Summary

Provides comprehensive statistical, methodological, and research support to clinical and administrative researchers across Valley Hospital, assisting with study design, data acquisition, analysis planning, and dissemination of findings. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to acquire, manage, extract, validate, and analyze data from internal and external sources, including electronic medical records, clinical registries, administrative databases, and research datasets. Performs a broad range of biostatistical analyses and develops reports, dashboards, and research outputs that support evidence-based decision-making, quality improvement initiatives, and scholarly publications. Supports data quality, research infrastructure, and process improvement efforts through the development of data collection systems, reporting methodologies, and operational metrics while ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality of all information.

Job description

Position Summary

Provides comprehensive statistical, methodological, and research support to clinical and administrative researchers across Valley Hospital, assisting with study design, data acquisition, analysis planning, and dissemination of findings. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to acquire, manage, extract, validate, and analyze data from internal and external sources, including electronic medical records, clinical registries, administrative databases, and research datasets. Performs a broad range of biostatistical analyses and develops reports, dashboards, and research outputs that support evidence-based decision-making, quality improvement initiatives, and scholarly publications. Supports data quality, research infrastructure, and process improvement efforts through the development of data collection systems, reporting methodologies, and operational metrics while ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality of all information.

Education

Master's degree in statistics or biostatistics required.

Experience

Managing databases and datasets for human subjects research studies.
Familiarity with medical terminology, medical record review, chart abstraction, and data extraction.
Translational science research.
Industry-standard clinical trial database systems.
Data entry, database management, and data quality assurance.
Developing, maintaining, and managing databases and datasets, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Conducting qualitative research.
Working with direct human subjects research.
Generating descriptive statistics for abstracts, presentations, grant applications, manuscripts, policy briefs, and white papers.
Extracting and generating data from multiple secondary data sources, including scanned and portable document format (PDF) files.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Customer-focused with a strong commitment to teamwork and collaboration. Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook or equivalent email systems, Microsoft Excel or other spreadsheet software, word processing applications, and statistical software such as SAS, R, or Stata.
Strong background in relational database design, development, testing, and deployment using REDCap and other clinical database management systems.
Strong decision-making, task-prioritization, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to integrate electronic health record (EHR) data into REDCap and other clinical database systems.
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to thoroughly document processes, procedures, and workflows.
Ability to complete required job-specific training and certifications, including Institutional Review Board (IRB) modules and other relevant certifications.

Requirements

Master's degree in statistics or biostatistics required.
Managing databases and datasets for human subjects research studies.
Familiarity with medical terminology, medical record review, chart abstraction, and data extraction.
Translational science research.
Industry-standard clinical trial database systems.
Data entry, database management, and data quality assurance.
Developing, maintaining, and managing databases and datasets, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Conducting qualitative research.
Working with direct human subjects research.
Generating descriptive statistics for abstracts, presentations, grant applications, manuscripts, policy briefs, and white papers.
Extracting and generating data from multiple secondary data sources, including scanned and portable document format (PDF) files.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Customer-focused with a strong commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook or equivalent email systems, Microsoft Excel or other spreadsheet software, word processing applications, and statistical software such as SAS, R, or Stata.
Strong background in relational database design, development, testing, and deployment using REDCap and other clinical database management systems.
Strong decision-making, task-prioritization, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to integrate electronic health record (EHR) data into REDCap and other clinical database systems.
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to thoroughly document processes, procedures, and workflows.
Ability to complete required job-specific training and certifications, including Institutional Review Board (IRB) modules and other relevant certifications.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision
Group Term Life & AD&D
Flexible Spending Accounts
Commuter Benefit Plans
Short-term & Long-term Disability
Whole Life Insurance
Legal Support
6 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Wellness Time Off
Extended Illness
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Fitness Center Discount
Day Care Discounts

Company overview

The Valley Health System is an integrated healthcare network serving Las Vegas and Southern Nevada, operating as a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). Established in 1979, the system has grown to become the largest provider of healthcare services in Southern Nevada, serving over two million residents across the region. The network comprises six acute care hospitals, two specialty hospitals, seven freestanding emergency departments, and numerous outpatient facilities and physician practices. Key hospitals include Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Valley Hospital Medical Center, and West Henderson Hospital. The system offers comprehensive medical services including emergency care, cardiovascular services, neurosciences, maternity and women's health, orthopedics, oncology, behavioral health, and specialized programs in stroke and heart attack care. All Valley Health System hospitals are accredited by The Joint Commission and consistently earn national recognition for quality care, with certifications from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. The organization employs over 9,000 healthcare professionals dedicated to providing patient-centered care while also serving as a teaching institution with graduate medical education programs and clinical training opportunities for future healthcare providers.