• Programmer Analyst - #Staff

    Johns Hopkins University (Baltimore, MD)


    We are seeking a **_Programmer Analyst_** to provide research support to the Biostatistics, Epidemiology & Data management (BEAD Core) in the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics.

    Specific Duties & Responsibilities

    + Supporting day to day research and programmatic activities as they relate to database development and database management for research projects and programs.

    + Implementing basic and sometimes complex biostatistical analyses, under the supervision of faculty investigators.

    + Responsible for development, implementation, testing and support of data collection tools and databases, including RedCap and ACASI.

    + Formatting and cleaning databases and datasets as needed, including large scale national and international datasets.

    + Responsible for day to day research and programmatic activities as they relate to database development and database management for research projects and programs.

    + Maintain, manage and update databases-provide programming for projects with continued ongoing support.

    + Manage clinical and other types of data sets and conduct data cleaning and formatting to facilitate data export to all statistics packages.

    + Provide support to faculty investigators in all areas of research projects, including data management and cleaning, basic biostatistical analysis, and complex biostatistical analysis.

    + Produce data visualizations as needed.

    + Communicate findings with study team clearly as project progresses, including adaptation of analytical plans, as needed.

    + Provide clear deliverables to study team, including basic tables and complex analytical results.

    + All duties are as applicable and additional duties as assigned.

    Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    + Must demonstrate strong critical thinking and analytical reasoning skills.

    + Ability to prioritize conflicting demands on multiple project effectively.

    + Ability to execute assigned project tasks within established schedule.

    + Analytical ability required to manage data, perform transformation, perform complex analysis, solve both business and technical problems.

    + Advanced ability to problem-solve creatively and analyze processes and systems.

    + Ability to independently assess and lead others in which data management and statistical strategies are needed to optimally report outcomes.

    + Highly proficient with administrative skills, including advanced use of word processing, database, spreadsheet and desktop publishing software.

    + Ability to analyze highly complex data sets.

    + Data mining/management, data collection instruction, including ability to show data in a user-friendly format for a variety of audiences.

    + High analytical ability to solve complex technical problems.

    + Ability to interact with all levels of staff and adapt to a rapidly changing work environment.

    + Advanced critical thinking skills and ability to apply these skills in various situations.

    + Ability and willingness to mentor colleagues and share experiences to strengthen the team’s success.

    + Awareness of the need for timely communication, ability to identify potential barriers and strategies, and ability to synthesize and integrate information.

    + Expert proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet software, database structures, and the internet.

    + Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

    + Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with faculty investigators as well as other study team members.

    + Excellent written and oral presentation skills.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Bachelor's Degree.

    + One-year related experience.

    + Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Master’s Degree in related discipline (such as public health).

    + Experience with database development, specifically REDCap, ACASI and/or Qualtrics.

    + Familiarity with a statistical analysis program (STATA, SAS or R preferred).

     

    Classified Title: Programmer Analyst

    Role/Level/Range: ATP/03/PC

    Starting Salary Range: $53,800 - $94,400 Annually ($65,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

     

    Employee group: Full Time

     

    Schedule: M-F: 8:30 - 5:00

     

    FLSA Status: Exempt

     

    Department name: SOM Ped Bay Bayview Pediatric Unit

    Personnel area: School of Medicine

    The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range.

     

    Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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