Analyst, Data
University of Massachusetts Medical School

Overview

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

 

Under the general supervision of the Director of Program Operations and Systems, the Data Analyst will conduct data analyses and develop/ produce all related reports.  This position will provide information to leadership regarding state-of-the-art data management systems and opportunities to enhance analyses, system integration and related databases.

Responsibilities

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and develop data collection instruments, databases and procedure manuals based on thorough knowledge of data files, related databases, and systems integration.
• Design and implement data management and quality control procedures, including writing technical requirements and documentation of data sets.
• Participate in project meetings related to data analysis and management.
• Produce and report data analysis reports. May be required to provide tabular and graphic summaries of analyses in a form suitable for inclusion in manuscripts for publication in peer reviewed scientific journals as well as for presentation at scientific meetings.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of project data, performing computations with a high degree of independence.
• Ensure accuracy of reports by data review and resolving discrepancies internally for assigned reports.
• Provide interpretation of data to senior management.
• Provide periodic reports to management regarding status of assigned projects and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
• Schedule, plan, coordinate, and review project activities related to data.
• Review and monitor compliance with the federal and state regulations.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a business, health sciences, or a related field or equivalent
• 4 years of related experience
• Demonstrated experience/skills in appropriate computer, statistical or database applications
• Demonstrated ability to research issues and resources; basic record-keeping and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to write reports, journal articles and/ or other technical documents
• Excellent communication, both oral and written
• Interpersonal skills necessary to interact successfully with a wide range of individuals

---