Data Analyst - (Clinical) GI Med Oncology Job at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Ho

Data Analyst - GI Med Oncology The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public. Summary The primary purpose of the Data Analyst position is to apply technical expertise to collect and analyse clinical data to coordinate and carry out translational Upper GI research projects. Key Functions Plans, organizes, and assists Principal Investigator to direct complex research projects involving detection and elimination of gastro-esophageal cancers. Maintains an accurate database (redcap) for each specific project. Monitors and transfers patient information from the medical records into the electronic database and files. Assists with clinical data analysis for translational research projects. Reports results of the analyses including original data, with conclusions. Assists in gathering information for in depth medical knowledge of GI cancer biology, human immunology, molecular biology and bioinformatics for different translational projects. Assists in writing manuscripts and prepares drafts of manuscripts , protocols, sops for research projects, and grant reports. Assists in screening and enrolling patients to translational research protocols, including taking informed consent in accordance with Federal regulations. Categorizes the slides and blocks and enter the availability of specimens in the database. Order requests for re-cuts, frozen sections, sequencing tasks with the central lab facilities ,as per the goals of the project. Able to understand clinical information from EMR. Communicates and collaborates with staff, faculty and investigators on research projects inside and outside of MDACC. Discusses the research findings and participates in the presentation of research results via verbal presentations, abstracts, publications, and posters. Other duties as assigned or required. Education Required - Bachelor's degree in Biology, Nursing or related field. Experience Preferred - Master's degree Experience Required - Three years of related experience. Additional years of education may be substituted for experience on a one to one basis. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html Onsite Presence: Is Required Additional Information Requisition ID: 169836 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 55,500 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 69,500 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 83,500 FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Soft Work Location: Onsite Pivotal Position: No Referral Bonus Available?: No Relocation Assistance Available?: No Science Jobs: Yes #LI-Onsite