Statistical Analyst/Programmer

Harvard University - Cambridge, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Cambridge, MA

Educational Services

About the position

The Statistical Analyst/Programmer position at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health involves working closely with faculty and research team members on various health policy and health services research projects. The role focuses on managing and analyzing large datasets, providing statistical analyses, and developing scientific reports and presentations. This position is ideal for candidates seeking research experience before pursuing further graduate education.

Responsibilities

• Organizes, maintains, and manages data used in large research studies from multiple sources.
• Designs analytical databases and maintains the integrity of the databases, including merging multiple datasets and data manipulation for statistical analysis.
• Manages large datasets involving multiple years of data.
• Interacts with remote consultants or team members.
• Provides statistical analyses for multiple projects including logistic and linear regression, longitudinal analysis, hierarchical models, and survey analysis.
• Develops scientific reports and presentations.
• Gives guidance to and collaborates with faculty and statisticians on analytical objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in biostatistics, statistics, epidemiology, public health, applied mathematics, computer science, or closely related field, or equivalent experience required.
• 3+ years of related work experience required.
• Statistical programming experience in SAS required.
• Strong database management and computer skills required.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in Statistics/Biostatistics preferred, with 1-3 years working experience.
• Advanced skills/experience in statistical programming and data management.
• Knowledge of statistical research methodology/principles.
• Knowledge of SAS, SUDAAN, and UNIX.
• Ability to summarize/interpret complex analyses and strong deductive reasoning skills.
• Ability to maintain detailed documentation of data management and programming work.
• Comfortable working with multiple PIs and multiple projects at the same time.

Benefits

• 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff).
• 12 accrued sick days per year.
• 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January.
• 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire).
• 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.
• Child and elder/adult care resources including on-campus childcare centers.
• University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation.
• Tuition Assistance Program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program providing 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses.
• Professional Development programs and classes at little or no cost.
• Various commuter options including discounted parking and half-priced public transportation passes.