Research Data Analyst 1-5 RP

Job Summary

Involves gathering, analyzing, and interpreting a wide variety of research data. Designs and conducts research including selecting data samples, developing research instruments, analyzing collected information according to established statistical methods, and developing recommendations based on research findings. Prepares reports, charts, tables, and other visual aids to interpret and communicate data and results.

Job Title	Research Data Analyst 1 RP	Research Data Analyst 2 RP	Research Data Analyst 3 RP	Research Data Analyst 4 RP	Research Data Analyst 5 RP
Job Code	5272	5273	5274	5275	5276
Bargaining Unit	RP	RP	RP	RP	RP
FLSA	Non-Exempt	Non-Exempt	Exempt	Exempt	Exempt
Generic Scope	Entry-level professional with limited prior experience; learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity; works on assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making. Employees at this level are expected to acquire the skills and knowledge to perform more advanced work following an agreed upon time in position, through defined training and development planning.	Professional who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments / projects / tasks of moderate scope and complexity; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action.	Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems / issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.	Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues / problems without precedent and / or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy.	Recognized organization-wide expert. Has significant impact and influence on organizational policy and program development. Regularly leads projects of critical importance to the organization; these projects carry substantial consequences of success or failure. Directs programs with organization-wide impact (or may have impact beyond the University) that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources. Significant barriers to entry exist at this level.
Custom Scope	Under direct supervision, acquires skills and knowledge of professional concepts in research data analysis. Works on small projects or segments of projects with limited scope and complexity. Typically, the bargaining unit job code should be used for work covered by this title. However, if the position is not covered by the Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA) due to one of the following reasons—(1) Confidential status, where duties normally require access to confidential information that significantly influences the development of management’s bargaining or grievance positions; (2) employed outside of California at a location with 100 or fewer employees; or (3) Supervisory status, where duties include supervising employees as a regular part of the job—then the position should be listed under the generic title without the “RP” ending.	Works on research data reporting assignments that are of moderate diversity in scope. Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Typically, the bargaining unit job code should be used for work covered by this title. However, if the position is not covered by the Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA) due to one of the following reasons—(1) Confidential status, where duties normally require access to confidential information that significantly influences the development of management’s bargaining or grievance positions; (2) employed outside of California at a location with 100 or fewer employees; or (3) Supervisory status, where duties include supervising employees as a regular part of the job—then the position should be listed under the generic title without the “RP” ending.	Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced research professional with a full understanding of in-depth statistical analyses and / or research software programming techniques. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Typically, the bargaining unit job code should be used for work covered by this title. However, if the position is not covered by the Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA) due to one of the following reasons—(1) Confidential status, where duties normally require access to confidential information that significantly influences the development of management’s bargaining or grievance positions; (2) employed outside of California at a location with 100 or fewer employees; or (3) Supervisory status, where duties include supervising employees as a regular part of the job—then the position should be listed under the generic title without the “RP” ending.	Applies extensive knowledge as a research professional with an in-depth understanding of statistical and / or other analysis techniques designed to support research projects of broad scope and complexity. May function as a team leader. Typically, the bargaining unit job code should be used for work covered by this title. However, if the position is not covered by the Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA) due to one of the following reasons—(1) Confidential status, where duties normally require access to confidential information that significantly influences the development of management’s bargaining or grievance positions; (2) employed outside of California at a location with 100 or fewer employees; or (3) Supervisory status, where duties include supervising employees as a regular part of the job—then the position should be listed under the generic title without the “RP” ending.	As a recognized expert, applies comprehensive knowledge of statistical and / or other data analysis techniques to lead the most complex projects of large size and scope that have critical impact on the organization or external stakeholders. Typically, the bargaining unit job code should be used for work covered by this title. However, if the position is not covered by the Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA) due to one of the following reasons—(1) Confidential status, where duties normally require access to confidential information that significantly influences the development of management’s bargaining or grievance positions; (2) employed outside of California at a location with 100 or fewer employees; or (3) Supervisory status, where duties include supervising employees as a regular part of the job—then the position should be listed under the generic title without the “RP” ending.
Key Resp 01	Under direct supervision, performs basic statistical and data analysis.	Conducts statistical studies in support of research proposals and protocols.	Plans long-term statistical studies, including the preparation of proposals, design of survey instruments and determining sampling procedures.	Provides consultation to research team to develop and evaluate instruments, tools and training. Designs, coordinates and conducts research studies of broad complexity and impact.	Establishes research instruments, tools and training for research studies with broad complexity, impact and consequence of error.
Key Resp 02	Collects research data and prepares it for analysis.	Maintains and develops research gathering, retrieval and reporting systems.	Gathers, analyzes, prepares and summarizes the collection of information and data; recommends statistical approaches, trends, sources and uses.	Compiles and interprets research data. Contributes to formulation and prioritization of interventions based on data.	Serves as speaker and subject matter expert on interpretation and analysis of research findings.
