Expertise in data management and statistical analysis, demonstrated through experience managing online surveys and coordinating project completion. Developed methodologies for qualitative and quantitative data collection, providing technical advice on software applications related to data management. Analyzed large datasets using programming languages such as SAS and SQL, identifying trends and opportunities for automation that improved accuracy and efficiency. Generated comprehensive reports and visualizations to communicate findings effectively to stakeholders, ensuring clarity for non-technical audiences.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Data Specialist II
CA Department of Healthcare Services
Sacramento, CA
02.2022 - Current
Tested online surveys using platforms such Survey Monkey.
Coordinated with other team members to ensure successful completion of projects within established timelines.
Assisted in the development of new methodologies for collecting qualitative and quantitative data.
Provided technical advice on the use of MISDSS Business Objects and SAS programming languages to newer staff
Performed statistical analysis on identify trends or patterns in the results.
Analyzed large datasets using advanced programming languages such as SAS and SQL
Identified automation of provider and enrollee totals that reduce manual processing time while ensuring accuracy
Prepared adhoc reports, public records access requests monthly quarterly and annual reports for external and internal stakeholders
Transformed the concept of wrap payments into meaningful data visualizations that can be used by non-technical audiences.
Generated Jira summarizing project progress, outcomes, and recommendations for improvement.
Developed and implemented data collection procedures to ensure accurate and reliable information.
Moderated and helped launch monthly 274 behavioral health webinar series for external and internal stakeholders.
Recommended query design to satisfy dental managed care provider linkage business requirement
Cleaned and manipulated SAS data sets exported to Excel workbooks
Research Data Specialist I
CA Department of Healthcare Services
Sacramento
03.2021 - 02.2022
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Developed polished visualizations to share results of data analyses.
Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Ran statistical analyses within software to process large datasets.
Analyzed large datasets to identify trends and patterns in customer behaviors.
Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Compiled, cleaned and manipulated data for proper handling.
Research Data Specialist I
CA Department of Healthcare Services
Sacramento
05.2013 - 02.2021
Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Compiled, cleaned and manipulated data for proper handling.
Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
Developed polished visualizations to share results of data analyses.
Ran statistical analyses within software to process large datasets.
Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Research Data Analyst II
Employment Development Department
Sacramento
06.2012 - 05.2013
Communicated with project managers to illustrate research projects needs.
Managed respondent outreach to confirm participation via phone and email contact.
Analyzed large datasets to identify trends and patterns in customer behaviors.
Developed polished visualizations to share results of data analyses.
Compiled, cleaned and manipulated data for proper handling.
Ran statistical analyses within software to process large datasets.
Research Data Analyst I
Employment Development Department
Sacramento
02.2008 - 05.2012
Communicated with project managers to illustrate research projects needs.
Managed respondent outreach to confirm participation via phone and email contact.
Ran statistical analyses within software to process large datasets.
Compiled, cleaned and manipulated data for proper handling.
Implemented randomized sampling techniques for optimized surveys.
Modeled predictions with feature selection algorithms.
Research Data Analyst I
Board Of Equalization
Sacramento
06.2007 - 02.2012
Adhered to appropriate privacy legislation involving participants' personal information.
Participated in project status update meetings, keeping stakeholders apprised of ongoing data collection efforts and preliminary results.
Communicated directly with study participants to clarify participation requirements and troubleshoot difficulties complying with study parameters.
Ran statistical analyses within software to process large datasets.
Improved data collection methods by designing surveys, polls and other instruments.
Developed polished visualizations to share results of data analyses.
Compiled, cleaned and manipulated data for proper handling.
Research Assistant
UC Davis
Davis
06.2006 - 08.2006
Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
Kept abreast of current industry, scientific and regulatory developments and issues.
Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Stanford University
Palo Alto, CA
09-2004
Skills
Data management
Statistical analysis
Data visualization
Quantitative research
Technical communication
Research design
Data integration
SAS programming
Affiliations
Hobbies: Chess, Sewing, Crochet
Fremont Presbyterian Church Sanctuary Choir Member
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