Research Data Analyst 2

RSCH DATA ANL 2 (006256)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_940532

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

10/29/2025 12:31:21 PM

Date Last Edited:

10/29/2025 12:31:18 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1180O

Organization:

LUSKIN SCHOOL OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Division Code:

1181D

Division:

SCHOOL OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Department:

035000 - SOCIAL WELFARE

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_940532

Position Description ID

246228

UC Payroll Title:

RSCH DATA ANL 2 (006256)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 21

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

1 - Staff: Contract

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

0.2

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40350934

Reports to Payroll Title:

ASST PROF-AY

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40066971

Department Head Payroll Title:

DEPARTMENT CHAIR

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Research Data Analyst 2 will conduct research activities that include, but are not limited to, designing and implementing data collection protocols, cleaning and managing datasets to ensure accuracy and completeness, and conducting both descriptive and advanced statistical analyses. The Research Data Analyst 2 will contribute to grant development, including conceptual framing, writing, and preparing budgets, as well as disseminating findings through conference presentations, research briefs, and the preparation of manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals. In addition, they may have opportunities to support conceptual model development, stakeholder engagement, and collaboration with interdisciplinary research teams, helping to translate data into actionable insights and policy-relevant recommendations.

Established in 1947, UCLA’s Department of Social Welfare is committed to enhancing human well-being and promoting social and economic justice for disadvantaged populations. Among UCLA Luskin’s departments, Social Welfare is the oldest and largest in terms of both student enrollment and number of faculty. As professionals and scholars at a great public research university, the faculty has a responsibility to train the next generation of practitioners and leaders for the social work profession and to advance the knowledge base for social work policy and practice in California and around the world.

Data

management,

Research, and

Analysis

• Enter, clean, and manage data.

 • Perform statistical analyses (descriptive, inferential, multivariate) using STATA, SPSS, and/or R, interpret the results, and draw meaningful conclusions based on research questions.

 • Prepare graphs, tables, and other displays of the results of research and analysis.

 • Assist with the preparation of manuscripts and presentations, including gathering references, copyediting, and confirming internal consistency.

 • Research and summarize academic and applied research.

 • Support qualitative research, including surveys, interviews, and focus groups.

 • Quantitative and qualitative data analysis using statistical software, database management, use of data sets.

 • Develop documentation for data analysis

70%

General Management

• Manages the timely and quality editing of work product.

• Supports the production of reports, affiliated faculty policy briefs, and other

publications following appropriate guidelines and research procedures.

10%

Writing

. Write up findings.

•Describe and assess key academic and grey literatures relevant to the research

questions.

20%

•

Performs other duties as assigned.

•

Complies with all policies and standards.

•

Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

•

This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

in public health, psychology, sociology, public policy or other  relevant social/mathematical science field.

Required

Master's Degree

in public health, psychology, sociology, public policy or other  relevant social/mathematical science field.

Preferred

Applicant must have at minimum 3 years of relevant research experience; experience gained in

school counts toward this requirement.

Required

Mastery of data analysis and data visualization in R or Stata.

Required

Ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and written.

Required

Ability to work independently and as part of a team and follow through on tasks with minimal direction.

Required

Ability to work discreetly with sensitive and confidential data.

Required

Strong initiative and a resourceful approach to problem-solving.

Required

Attention to detail and strong time management skills.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF 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.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Public Affairs Building

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.