Research Analyst

Arizona State University

. Support applied research, public health data analysis, data reporting, and research dissemination .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesJunior💰 $48,600 - $59,378 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data analysis, research methodologies, and public health reporting, with proficiency in R and Python for data management and visualization. Capable of producing comprehensive reports and disseminating findings to diverse audiences while improving data workflows and project efficiency.

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Data AnalysisR ProgrammingStatistical MethodsMicrosoft ExcelPublic Health Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Data CollectionData WranglingStatistical AnalysisResearch DesignDatabase Management

Soft Skills

Independent WorkProject ManagementClear Communication

Tools & Technologies

R ShinyR QuartoWordPressVDRSSUDORS

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's Degree

Industry Keywords

Public HealthEpidemiologyViolence PreventionInjury SurveillanceApplied Research

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonWordPress

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support applied research, public health data analysis, data reporting, and research dissemination
Maintain and improve research data systems and dashboards using R and related tools
Provide technical support for research projects, public health reporting, dashboard maintenance, and data products
Produce reports using VDRS/SUDORS and other project datasets
Coordinate data for management, policy studies, and research activities
Maintain the Center’s website
Prepare bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports
Develop recurring and ad hoc data summaries, tables, figures, visualizations, and written summaries
Design, coordinate, and conduct research activities and statistical studies
Develop and maintain databases for management decision-making and program evaluation
Link, clean, wrangle, and summarize multiple datasets
Participate in special studies and recommend solutions or alternatives
Improve internal processes, data workflows, and project efficiency
Train staff on departmental data processing tools
Create and maintain databases using Python, WordPress, Microsoft Excel, R, R Quarto, and R Shiny
Apply statistical and data analysis techniques to research, evaluation, public health surveillance, and violence-prevention projects
Generate data dissemination products for technical and non-technical audiences
Write technical content for academic, practitioner, policy, and general audiences
Make recommendations to management and external partners
Assist with presentations, articles, technical reports, operational plans, and accreditation reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or training producing comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities
Cover letter and resume or CV required
Knowledge of research design, methodologies, and statistics
Knowledge of basic statistics and data analysis
Knowledge of data collection and analysis methods
Knowledge of statistical and financial tools
Knowledge of public health, epidemiology, violence prevention, injury surveillance, or related applied research areas beneficial
Skill in linking, cleaning, wrangling, summarizing, and documenting multiple datasets
Skill in Microsoft Excel and R
Skill in creating tables, charts, dashboards, reports, and data dissemination products
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and move projects forward with limited supervision
Ability to translate technical findings into clear language for diverse audiences
Employment contingent upon successful background check
Driving is not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Relocation assistance/resources
Tobacco-free university
Electronic application process
Grant-funded position