Health Data Manager/Analyst

Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Position Title Health Data Manager/Analyst Classification Title Data Manager / Statistician Department Epidemiology and Environmental Health Posting Number R250128 Posting Link Employer Research Foundation Position Type RF Professional Job Type Full-Time Appointment Term Salary Grade E.79 Posting Detail Information Position Summary The Health Data Manager/Analyst provides data management, analytic and research support as part of a statistical expert team within the School of Public Health and Health Professions. In this role, this self-directed professional will interface with faculty from various UB Departments, data vendors and data compliance professionals and provide support in secure and compliant data acquisition and storage and data retrieval for study design and analysis planning. In addition to superb analytic skills, statistical expertise and being a team player, the successful candidate must have an interest in healthcare analytics, quality reporting and payment models. Examples of the work to be performed include, but are not limited to: • Maintain knowledge about administrative and billing data available for researchers at UB. • Assist researchers in identifying datasets and variables to develop their proposals. • Retrieve data as per approved proposal coordinating between PIs and data providers. • Conduct appropriate data cleaning and variable building tasks as per PIs requirements. • Provide statistical support to research teams. • Follow regulations of ethics boards, IRB, and data use agreements and compliance with data privacy regulations and policies, such as HIPAA, in data retrieval and maintenance and monitor data quality, integrity and accuracy. • Monitors data completeness, accuracy, and integrity and query discrepancies. • Extract, analyze (summary statistics, data quality checks, status of data queries) and report on data quality and compliance. Learn more: • Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life. • Being a part of the University at Buffalo community. As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in data science, biostatistics, statistics, econometrics, population health, public health, health services research, epidemiology, or related discipline • Proficiency in quantitative research methods and relevant analytic software, including SQL (in Oracle, SAS and other platforms), SAS, R, STATA, Access, Excel, REDCap and others. • Ability to manage several projects concurrently, prioritize tasks and carry out tasks with minimal supervision • Ability to perform well while working independently or as a team member. Preferred Qualifications • Master's or other advanced degree in the above disciplines. • At least 1-2 years' experience working with large healthcare databases • Previous experience in working with academic research teams. • Strong understanding of EHR systems (e.g., EPIC), claims and billing data, and health information management principles. • Proficiency and/or awareness in data analysis and reporting tools. • Understanding of the US healthcare systems and familiarity with concepts in medicine and public health. • Exposure to medical terminology, healthcare billing practices and health IT. • Knowledge of relevant regulations and policies, such as HIPAA • Previous experience in preparing or contributing to research manuscripts, proposals and grant applications • Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work with limited direction. Physical Demands Salary Range $60,000 - $85,000 Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate. Work Hours 40 hours per week Campus South Campus Posting Alerts Special Instructions Summary Applications will be considered as they are received. For best consideration, please apply as soon as possible. Is a background check required for this posting? No Background Check Notification Contact Information Contact's Name Rebecca Kranz Contact's Pronouns Contact's Title Division Administrator Contact's Email [email protected] Contact's Phone 716-829-5365 Posting Dates Posted 08/18/2025 Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled Date to be filled References Number of references required 3 Reference Cutoff Date Instructions to Applicant Apply tot his job