Data and Research Coordinator, Violence Intervention Advocacy Program

Position: Data and Research Coordinator, Violence Intervention Advocacy Program       

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: 40 hours per week, On-site

ABOUT BMC:

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal — to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience.

You’ll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth and where you’ll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment.  

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Data and Research Coordinator will participate in all aspects of research, data collection, and operations in the Violence Intervention Advocacy Program. Is responsible for managing multiple projects in the Violence Intervention Advocacy Program, including IRB application to data collection and study completion. Must be a self-directed individual with excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to operate efficiently within tight time-frames, be detail oriented with excellent follow-through, and possess high competence with computer software relevant to research.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for development of data management protocols and oversight of data management systems. Abstracts data points from medical records and enters/documents in VIAP database

• Ability to undertake research projects, analyze data, and summarize findings.

• Involvement in all aspects of research projects in VIAP.  This includes development and coordination of study protocols, IRB submission, data entry, database creation and management and data analysis.

• Must be able to perform in SAS, SPSS and/or basic statistical analysis basic dataset creation and manipulation (i.e. data management), descriptive statistics, chi-squared tests, t-tests, as well as linear and logistic regressions. Will work directly with department’s bio-statistician on major analyses and will have the opportunity to learn new procedures and gain new knowledge on basic techniques.

• Assist in preparation of research reports, abstracts, and presentations. Assist Clinical Director in grant writing and submission.

• Conduct manuscript preparation and submission with research collaborators from BU, the HAVI, and other partners

• Conduct IRB preparation and development of data collection forms

• Assists staff in operations of data collection,  management, and database training

• Perform all necessary administrative activities as determined by supervisor including maintenance of the VIAP Website

• Organizes and disseminates data and findings to collaborative partners as needed. Develops and maintains strong internal and external relationships

• Participates in multidisciplinary teams and meetings Collaborate with community organizations and partners, and funders

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job.  The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Master’s required.   MPH, Epidemiology or other related Masters’ degree preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in statistical programming (STATA, SAS, R)

• Candidates with interest in health and racial disparities encouraged to apply

• Experience managing a clinical database preferred

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Working knowledge of program evaluation and research. Ability to undertake research projects, analyze data, and summarize findings.

• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining database systems and basic statistical analysis skills

• Must be self-directed individual with excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to operate efficiently within tight time-frames; be detail oriented with excellent follow-through.

• Competence with computer software, including MS Windows, MS Word, and PowerPoint.

• Strong verbal and written English communication skills. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

• Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations.

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