What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Analyst - Department of Medicine position at West Virginia University?
The Department of Medicine at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Research Analyst.
About The Opportunity
This position advances research in the Section of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine as the point of contact for all faculty and fellows to obtain assistance with investigator-initiated research. This position assists with research projects, helps to gather and analyze data. The position works in electronic medical record systems, and RedCap to obtain data for research. This position supports the Chief of PCCSM to promote research in the section and help coordinate research initiatives, including publication of such research.
Benefits
We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
Will facilitate and expedite project completion primarily for faculty and fellows. This includes coordination and assistance with IRB protocols, abstracts, case reports, chart reviews, surveys, posters, review articles, quality improvement and research. The incumbent will manage projects, meet regularly with residents and others developing projects, coordinate the longitudinal resident QI/Research curriculum and serve on the planning team to improve the research curriculum. Duties will also include managing data and protocol-specific tools to aid in study documentation and completion. This position reports to the Department of Medicine Manager.
Candidates should be familiar with the research process and should be able to use statistical software programs such as JMP, SPSS, or R. Familiarity with the statistics utilized in human medical studies and quality improvement and the ability to query large databases through programming languages such as SQL are a plus.
West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.
Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.
Job Posting
Oct 2, 2026
Posting Classification
Non-Classified
Exemption Status
Exempt
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full-time
About The Opportunity
This position advances research in the Section of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine as the point of contact for all faculty and fellows to obtain assistance with investigator-initiated research. This position assists with research projects, helps to gather and analyze data. The position works in electronic medical record systems, and RedCap to obtain data for research. This position supports the Chief of PCCSM to promote research in the section and help coordinate research initiatives, including publication of such research.
Benefits
We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
- 37.5-hour work week
- 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
- 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
- 18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
- WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
- 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
- Wellness programs
Will facilitate and expedite project completion primarily for faculty and fellows. This includes coordination and assistance with IRB protocols, abstracts, case reports, chart reviews, surveys, posters, review articles, quality improvement and research. The incumbent will manage projects, meet regularly with residents and others developing projects, coordinate the longitudinal resident QI/Research curriculum and serve on the planning team to improve the research curriculum. Duties will also include managing data and protocol-specific tools to aid in study documentation and completion. This position reports to the Department of Medicine Manager.
Candidates should be familiar with the research process and should be able to use statistical software programs such as JMP, SPSS, or R. Familiarity with the statistics utilized in human medical studies and quality improvement and the ability to query large databases through programming languages such as SQL are a plus.
- Master's degree in a STEM or healthcare-related field.
- A minimum of 0-6 months of experience in the following:
- Experience in project management, research analysis, study design or equivalent field of study required
- Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
- All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and a statistics package such as JMP, SPSS, R, or SAS
- Experience in clinical departments preferred
West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.
Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.
Job Posting
Oct 2, 2026
Posting Classification
Non-Classified
Exemption Status
Exempt
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full-time