Research Data Analyst 3 - Medicine
The University of California, San Diego
About this position
Position Description
Within the Department of Medicine at UCSD, the Center on Gender Equity and Health (GEH) focuses on conducting collaborative, action-oriented research to understand and advance gender equity. GEH is a collective of researchers, policy specialists, and development experts, and our strategy focuses on four areas: equitable social norms and agency; health and reproductive rights; dignity and respect; and economic inclusion and opportunity. Our research is supported by a diverse portfolio of public and private funders, conducted in conjunction with international NGOs, and includes engagement with local and national governments. Under general direction, the incumbent – a researcher in the field of public health, social epidemiology, demography, or related field – will perform research and evaluation analyses related to family planning (FP) in low- and middle-income countries across sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Work will include analysis of implementing partner datasets, conducting literature reviews (from exploratory to systematic), and synthesizing results to generate actionable insights for development programming and investments. Work may also include data quality review and assurance, as well as the analysis of program evaluation data. Incumbent will contribute to strengthening the consistency and quality of metrics and data used to monitor and evaluate both large and small-scale family planning programs, including:-Reviewing implementing partner family planning data monitoring plans and making recommendations on how to integrate priority indicators and improve reporting against a common set of metrics.-Providing technical assistance to partners on measurement approaches, indicator definitions, data quality, and use of routine service delivery data.-Contributing to cross-partner or cross-country synthesis of findings, including identification of trends, lessons learned, and opportunities for adaptation.-Liaising with data collection partners to review and ensure quality of quantitative and qualitative program evaluation data. The role requires technical understanding of routine service delivery data including DHIS2 and other family planning program data in low- and middle-income country settings, knowledge of FP indicators and experience applying them in both monitoring and evaluation contexts, and experience providing technical assistance and support to implementing partners on monitoring, reporting, and data quality. Incumbent will have experience working in fast-paced, collaborative team environments and the ability to produce products with rapid timelines. Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced research professional with a full understanding of in-depth statistical analyses and / or research software programming techniques. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
Qualifications
Seven years of related experience, education/training, OR an Bachelor’s degree in related area plus three years of related experience/training. Knowledge of family planning indicators and experience applying them in monitoring and evaluation. Knowledge of routine service delivery data and other family planning program data in low- and middle-income country settings. Thorough skills in analysis and consultation. Thorough knowledge of research function. Thorough skills associated with statistical analysis and systems programming. Skills to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing. Skills in project management. Research skills at a level to evaluate alternate solutions and develop recommendations.