Houston Methodist
Data Analyst - BBI Service Core
Houston Methodist, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Effectively work with primary investigators and HMNCC members, with data analysis, study design, data analysis proposals, study form development, grant proposal/protocol development and review.
Develops new ideas that promote current research. Exercises a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgement in planning, organizing, and guiding extensive scientific research programs and activities of outstanding novelty and/or importance.
Ensures timely and accurate completion of research projects.Prepare data sets for analyses, including checking for data anomalies, statistical analyses and provide data summaries including graphical representations, tables, and analysis reports for ongoing studies and study investigator meetings.
Effectively collaborate and communicate with multidisciplinary teams including clinicians, trainees (e.g. residents, fellows), project staff, external collaborators and personnel involved in various projects.
Prepare summaries of methods and interpretations of results for analysis reports, presentations, study manuscripts, monitoring reports, and grant applications.
Respond in a timely manner to various analytic requests from study investigators.
Provide independent consultation for smaller consulting projects as requested.
May participate in writing grant proposals.
May develop protocol for the collection and quality of research data
May coordinate the activity and experimental design between various labs, scientific staff, and collaborators.
Initiates, interprets, organizes, executes, and coordinates research assignments critical to department’s mission.
Ideal applicants will have a Master’s degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, or similar quantitative field required with experience in data analysis, preferably in a healthcare/research setting.
Excellent general written/verbal communication skills.
Proficient in R, Python and MATLAB with experience with Image data is a plus.
Outstanding ability to communicate technical information to both technical and nontechnical audiences; ability to effectively communicate technical concepts both written and verbal.
Excellent skills in using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, relational databases (userfriendly interfaces) are expected.
Demonstrated experience in at least one area of expertise, statistical methodology such as longitudinal, survival analysis, or informatics; statistical computing; biomedical informatics, graphical techniques.
Strong analytic skills including machine learning type analytic skills, correlated data, longitudinal, survival and multivariate data analysis, etc.
Strong ability in critical thinking and problem solving.
Possesses a track record of collaboration on research projects.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Communicates results of queries in database systems and upgrades regarding electronic protocol management system to coworkers, staff and management.
Completes and works directly with physicians, clinical staff and management on customized data queries and other requests for operational and research needs.
Fosters teamwork approach in all interactions with peers and team members. Anticipates needs of other team members; proactively offering assistance. Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for turnover/retention/employee engagement.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides troubleshooting logic in relation to technical support.
Provides and/or supervises gathering, entering and auditing of data in database.
Assists with design and implementation of processes to ensure accurate data collection and input.
Performs statistical analysis interpretation by preparing reports (monthly, quarterly and/or as needed) on productivity, quality activities, trends and other clinical or business metrics relevant to the department.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Conducts routine data processing and implementation of quality control methods.
Develops standard operating procedures. Ensures compliance with all HIPAA/confidentiality regulations.
In conjunction with management, participates in performance improvement program for department.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Conducts, as appropriate, statistical power and sample size determination, inferential hypothesis testing, data mining and knowledge discovery in databases.
Responsible for all aspects of clinical data analyses for multiple studies.
Programs and develops algorithms for numerical methods and develops workflow and data pipelines as needed for project(s).
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Collaborates with Technology regarding software system proposals, purchases, installations, upgrades, enhancements and modifications.
Identifies and assumes responsibility of own learning needs, consults with team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, physics or related field
WORK EXPERIENCE
Three years in data analysis, preferably in a healthcare/research setting
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
N/A
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Strong background in computer programming
Proficiency in Excel, Access and shell scripting strongly and ability to utilize multiple software applications
Familiarity with common imaging tools and database experience and/or experience with neuroinformatic software beneficial
Previous database project management experience preferred
Experience in relational database design
Knowledge of medical practices and terminology strongly preferred
Excellent analytical / statistical skills
Experience with report writers preferred
Excellent communications skills and ability to interact well with medical staff
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
Uniform No
Scrubs No
Business professional Yes
Other (department approved) No
ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
On Call* No
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Academic Institute oversees the Education Institute and Research Institute, including 772 faculty and 56,250 learners. The Academic Institute aligns our research and education initiatives in service to the clinical mission, providing solutions that answer the call for new technologies and skills our clinicians need for patient care.
Houston Methodist Education Institute coordinates our primary academic affiliation with Weill Cornell Medicine and other joint programs, including the Engineering Medicine Program at Texas A&M University Intercollegiate School of Engineering Medicine. The Education Institute also oversees continuing medical education and graduate medical education, and supports more than 1,000 trainees in residence for medical, nursing, allied health and research education programs.
