide to transform complex information into actionable knowledge. NORC's Health Sciences Department specializes in producing rich data on social priorities such as child development, healthy aging, and the use of electronic clinical data in research. With expertise in data acquisition, management, and analysis, the department is a leader in designing and managing large-scale surveys and collecting biomeasures, contributing significantly to advances in health information technology and health research.
About The Role
NORC is seeking a qualified Data Analyst I or II to join the Health Sciences Department. This role involves supporting hospital discharge data processing across multiple states, harmonizing data, and packaging files into a uniform format. As a Data Analyst, you will collaborate closely with senior Research Scientists, Statisticians, and Data Scientists to perform data processing, quality assurance, analysis, and dissemination tasks. Responsibilities include importing, cleaning, standardizing, transforming, and validating data sets, researching and documenting data procedures, investigating data issues, and preparing presentations and reports. Proficiency in SAS is required, with additional experience in R or Python considered a plus. Prior experience working with healthcare or administrative claims data is preferred. This hybrid position is based in either the Chicago Loop or downtown Washington, DC office, requiring a minimum of six days per month onsite, with exceptional remote candidates also considered.
Qualifications
NORC at the University of Chicago is a premier independent research institution renowned for delivering reliable data and rigorous analysis to inform critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions. Established in 1941, NORC has a long-standing tradition of excellence, innovation, and scientific integrity. Our teams collaborate with government, corporate, and nonprofit clients worldwide to transform complex information into actionable knowledge. NORC's Health Sciences Department specializes in producing rich data on social priorities such as child development, healthy aging, and the use of electronic clinical data in research. With expertise in data acquisition, management, and analysis, the department is a leader in designing and managing large-scale surveys and collecting biomeasures, contributing significantly to advances in health information technology and health research.
About The Role
NORC is seeking a qualified Data Analyst I or II to join the Health Sciences Department. This role involves supporting hospital discharge data processing across multiple states, harmonizing data, and packaging files into a uniform format. As a Data Analyst, you will collaborate closely with senior Research Scientists, Statisticians, and Data Scientists to perform data processing, quality assurance, analysis, and dissemination tasks. Responsibilities include importing, cleaning, standardizing, transforming, and validating data sets, researching and documenting data procedures, investigating data issues, and preparing presentations and reports. Proficiency in SAS is required, with additional experience in R or Python considered a plus. Prior experience working with healthcare or administrative claims data is preferred. This hybrid position is based in either the Chicago Loop or downtown Washington, DC office, requiring a minimum of six days per month onsite, with exceptional remote candidates also considered.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in quantitative social sciences, public health, statistics, biostatistics, health informatics, mathematics, data science, computer science, or a related field.
- 0-2 years of experience in roles involving data management, statistical or analytic programming, preferably with large data sets (internships included).
- Proficiency in SAS programming, including experience with SAS macros.
- Additional experience with R or Python is desirable but not mandatory.
- Prior experience working with healthcare or administrative claims data is preferred.
- Strong foundation in statistics, mathematics, and data science.
- Excellent problem-solving and quantitative analysis skills.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet project deadlines.
- Outstanding interpersonal and critical reasoning skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
- Eligibility to work in the United States (NORC does not offer visa sponsorship for this position).
Responsibilities
NORC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristics. NORC is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected.
- Collaborate with researchers, statisticians, data scientists, technology experts, and subject matter experts to implement and enhance data management, processing, and analysis activities.
- Develop programs and scripts for data cleaning, integration, transformation, harmonization, and quality validation.
- Support and improve existing applications and databases tailored to various research needs.
- Produce comprehensive data documentation and data dictionaries to facilitate data understanding and use.
- Contribute to reports and presentations by writing sections, creating analytic summaries, and developing tables and graphics.
- Apply artificial intelligence tools to improve efficiency and effectiveness in data processing tasks.
- Assist in data collection and harmonization from primary and secondary sources, including administrative records and commercial data.
- Maintain databases, data systems, and relevant metadata to ensure data integrity and accessibility.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support the department’s goals and projects.
- Competitive salary range of $62,000 to $77,000 based on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage that begins on the first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Defined contribution retirement program with an additional voluntary 403(b) retirement savings option.
- Group life insurance and long-term and short-term disability insurance.
- Generous paid time off, holidays, paid parental leave, and bereavement leave to support work-life balance.
- Tuition assistance and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to promote continuous learning and well-being.
- A business casual work environment that encourages professional growth and collaboration.
- Transparency in pay practices with published salary ranges and benefit information for all positions.
NORC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristics. NORC is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected.
