Research Associate I
Company: Vitalant
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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Job Description:
PRIMARY PURPOSE: The research group of Dr. Elaine Yu at Vitalant
Research Institute (VRI), an affiliate of the University of
California, San Francisco (UCSF), is seeking talented and highly
motivated Research Associate I. The research associate will focus
on statistical and bioinformatic analyses for several studies
regarding cardiometabolic health among blood donors. Examples of
current projects including utilizing large scale datasets among
blood donors to evaluate the influences of genetic variance of
blood groups on temporal patterns of cardiometabolic indicators,
cardiometabolic risk factors on COVID-19 severity risk, and
interactions between cholesterol homeostasis and hepatis C virus
infection. Under the supervision and mentorship of Dr. Yu, the
research associate will have the following key responsibilities:
developing and maintaining documentation for workflows for final
analytic datasets, utilizing statistical methodology to analyze
longitudinal donor data, coordinating study activities with
internal and external collaborators, drafting sections of
manuscripts, and conducting systematic reviews and meta-analyses.
The research associate will also have opportunities to support
other study activities and leverage career development and related
short courses DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform all study
activities, including managing clinical and study data, in
accordance with HIPAA, Institutional Review approved study
protocols, human subjects' requirements, internal SOPs, and
external regulations including from the NIH. Perform statistical
and bioinformatic analyses for review of principal investigator and
other senior research group members. Actively participate in the
coordination and successful execution of studies, including interim
data QC, database management, and biological sample collection.
Lead study screening and data extraction in systematic reviews, in
collaboration with coauthors and the principal investigator.
Responsible for following systematic review protocol. Assist with
drafting narrative literature reviews and data visualizations for
specific sections of manuscripts (e.g., methods), preliminary grant
proposal development, and progress reports. Participate and provide
constructive input regarding other studies. Identify and actively
participate in relevant short courses, workshops, and seminars for
further training (e.g., systematic reviews, biosafety, mass
spectrometry) that is complementary to the postdoctoral fellow's
background and necessary for successful study execution. Provide
coordination for study execution, database management, and initial
data QC with guidance from principal investigator and other senior
research group members (postdoctoral fellows). Develop, regularly
update and seek feedback regarding an Individual Development Plan.
Actively follows recent developments and findings in relevant
field(s). Establish and maintain a network of professional
relationships, including active internal and external
collaborations. REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge/ Education Master's degree
in epidemiology, public health, or other related field required.
Strong working knowledge in software for statistical analyses and
code documentation (e.g., R, SAS, Jupyter, GitHub) and citation
management (e.g., EndNote) required Experience At least three years
related research experience required. Interest in intellectually
engaging with the team and during meetings regarding
cardiometabolic health required. Prior track record of research
experience (e.g., study coordination, quality control of datasets,
manuscripts, conference presentations) preferred. Strong working
knowledge and/or interest in database management, biostatistics,
bioinformatics, systematic reviews, metabolomics preferred.
Skills/Abilities Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal
communication. Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Familiarity with or interest in learning systematic review
methodology and software. Able to perform work duties with tact,
diplomacy, and confidentiality when working with research study
participants. Able and willing to work with hazardous material,
which may include biohazards, radioisotope, and chemicals in
compliance with health and safety guidelines and regulations.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment independently and with
team members. Please submit a CV, contact information, cover letter
describing your research interests and previous experience. Salary
range from $64,500-70,000.00 per annum
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