Data Analyst

WVU Online

. Support data management, research, program evaluation, and grant reporting across the Institute for Community and Rural Health .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data management, analysis, and reporting, with proficiency in statistical software and data visualization. Capable of developing databases and maintaining quality assurance while ensuring compliance with data handling protocols.

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Data ManagementStatistical AnalysisDatabase DevelopmentData VisualizationQuality Assurance

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Hard Skills

Data CollectionData CleaningData AnalysisDescriptive StatisticsData DocumentationStatistical SoftwareExcelRPythonSAS

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Data DashboardsElectronic Data Collection FormsData DictionariesCodebooks

Industry Keywords

Public HealthEpidemiologyGrant ReportingProgram EvaluationResearch Protocols

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support data management, research, program evaluation, and grant reporting across the Institute for Community and Rural Health
Manage data from collection through analysis, reporting, and archiving
Develop and maintain project data management plans
Build and maintain databases, electronic data collection forms, data dictionaries, codebooks, and standard operating procedures
Establish consistent variable definitions, naming conventions, participant and site identifiers, and file organization
Coordinate data submissions from project teams and partners
Integrate and reconcile data from surveys, program records, clinical partners, and public datasets
Conduct quality checks for missing values, duplicate records, inconsistencies, and outliers
Prepare and maintain analysis-ready datasets with version tracking and reproducible processing steps
Implement appropriate access permissions, secure storage, backups, and recovery procedures with authorized university teams
Prepare de-identified datasets and support authorized data sharing
Maintain documentation for monitoring, audits, staff transitions, and project closeout
Conduct descriptive statistics, trend analyses, and comparisons of program participation, service delivery, costs, reach, and outcomes
Support study design, measure selection, and statistical analyses
Create dashboards, visualizations, tables, and concise reports
Track performance measures and prepare data summaries for grant reporting and project reviews
Interpret findings with project teams, explaining limitations and implications for program improvement
Contribute analytical methods, tables, and findings to manuscripts, presentations, and funding proposals
Establish data requirements, responsibilities, and reporting timelines with faculty and program managers
Train staff, students, and partners on data collection tools, entry procedures, quality standards, and secure handling
Follow university requirements, research protocols, data-use agreements, and privacy and security procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in statistics, data analytics, public health, epidemiology, economics, computer science, or a related field
Minimum of one (1) year of experience collecting, managing, cleaning, analyzing, and reporting quantitative data
Minimum of one (1) year of experience developing or maintaining databases, data documentation, and quality assurance procedures
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered
Proficiency in Excel and at least one analytical programming or statistical software package, such as R, Python, SAS, or Stata
Understanding of descriptive statistics, data visualization, and secure data handling
Ability to explain findings clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage deadlines across multiple projects
All qualifications must be met by the time of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

37.5-hour work week
13 paid holidays
24 annual leave (vacation) days per year
18 sick days per year
Health insurance and other benefits
401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match
Eligibility to continue health insurance and other retiree perks
Wellness programs