Senior Data Analyst - Emory University

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Description:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports the acquisition, management and analysis of data from multiple sites or sources.
• Supports the configuration and management of technology solutions supporting the receipt, transformation, validation and storage of data.
• Ensures that the uses of data through reports and queries are appropriate.
• Serves as an organizational consultant on matters relating to databases by providing expertise to assist users in meeting their needs.
• Develops automated quality control procedures to assess quality of data and provides reports to data owners.
• Works effectively within a group setting in areas of design of data collection instruments, database management, analysis of data, and creation of reports and dashboards.
• Develops and performs appropriate analyses.
• Provides explanations of analysis methods, assumptions made, and assists in interpretation of results and implications therein.
• Documents methods and results through development and maintenance of standard documentation artifacts including data dictionaries, standard operating procedures and analysis methodology descriptions.
• Works with onsite or field-based counterparts to coordinate consistent implementation of data quality control measures and provision of access to the central data repositories.
• Performs related responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, and three years of experience in processes and standards related to data, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Experience with relational database management systems such as, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL preferred.
• Experience with statistical packages such as, SAS, SPSS, R preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Master's degree in Public Health, Informatics, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or a related discipline. 
• Familiar with collecting and interpreting data in EPIC/ PowerChart/REDCap
• Comfortable with compiling data in Excel from multiple spreadsheets. Able to graph data in Excel and other systems. 
• Some knowledge of R, SAS, Python and SQL scripts is a plus.
• Familiar with reading pathology reports
• Previous Healthcare knowledge
• Able to provide statistical analysis, programming, data interpretation and visualization support for various cancer investigators

Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture:

Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.

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