Department of Neurology - Memory and Aging Center

Full Time

75007BR

Job Summary

We are looking for a Data Analyst Manager for the Multitudes Project. The Multitudes Project is a California State founded project aiming to bridge Neuroscience and public schools with the intent to develop a battery for early detection and intervention for children with Dyslexia.

The Data Analyst Manager will be the core of the data organization throughout the Multitudes project. This includes collaborations with other institutions, universities, school districts and other stakeholders involved in data collection, analysis, and interpretation. This position will be central in coordinating the effort to create a strong data pipeline architecture for a wide variety of research data pertinent to the project.

The Data Analyst Manager will help design and conduct research including selecting data samples, developing research instruments, analyzing collected information according to established statistical methods, and developing recommendations based on research findings. The role will also imply supervision of the junior analyst(s) and collaboration with other stakeholders in preparing reports, charts, tables, and other visual aids to interpret and diffuse data and results. 

The ideal candidate will be 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. The Data Analyst Manager will need to have Project Management skills to keep stakeholders aligned, has the ability to envision a future data architecture to support Artificial Intelligence and predictive analytic models to create innovative approaches to precision science and research to guide progressive, science based, result driven personalized interventions.

The Data Analyst Manager will work with Multitudes faculty and data science team to manage, communicate, and analyze data pertaining to all aspects of a complex multi-institutional project.  Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced research professional with a full understanding of in-depth statistical analyses and research software programming techniques. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for answering specific queries in the service of research and development and will report to the COO.

The role also involves technical acumen for planning, designing, developing, implementing and administering data-based systems that acquire, prepare, store and provide access to data and metadata. Maintains and optimizes systems and migrates data and systems as needed. Ensures integrity and completeness of data and workflow, manages and / or develops data practices, databases and information systems as well as guidelines, dictionaries, registries and / or services. Interpretation of scientific research data artifacts as well as mediation across science and technology domains and long-term data care. As information architect and data steward, designs systems, data products and / or data production processes while focusing on data curation, data exchange, data security, data integrity and information environments. (Re)evaluates frameworks, strategies, standards and standards-making activities. Involve work with a project-level data repository, a center or an archive.

Additional responsibilities- conduct psychometric analyses using classical test theory, item response theory, equating to support product development Communicate technical psychometric concepts orally and in writing to all customer bases, including non-technical audiences. Work with cross-functional teams to problem-solve and find solutions for product development. With supervision, analyze, research, and propose solutions to current and future measurement problems, and communicate those solutions effectively.

***NOTE: This is an 1-year Contract role from the date of hire.

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Department Description

The UCSF Dyslexia Center is developing a new digital tool, Multitudes. Free for all California public schools, this platform aids in the early identification of Kindergarten and First Grade students who may face challenges learning to read. Early identification can lead to early intervention. With the right support, more California students can learn to read with greater ease, leading to more equitable educational and health outcomes. Multitudes is led by the part of the Dyslexia Center located in the ALBA Language Neurobiology lab. The ALBA Language Neurobiology laboratory in the UCSF Neurology Department’s Memory and Aging Center is directed by Dr. Maria Luisa Gorno Tempini. We study how language is organized into brain networks across the lifespan. Our group researches how language skills and brain regions are impacted by neurological conditions and how they reorganize in response. Our multidisciplinary team correlates behavioral research with multimodal neuroimaging techniques to understand the neural underpinning of higher cognitive functions such as speech, language, and memory. In particular, we research two syndromes: Primary Progressive Aphasia and Dyslexia. Dr. Gorno Tempini is also co-director of the UCSF Dyslexia Center and the UCSF|UC Berkeley Schwab Center for Dyslexia and Cognitive Diversity. These centers aim to eliminate the debilitating effects of developmental dyslexia while supporting the relative strengths of each individual. We develop best practice protocols to assess and diagnose children with dyslexia and other learning differences through a multimodal cognitive and neuroimaging program. We work closely with schools and educators to develop early interventions and educational strategies to help children with dyslexia thrive.

The Multitudes Project is part of the Memory and Aging Center (MAC) is the largest division within the Department of Neurology with a diverse workforce of over 260 employees. The Department of Neurology is a teaching, research and clinical care unit within the School of Medicine (SOM). The Department of Neurology is a large, multi-site department, with locations including Mission Bay, Parnassus, Mt. Zion, ZSFG, VAMC and the Gladstone Institutes, and is affiliated with the UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences. The department is constructed of 14 administrative divisions with 11 clinical specialties. The department has over 230 faculty and academic employees, 290 staff positions, and 170 trainees including: residents, clinical fellows and postdoctoral scholars.  

The Department has an annual operating budget in excess of $120M and has been the #1 recipient of NIH funding across all U.S. Departments of Neurology for the past 6 consecutive years, in addition to being the #1 recipient of philanthropic dollars across all departments at UCSF. 

Our department’s mission includes delivering the most exceptional clinical care to our patients, leading transformative cutting-edge research, and training the leaders of tomorrow in both neurology and neuroscience. Our department’s faculty, trainees, and staff work at a university and in a community that values and embraces diversity and strives to make an impact worldwide through our global and public health efforts. 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• 5 years of experience in the related fields.
• Proven modeling and information design skills.
• Conduct psychometric analyses in support of a testing program
• Understanding of concepts central to psychometrics: classical test theory, equating, and item response theory
• Experience using open-source statistical analysis software (e.g. R) and version control (e.g. GitHub).
• Advanced analytical and design skills, including the ability to abstract information requirements from real-world processes to understand information flows in computer systems.
• Advanced knowledge of data management systems, practices and standards.
• Ability to analyze and research applied measurement problems, and, to propose solutions to those problems
• Ability to represent relevant information in abstract models. Critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare complex data models unassisted.
• Familiarity with highly complex logical data design and data mapping or data conversion.
• Demonstrated ability to work with others from diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated service orientation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
• Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated advanced problem-solving skills. Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines.
• Good presentation, organizational, problem-solving, communication and customer service skills with attention to details and deadlines.
• Ability to work cooperatively with cross - functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate (or near completion) in educational measurement, psychometrics, industrial/organizational psychology, or a closely related field.
• Ability to understand and model complex knowledge-intensive processes such as scholarly and research processes.
• Experience in data integration and the specification of data services.
• Good negotiation and influencing skills.
• Familiarity with highly complex data quality and governance issues and requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant rules and regulations.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

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Job Code and Payroll Title

000599 DATA SYS ANL 4

Job Category

Clinical Systems / IT Professionals, Professional and Managerial

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday; 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM