Specialist, Research Data

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Worcester, MASSACHUSETTS

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under the direction of the Principle Investigator or designee, the Research Data Specialist collaborates in the implementation of the data management procedures and organizational activities. This position coordinates the information retrieved from databases and performs in-depth analyses in order to track programs and projects within the group.



 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Control research databases and uphold confidentiality.
  • Collaborate in the design and implementation of data management and quality control procedures.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of project and program data as assigned.
  • Analyze data and assist in resolving discrepancies and deviations internally.
  • Orchestrate quality reviews of all data submissions.
  • Coordinate spreadsheets, databases and/or systems to track projects and programs.
  • Collaborate in the drafting, implementation, and presentation of assigned projects and reports.
  • Support management projects.
  • Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement Programs.
  • Cooperate in the planning, reviewing, and organization of group activities.
  • Perform other duties as required.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, quantitative science, a related degree, or equivalent experience
  • 1 year of experience in a business field
  • Knowledge of report preparation and database management
  • Demonstrated experience in computer-based skills, including database creation, search engines and Microsoft Office applications
  • Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.


Candidate should have some familiarity with coding language(Python)



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