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Job type full-time
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Data analyst/clinical data manager
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The center for obsessive compulsive disorder and related disorders (cord) is seeking a full-time data manager for a psychology/psychiatry research program at massachusetts general hospitalOur group investigates the causes, consequences, and treatments of oc spectrum disorders in adults and childrenOur treatment studies include both in-person and mobile health interventionsThis position joins the data and informatics team and will report to cord`s biostatisticianIn this position, the successful candidate will work with researchers across multiple studies and will be responsible for data management, data processing, and data science initiatives.
The successful applicant will perform the following duties:
Be responsible for the development and maintenance of in-house databases in redcap that adhere to study protocols.
Maintain and improve automated and manual data monitoring systems to ensure a high level of quality, including programming logical edit checks to flag missing and discrepant data.
Program accrual, safety, and compliance summary reports for the dsmb, nimh, and external data monitoring teams.
Supervise research assistants on building data collection forms, entering data, cleaning data, and documenting data issues in redcap.
Prepare and maintain operations manuals for data systems as a reference for all users.
Engage in training and education on how to utilize lab resources.
Work with pis and other stakeholders to develop and implement data management tools.
Other duties as assigned
The position offers opportunities to participate in publications and to be part of a fast-paced research environment at the intersection of clinical research and the rapidly developing field of mobile health technologies.
Skills/ abilities/ competencies required:
High-level competency with data wrangling.
Strong competency with programming languages (e.g., sas, r, stata)
Experience using electronic data capture systems (preferably redcap)
Experience monitoring and improving quality of data collection and entry
Knowledge of basic statistical methods
Ability to explain technical concepts to varying levels of research staff
Ability to work and learn independently set priorities, and supervise others
Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience in collaborative teamwork and team management in a remote work setting preferred.
Bachelors or master’s degree and 0-2 years’ experience in computer science, quantitative psychology, statistics, or related field with a strong quantitative background and programming emphasis preferred, but talented applicants of all levels are encouraged to apply.
Experience working in data management related to clinical research, academic research, or similar environment preferred.
Eeo statement
Massachusetts general hospital is an equal opportunity employerBy embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to leadApplications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.
Primary location ma-boston-mgh 185 cambridge work locations mgh 185 cambridge 185 cambridge street boston 02144 job professional/managerial organization massachusetts general hospital(mgh) schedule full-time standard hours 40 shift day job employee status regular recruiting department mgh psychiatry job posting sep 24, 2021