Key Resp 03	Assists with study design proposals and survey instruments.	Plans studies, including the design of survey instruments and determining the sampling and reporting procedures.	Prepares data for presentation.	Presents and interprets the results of research findings.	Formulates and prioritizes potential interventions based on analysis of data.
Key Resp 04	Supports testing of research instruments and data sources.	Collaborates on the design, documentation, testing and implementation of research studies.	Identifies multivariate strategies.	Provides team leadership in evaluating and refining investigation methods. Leads investigations / studies for local or external constituents.	Provides leadership at the regional / national or other level in evaluating and refining investigation methods. Leads investigations / studies for a wide variety of constituents.
Key Resp 05	Assists with report preparation and / or analysis for internal constituents.	Prepares reports and / or analyses for internal department constituents.	Prepares reports of studies for internal validation and cross validation studies.	Prepares reports, scientific publications and articles for publication.	Leads efforts to prepare reports, scientific publications and articles for publication.
Key Resp 06	Assists with evaluation and research of data reporting products.	May be involved in researching, evaluating and selecting new data reporting products.	Analyzes the interrelationships of data and defines logical aspects of data sets.	Designs studies and data collection tools.	Regularly designs studies and data collection tools to conduct complex and varied analyses of research concepts with broad impact.
Key Resp 07	Develops knowledge in areas of storage, documentation and dissemination of computerized data.	Assists in developing systems for organizing data to analyze, identify and report trends.	Develops systems for organizing data to analyze, identify and report trends.	Provides technical assistance on data management and use of research data to analyze and interpret findings.	Provides technical consultation on all aspects of data management and use of research data.
Key Resp 08		Gathers and analyzes research data; prepares and summarizes information and / or recommendations.	Manages database of research data for projects.	Develops database tool for tracking research data and assists in transmission and presentation of data.	Develops innovative database tool for tracking research data and oversees transmission and presentation of data.
Key Resp 09		Independently plans limited studies or assists higher level Analysts in large, complex studies.	Reviews new software instruments and potential effects on statistical testing. May make programming modifications.	Designs computer programs to evaluate research data and provide reports to users.	Establishes new and innovative ways to evaluate research data. Regularly leads and facilitates workgroups to determine data reporting to users.
Key Resp 10			Participates in development and implementation of data security policies and procedures.	May lead implementation of data management systems.	May lead efforts at the organizational / regional / national / international level to implement data management systems.
Key Resp 11			Keeps abreast of technical advances in storage, documentation and dissemination of computerized data.	Maintains professional expertise and conducts training on scientific research methods.	Maintains professional expertise on scientific research methods. Conducts training at all levels.
Key Resp 12			Implements related business processes.	Develops written policies and procedures.	Oversees development and implementation of written policies, procedures and research techniques.
Key Resp 13			May supervise data entry, database management and research analysis of students, support staff and / or lower-level analysts.	May lead other research staff. Helps train, guide and mentor project team members.	May supervise other research staff. Helps train, guide and mentor project team members.
Education	Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.	Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.	Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.	Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.	Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
Special Condition	Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.	Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.	Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.	Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.	Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.
KSA 01	Acquiring knowledge of research function. Acquiring ability to perform research analysis duties.	Working knowledge of research function.	Thorough knowledge of research function.	In-depth knowledge of research function.	Expert knowledge of research function.
KSA 02	Acquiring statistical analysis, systems programming, and database design skills to perform research analysis duties.	Working skills in statistical analysis, systems programming, database design and data security measures.	Thorough skills associated with statistical analysis and systems programming.	Advanced skills associated with statistical analysis, database management and systems programming.	Highly skilled in statistical analysis, database management and systems programming.
KSA 03	Ability to effectively manage time and see assigned parts of projects through to completion on deadline.	Working skills in analysis and consultation.	Thorough skills in analysis and consultation.	Advanced skills in analysis and consultation.	Highly skilled in analysis and consultation at all levels, internal and external to the organization.
KSA 04	Basic consultation and communication skills.	Skills to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing.	Skills to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing.	Advanced ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing.	Expert ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing.
KSA 05			Skills in project management.	Advanced project management skills. Ability to lead and influence within and external to project team.	Highly skilled project manager; demonstrated adaptability and flexibility. Skills to coordinate complex, high impact projects, lead teams and external constituents, and direct projects through from inception to completion on schedule. Anticipates and effectively handles change.
KSA 06			Research skills at a level to evaluate alternate solutions and develop recommendations.	Advanced research skills at a level to evaluate alternate solutions and develop recommendations.	Expert research skills at a level to evaluate alternate solutions and develop recommendations.
KSA 07				Advanced ability to think creatively to recommend action steps or strategize solutions relative to research.	Expert knowledge in research data analysis techniques and instruments. Expert ability to apply knowledge and skills to recommend innovative, industry-leading improvements to highly complex, unprecedented issues.
Environment	Campus, medical center or other university setting and various external venues.	Campus, medical center or other university setting and various external venues.	Campus, medical center or other university setting and various external venues.	Campus, medical center or other university setting and various external venues.	Campus, medical center or other university setting and various external venues.