Overview
The Senior Data Programmer Analyst under the Associate Director, Data Analysis and Management, will be key to the completion of outcomes and translational research studies and within the breast oncology center (BOC) and its cohorts and translational program. This position works closely with investigators, directors, program and project managers, clinical research coordinators, research data specialists, computational biologists and biostatisticians to maintain the integrity of center’s research databases and generate analytic datasets for specific research studies.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Bachelors of Science or BA in Computer Science or Biostatistics required, or equivalent job experience. 3+ years programming experience or Masters with 0-2 years experience. Experience working in a scientific research setting or comparable technology-oriented business. More complex computer programming skills required (SAS, Access, relational databases, UNIX). Ability to learn new programs as needed (REDCap, R, etc.). Excellent English language reading, writing, and speaking skills required.
Works independently and takes a lead role in developing computerized systems to efficiently build systematic procedural checks and programs to initiate, maintain, clean, and report data. This involves considerable training and expertise requiring at least 2 years of experience or equivalent coursework in statistical programming. Extensive knowledge and experience with research, clinical and program data management procedures preferred.
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