Houston Methodist Research Institute supports research programs and infrastructure that enable faculty across the system to bring new scientific discoveries to patients as rapidly as possible through the full cycle of a cure from conceptual bench research, to prototyping and development, to clinical trials and FDA approval. The Research Institute supports more than 1,387 clinical research protocols and $70.3 million in extramurally funded translational research programs.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
Develops new ideas that promote current research. Exercises a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgement in planning, organizing, and guiding extensive scientific research programs and activities of outstanding novelty and/or importance.
Ensures timely and accurate completion of research projects.Prepare data sets for analyses, including checking for data anomalies, statistical analyses and provide data summaries including graphical representations, tables, and analysis reports for ongoing studies and study investigator meetings.
Effectively collaborate and communicate with multidisciplinary teams including clinicians, trainees (e.g. residents, fellows), project staff, external collaborators and personnel involved in various projects.
Prepare summaries of methods and interpretations of results for analysis reports, presentations, study manuscripts, monitoring reports, and grant applications.
Respond in a timely manner to various analytic requests from study investigators.
Provide independent consultation for smaller consulting projects as requested.
May participate in writing grant proposals.
May develop protocol for the collection and quality of research data
May coordinate the activity and experimental design between various labs, scientific staff, and collaborators.
Initiates, interprets, organizes, executes, and coordinates research assignments critical to department’s mission.
Ideal applicants will have a Master’s degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, or similar quantitative field required with experience in data analysis, preferably in a healthcare/research setting.
Excellent general written/verbal communication skills.
Proficient in R, Python and MATLAB with experience with Image data is a plus.
Outstanding ability to communicate technical information to both technical and nontechnical audiences; ability to effectively communicate technical concepts both written and verbal.
Excellent skills in using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, relational databases (userfriendly interfaces) are expected.
Demonstrated experience in at least one area of expertise, statistical methodology such as longitudinal, survival analysis, or informatics; statistical computing; biomedical informatics, graphical techniques.
Strong analytic skills including machine learning type analytic skills, correlated data, longitudinal, survival and multivariate data analysis, etc.
Strong ability in critical thinking and problem solving.
Possesses a track record of collaboration on research projects.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Communicates results of queries in database systems and upgrades regarding electronic protocol management system to coworkers, staff and management.
Completes and works directly with physicians, clinical staff and management on customized data queries and other requests for operational and research needs.
Fosters teamwork approach in all interactions with peers and team members. Anticipates needs of other team members; proactively offering assistance. Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for turnover/retention/employee engagement.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides troubleshooting logic in relation to technical support.
Provides and/or supervises gathering, entering and auditing of data in database.
Assists with design and implementation of processes to ensure accurate data collection and input.
Performs statistical analysis interpretation by preparing reports (monthly, quarterly and/or as needed) on productivity, quality activities, trends and other clinical or business metrics relevant to the department.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Conducts routine data processing and implementation of quality control methods.
Develops standard operating procedures. Ensures compliance with all HIPAA/confidentiality regulations.
In conjunction with management, participates in performance improvement program for department.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Conducts, as appropriate, statistical power and sample size determination, inferential hypothesis testing, data mining and knowledge discovery in databases.
Responsible for all aspects of clinical data analyses for multiple studies.
Programs and develops algorithms for numerical methods and develops workflow and data pipelines as needed for project(s).
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Collaborates with Technology regarding software system proposals, purchases, installations, upgrades, enhancements and modifications.
Identifies and assumes responsibility of own learning needs, consults with team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, physics or related field
WORK EXPERIENCE
Three years in data analysis, preferably in a healthcare/research setting
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
N/A
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Strong background in computer programming
Proficiency in Excel, Access and shell scripting strongly and ability to utilize multiple software applications
Familiarity with common imaging tools and database experience and/or experience with neuroinformatic software beneficial
Previous database project management experience preferred
Experience in relational database design
Knowledge of medical practices and terminology strongly preferred
Excellent analytical / statistical skills
Experience with report writers preferred
Excellent communications skills and ability to interact well with medical staff
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
Uniform No
Scrubs No
Business professional Yes
Other (department approved) No
ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
On Call* No
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Academic Institute oversees the Education Institute and Research Institute, including 772 faculty and 56,250 learners. The Academic Institute aligns our research and education initiatives in service to the clinical mission, providing solutions that answer the call for new technologies and skills our clinicians need for patient care.
Houston Methodist Education Institute coordinates our primary academic affiliation with Weill Cornell Medicine and other joint programs, including the Engineering Medicine Program at Texas A&M University Intercollegiate School of Engineering Medicine. The Education Institute also oversees continuing medical education and graduate medical education, and supports more than 1,000 trainees in residence for medical, nursing, allied health and research education programs.
Houston Methodist Research Institute supports research programs and infrastructure that enable faculty across the system to bring new scientific discoveries to patients as rapidly as possible through the full cycle of a cure from conceptual bench research, to prototyping and development, to clinical trials and FDA approval. The Research Institute supports more than 1,387 clinical research protocols and $70.3 million in extramurally funded translational research programs.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.