Senior Research Investigator

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Posted Job Title

Senior Research Investigator

Job Profile Title

Research Investigator, Senior

Job Description Summary

The Senior Research Investigator will independently create complex datasets linking files across a wide array of large disparate data sources, skillfully construct variables and instruments, complete data analysis, and participate in manuscript and grant preparation. This individual will also be able to execute complex analysis in collaboration with the lead team statistician. This individual should have significant, proven experience in the design of complex data systems for the analysis of medical outcomes. Expertise in data management and statistical software such as STATA, SAS, R, Sequel etc. is required. Individual will have a leadership role and will be responsible for the supervision of statistical research staff. Responsibilities include designing and developing innovative solutions to streamline workflows and provide developmental support for future projects working in collaboration with the PI. This includes coordination of data request process, development of and adherence to data use agreements(s), enforcement of DUAs, and grant management and preparation. Create a collaborative team culture, work with trainees across a wide array of learner levels, teach and engage in scientific community activities. Build and maintain strategic, high-level relationships across the School and University to leverage resources and maintain knowledge of new or emerging technologies and solutions.

Position is contingent upon continued grant funding.

Job Description

The Senior Research Investigator will independently create complex datasets linking files across a wide array of large disparate data sources, skillfully construct variables and instruments, complete data analysis, and participate in manuscript and grant preparation. This individual will also be able to execute complex analysis in collaboration with the lead team statistician. This individual should have significant, proven experience in the design of complex data systems for the analysis of medical outcomes. Expertise in data management and statistical software such as STATA, SAS, R, Sequel etc. is required. Individual will have a leadership role and will be responsible for the supervision of statistical research staff. Responsibilities include designing and developing innovative solutions to streamline workflows and provide developmental support for future projects working in collaboration with the PI. This includes coordination of data request process, development of and adherence to data use agreements(s), enforcement of DUAs, and grant management and preparation. Create a collaborative team culture, work with trainees across a wide array of learner levels, teach and engage in scientific community activities. Build and maintain strategic, high-level relationships across the School and University to leverage resources and maintain knowledge of new or emerging technologies and solutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Design complex surgical outcomes databases; responsible for organizing information to create a complex data model based on the surgical outcomes research, coordinate and analyze data.
• Integrate database systems with statistics programs using SAS, Stata, and other tools. Analyzing the data requirements and ensure that the design/configuration of the database syste