Programmer

Harvard University - Cambridge, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Cambridge, MA

Educational Services

About the position

The Programmer/Data Scientist position at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health involves supporting health research through data management and analysis. The role focuses on developing data processing pipelines, maintaining databases, and collaborating with research teams to manage complex datasets. This position is integral to the National Studies on Air Pollution and Health group and requires a strong service-oriented mindset and technical expertise in programming and data science.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years' post-secondary education or relevant work experience.
• 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.

Nice-to-haves

• Completion of Harvard IT Academy specified foundational courses (or external equivalent) preferred.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess, 3 personal days per year, and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary caregivers.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, with most coverage beginning as of the start date.
• Child and elder/adult care resources including on-campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs.
• University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program providing 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Various commuter options including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes, and biking benefits.
• Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and discounts to various services and cultural activities throughout metro-Boston.