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The UCLA Latino Policy & Politics Institute (LPPI) advances evidence-based policy solutions addressing critical issues impacting Latino and other underserved communities through research, advocacy, and leadership development.

Position Summary

Join UCLA LPPI To Support High-impact, Data-driven Research Advancing Policy Solutions For Latino Communities. Work On Meaningful Projects, Collaborate With Diverse Stakeholders, And Contribute To Public-facing Research That Informs Policy And Practice. Also

- As a full-time UCLA employee, this position includes a comprehensive UC benefits package and additional employee perks.

- All research positions at LPPI begin at the Research Analyst level, with opportunities for growth following completion of the probationary period and annual review.

- This position is hybrid and requires occasional in-person meetings. Candidates should be based in Southern California. Travel may also be required for conferences or research activities.

- Computer and remote work equipment will be provided upon hire and completion of the ergonomic assessment.

- Candidates selected to move forward in the process will be asked to provide a writing sample.

Salary & Compensation

- UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

**Qualifications**

- Ability to maintain cooperative relationships and ongoing communications with people of diverse social, educational, and cultural backgrounds to advance organizational goals. (Required)

- Working knowledge of social science and/or policy research, including technical knowledge, excellent verbal/writing skills, and the ability to communicate complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences. (Required)

- Ability to support the production of several publications and various communications projects from the first draft to their final versions, including design, methodology, data collection, analysis, peer review, and publication. (Required)

- Highly organized with strong skills in using project management tools to compile information in the most efficient and informative, manage project tasks, and track progress and information. (Required)

- Ability to both take direction and work independently with minimal direction, making independent decisions, establishing priorities, and following through on assignments.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment (Required)

- Demonstrated proficiency in statistical analysis, writing, reporting and copy editing. This includes the ability to write concise, logical, grammatically correct documents and materials for academic and public consumption. (Required)

- Demonstrated proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R, STATA, SAS, Python, or similar). (Required)

- Proficiency in data management, including acquiring, cleaning, merging, and analyzing large datasets. (Required)

- Demonstrated ability to conceptualize communications in a strategic way to promote organizational goals. (Required)

- Experience handling confidential/sensitive data. (Required)

- Working knowledge and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite. (Preferred)

- Working knowledge of social media platforms and other digital dissemination tools. (Preferred)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

- Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or equivalent experience/training. (Required)

-  Master’s degree in social science, public policy, public health, economics, or related field preferred (Preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

- Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

- Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

- Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

- COVID and Flu Vaccinations: The position is subject to providing evidence of inoculation.

Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Union/Policy Covered

RP-Research and Public Service PR

Complete Position Description

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Research Data Analyst 2

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University of Southern California

The USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Southern California (USC Norris) was founded in 1971 and has been continuously funded as an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center since 1973. USC Norris has a rich tradition of collaborative research and serves as a major regional and national resource for cancer research, prevention, treatment and education.

The Biostatistics Core at the USC Norris has an opening for a biostatistician to support clinical and laboratory research efforts at the Cancer Center. We are seeking a Biostatistician I to support a wide range of cancer research projects spanning basic, translational, and population sciences. Candidates should have solid training in biostatistics, statistics, data science, or a related quantitative field. Experience with clinical trial data analysis is preferred; exposure to bioinformatics or high-dimensional data is a plus. The ideal candidate is a fast and enthusiastic learner who can adapt to rapidly evolving data types and analytical methods. This role requires strong teamwork, a service-oriented mindset, and excellent communication skills (written and verbal). A positive attitude and strong work ethic are essential in our collaborative core environment.

The biostatistician will work together with faculty statistician to provide statistical support to Cancer Center researchers. This individual will contribute to the design and planning of research studies and experiments. This will involve evaluating, recommending, and implementing procedures for data acquisition, management, and quality control; evaluating and recommending statistical methods for data analysis; monitoring study progress and interpreting the results of analysis; and preparing technical reports and papers on study plans, progress, and results of research activities. In addition, this biostatistician should have strong expertise in the high dimensional data analysis area.

**Essential Job Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To**

- Assist Core faculty in grant and protocol development, including sample size and power calculations, endpoint definition, and specification of planned statistical methods.

- Support clinical trial work by contributing to protocol development, statistical analysis plans, interim and final analyses, and preparation of tables/figures for trial reports and publications.

- Perform data management and statistical analysis (e.g., in R, SAS, or Python), including data cleaning, creation of analysis datasets, and quality checks for a variety of cancer-related data types.

- Conduct descriptive and inferential analyses, fit appropriate statistical models, and help interpret results in a clinically and biologically meaningful way.

- Prepare clear tables, figures, and concise summaries of methods and results for abstracts, manuscripts, presentations, and internal reports.

- Provide ongoing statistical consultation and support to a wide range of investigators, contributing to effective communication, good research practices, and a collaborative core environment.

**Required Qualifications**

- Candidates should have solid training in biostatistics, statistics, data science, or a related quantitative field

**Preferred Qualifications**

- A positive attitude and strong work ethic are essential in our collaborative core environment.

- Experience in a complex medical or academic development setting encouraged.

- Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.

- Comfortable interfacing with highest level of university leadership and university supporters/volunteers.

- Demonstrated affinity for diplomacy and the ability to cultivate and maintain relationships at all levels.

- Practices a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.

- Ability to multi-task effectively and demonstrate strong organizational skills.

- Sound judgment and decision making

- A cooperative and team-oriented attitude

- Effective facilitator in various settings

Follows established USC and department policies, procedures, objectives, performance improvement, attendance, safety, environmental, and infection control guidelines, including adherence to the workplace Code of Conduct and Compliance Plan.

This position is hybrid and employee must report to work at the USC Health Science Campus in Los Angeles, CA when scheduled. Work hours and on-site days may be subject to change depending on business needs.

The annual base salary range for this position is $85,894 - $90,000. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Minimum Education: Master's degree, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 1 year, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience Minimum Field of Expertise: Experience in Biostatistics , Statistics or related field . Experience with SAS, R or STATA.

**Job ID ** REQ20174372 **Posted Date ** 05/04/2026

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