Data Archivist
University of Chicago
Job ID: 7388709
Position Title: Data Archivist - 085905
Sector: Policy Research Organization
Company Name: Chapin Hall
Field of Interest: Research and Evaluation Methods
Location(s): Chicago, Illinois, 60637, United States
Posted: November 18, 2010
Job Function: Research/Analysis
Entry Level: No
Degree Desired: Master's: MPA, MPP, MPM, etc.
Level of Experience: Mid-Career
APPLY FOR THIS JOB:
Contact Person: Todd Larkin
Email Address: tlarkin@chapinhall.org
Phone: 773-256-5121
Fax: 773-256-5221
Apply URL: http://www.chapinhall.org
Job Description
Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago is seeking an individual to support researchers and data processing staff through establishing efficient data archiving and retrieval processes. The Data Archivist will comprehensively document research data and prototypical analyses, especially those associated with administrative data from human services systems and public agencies. The individual will prepare data for the archive and assist researchers in accessing archive and research data. The Data Archivist will also consult with researchers on archiving data, in order to learn both about the use of the data and provide them with tools for extracting it.
Chapin Hall is an independent policy research center whose mission is to build knowledge that improves policies and programs for children and youth, families, and their communities. For more information about Chapin Hall, please see our website at www.chapinhall.org.
Job Requirements
-Advanced degree in the social sciences, public policy, sociology or other relevant field required.
-Minimum of two years experience with data archiving and retrieval preferred.
-Experience working in a Unix environment and using SAS, SPSS and STATA program languages preferred.
-Knowledge of database management software with a basic understanding of relational database design and theory required.
-Knowledge of statistics required.
-Familiarity with administrative data preferred.
-Knowledge of human services, health, education and/or workforce development systems and policies preferred.
-Problem-solving skills required.
-Strong attention to detail with good organization skills required.
-Strong oral and written communication skills, including technical writing skills, required.
-Demonstrated capacity for working in a collaborative research environment required.
-Ability to work independently required.
How to apply:
If you are interested in this position, please apply online at: http://jobs.uchicago.edu
Search for this position using requisition number 085905. Applications accepted online only.
APPLY FOR THIS JOB
Contact Person: Todd Larkin
Email Address: tlarkin@chapinhall.org
Phone: 773-256-5121
Fax: 773-256-5221
Apply URL: http://www.chapinhall.org
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