Details
Posted: 28-Mar-24
Location: USA - MA - Boston
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Categories:
Information Technology
Staff/Administrative
Internal Number: 65431BR
Position Description
We are seeking a Programmer/Data Scientist to join our dynamic team. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:- Assist with developing and deploying data cleaning, data processing pipelines, data management, variable creation, and variable naming protocols of projects involving electronic health records, administrative claims data, environmental exposure data, and other complex databases using GitHub
- Maintain databases using R, Python, and SQL in collaboration with members of the research team
- Create and link customized databases and analytic datasets in UNIX environments
- Assist in the development, maintenance, and documentation of software in R (including R functions), Python, and SQL
- Function as a resource for the Senior Programmer, to help debug programs and to access correct data
- Work on HPC computing clusters and work with cluster computing IT to troubleshoot any issues in collaboration with the Senior Programmer and other team members
- Perform other duties as assigned
PLEASE NOTE: This position has a term end date of one year from date of hire, with the possibility of extension.
PLEASE NOTE: Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit work samples (sample code) and/or complete a coding assessment.
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum of two years' post-secondary education or relevant work experience
Additional Qualifications and Skills
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS continued:- 2+ years post-secondary experience required, or combination of education and/or relevant work experience
- Professional working experience with R, Python, SQL, GitHub, and/or related software required
The following job-specific skills and competencies are preferred:
- Knowledge of information technology applications, processes, software and equipment
- Demonstrated team performance skills, service mindset approach, and the ability to act as a trusted advisor
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Informatics, or other health data related field preferred
- Knowledge of maintenance and support of IT infrastructure systems within a HPC cluster environment
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as efficiency and time management skills
- Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience collaborating with all levels of research team; demonstrated team performance skills
- Service oriented mindset and approach
The following cultural competencies are also preferred:
- Awareness of and aptitude to appropriately and effectively understand, respect, and adapt to cultural and identity-based difference within group environments
- Knowledge of and commitment to concepts and issues tied to social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Skills related to creating and supporting an environment that allows for inclusion, effective intercultural engagement, and personal humility and authenticity
- Experience fostering and reinforcing an environment that values unique experiences, cultures, backgrounds, and goals
Certificates and Licenses
- Completion of Harvard IT Academy specified foundational courses (or external equivalent) preferred
Working Conditions
- Work is performed in an office setting
Additional Information
Join the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health to support our mission of health research and education, and to be a part of the oldest institution of higher learning in the country!----------
- The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health does not provide visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for staff positions.
- Harvard University requires pre-employment reference checks and background screenings.
- This position has a 90 day orientation and review period. The O&R period will be waived for any internal Harvard employee transfers.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
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