Darden Research Assistant in Healthcare Data Management [Student Wage] (Remote)
University of Virginia
Summary
Dr. Elena Loutskina is looking for a data scientist/data analyst with a genuine interest in healthcare research and analytics.
Job description
The main role is to conduct exploratory data analysis using Virginia's All-Payer Claims Database (APCD). The APCD brings together medical claims, pharmacy claims, and enrollment data from Medicare, Medicaid, and many commercial health plans in Virginia. This dataset provides a valuable resource for studying healthcare use, spending, and coverage across the state.
Primary Responsibilities
- Cleaning and organizing data.
- Conducting exploratory analyses and identifying patterns.
- Preparing tables and visualizations to support research.
Skills and Abilities
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Able to work independently while balancing multiple projects.
- Willing to attack a problem from different angles when the first approach does not work.
- Proficient in Python, SQL, and AI coding tools such as Codex or Claude Code.
Positions are open to students in business, accounting, economics, social sciences, humanities, data science, statistics, mathematics, or other disciplines with strong analytical skills. Preference will be given to students pursuing a graduate degree and who demonstrate an interest in healthcare research.
Position is remote, but student must physically reside in the United States. This position is ONLY open to UVA students.
Requirements
- Current UVA student
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong analytical skills
- Able to work independently while balancing multiple projects
- Proficient in Python, SQL, and AI coding tools such as Codex or Claude Code
- Resume and cover letter required
- Must physically reside in the United States
Company overview
The University of Virginia (UVA) is a prestigious public research university founded in 1819 by Thomas Jefferson. As a leading academic institution, UVA operates a comprehensive health system and medical center that serves as a major healthcare provider for central Virginia. The university's academic medical center includes the UVA Health System, which encompasses a 700-bed hospital, outpatient clinics, and specialized care facilities. UVA is renowned for its medical research programs, particularly in areas such as cancer research, neuroscience, cardiovascular medicine, and infectious diseases. The School of Medicine consistently ranks among the top medical schools in the United States and conducts groundbreaking biomedical research through its various institutes and centers. UVA's research enterprise spans basic science, translational research, and clinical trials, with significant contributions to medical advancements and healthcare innovation. The university's academic programs in health sciences include medicine, nursing, and public health, training the next generation of healthcare professionals while advancing medical knowledge through cutting-edge research initiatives.