Data Analyst

The University of Oklahoma•Norman, OK

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Lemon Lab is a sensory neurobiology laboratory that is internationally recognized for research on the neuroscience of taste, thermosensation, and pain-related phenomena. The goal of our research is to contribute to a complete understanding of how sensory information is processed by the nervous system and how sensory neural messages engage emotional reactions and responses. This concept has basic neuroscience and health related implications for advancing understanding of mental health and well-being. We pursue our goal through studies in animal models using neurophysiology, molecular tools, genetics, behavior, computation, and experimental hardware development. The Lab seeks to hire a motivated and independent data analyst to assist with development of machine learning analyses of animal behavior in neuroscience studies and hardware/electronics development related to data acquisition.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, AND : 24 months experience in computing programming and analysis or in related field
Extensive computer programming/analysis experience in python, Matlab, R, or other languages
Experience with machine learning/AI tools for analysis of complex neuroscience data
Familiarity with DeepLabCut
Ability to write code in python and apply machine learning tools to the analysis of imaging data
Fluency with statistics necessary
Ability to analyze existing tools and databases and provide software solution recommendations
Ability to translate business requirements into non-technical, lay terms
High-level experience in methodologies and processes for managing large scale databases
Demonstrated experience in handling large data sets and relational databases
Knowledge of addressing and metadata standards
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information
Able to produce reports and complete work within deadlines
Able to work well with interdepartmental teams and initiatives
Must be able to engage in repetitive motions (manual dexterity)
Ability to sit for short or extended periods of time

Nice To Haves

M.S. degree in data science or computer science preferred
Two years employment or graduate student experience relevant to data analytics in a neuroscience laboratory preferred

Responsibilities

Works with imaging acquisition hardware
Manages and interprets master data, including creation, updates, and deletion
Works with electronics and electronics circuits related to data acquisition
Uses statistical tools, paying particular attention to trends and patterns that could be valuable for diagnostic and predictive analytics efforts
Mines data from primary and secondary sources, reorganizing said data in various formats
Manages users and user roles
Provides quality assurance of imported data
Commissions and decommissions data sets
Processes confidential data and information according to guidelines
Manages and designs the reporting environment, including data sources, security, and metadata
Supports the data warehouse in identifying and revising reporting requirements
Supports initiatives for data integrity and normalization
Assesses tests and implements new or upgraded software, and assists with strategic decisions on new systems
Generates reports and graphs describing data analysis
Troubleshoots the reporting database environment and reports
Evaluates changes and updates to source production systems
Provides technical expertise on data storage structures, data mining, and data cleansing.
Identifies opportunities for process improvements
Creates appropriate documentation of the data analysis process
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position