Job Description
Scheduled Hours
37.5
Position Summary This position supports the continuous improvement of the School through ongoing data management, data collection, analysis, and dissemination of findings. This role will be responsible for supporting the data infrastructure of the school, engaging with various committees and taskforces internal to the School of Public Health, along with key university partners, to implement data collection and analysis in support of advancing the school’s strategic plan and maintaining good standing with the school’s accreditors.
Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Data Management
- Builds and maintains systems for tracking strategic priorities of the school, including key performance indicators
- Develops systems for tracking all documentation related to each committee, council or taskforce in collaboration with key leaders.
Data Collection
- Designs and implements strategies (e.g., surveys, databases, focus group guides) to support data collection and reporting in service of school-wide evaluation, university-wide evaluation, and accreditation and compliance-required reporting.
- In collaboration with relevant university and community interest holders, identifies opportunities for process improvements and automation to enhance data collection strategies.
Data Analysis
- Identifies and implements appropriate analytic procedures for quantitative and qualitative data.
- Conducts descriptive and statistical analyses of quantitative data collected using statistical analysis programs (e.g., SPSS, R, Excel).
- Conducts thematic analyses of qualitative data using appropriate software (e.g., NVivo, Excel).
Dissemination
- Contributes to dissemination products (e.g., reports, dashboards, presentations, manuscripts).
- Contributes to annual accreditation-required reporting and re-accreditation process every five to seven years.
- Liaises with university partners to provide school-level data in support of university strategic priorities
- Effectively communicates, delegates, and manages data analysis and dissemination-related tasks to graduate student employees.
- Prepares accessible materials for distribution to collaborators relaying strategic priorities and progress towards strategic goals.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at a desk or table
Equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Education: Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications: No specific certification is required for this position.
Work Experience: Relevant Experience (2 Years)
Skills: Not Applicable
Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.
Education: Preferred Qualifications Master's degree
Certifications: No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills: Adaptability, Analytical Problem Solving, Computer Applications, Customer Service, Data Analysis, Database Programs, Data Compilation, Decision Making, Fast-Paced Environments, Oral Communications, Program Evaluations, Project Administration, Project Coordination, Relationship Building, Reservation Systems, Self-Organization (Business), Spreadsheets, Strategic Planning, Word Proccessing, Written Communication
Grade G11
Salary Range $53,100.00 - $90,600.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement Personal
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
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EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
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