What are the responsibilities and job description for the Statistical Programmer I - Quantitative Health Sciences position at Cleveland Clinic?
Responsibilities:
- Conducts data management.
- Assembles data from multiple sources, resolves data problems and performs general data management tasks, including data integrity checks, query reports, and case selections using data control, definition and manipulations with considerable supervision and/or mentoring.
- Demonstrates nominal ability to work with data from multiple platforms.
- Begins to understand the statistical analysis implications of case report forms design and database design.
- Develops, writes, documents and tests basic statistical programs given the parameters and/or someone's sample code.
- Reviews, receives and cross-checks code from a more senior individual.
- Demonstrates basic ability to interpret biostatistics, epidemiological or general research results with considerable supervision and/or mentoring.
- Effectively communicates both verbally and in writing to other team members.
- Reviews and revises data from outside communications.
Education:
- Masters Level Candidates: Masters in computer science, statistics, epidemiology, or related field.
- Bachelors Level Candidates: BS in related field with 3-5 years of experience.
Certifications:
- None required
Work Experience:
- Demonstrates ability in data management and to draft basic statistical programs.
- Experience in the use of standard statistical packages necessary.
- Knowledge of SAS or S-PLUS/R is required. Knowledge of SQL, Oracle or other relational database preferred.
- Beginning understanding of basic medical terminology.
- Demonstrates basic ability to interpret biostatistics, epidemiological or general research results.
- Prior experience in a health care research environment is desirable.
- Good organization, communication and time management skills are essential.
- Effective communication skills: fluent in English, sound writing skills, and ability to clearly communicate information both orally and in writing.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods.
- Ability to travel throughout the hospital system.
- Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment.
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
“Hybrid work in Ohio” – This position will be on-site in Cleveland, Ohio with opportunities for a hybrid schedule. Candidate will need to reside in northeast Ohio and be willing to travel on-site.
Within the Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, the following opportunities are available:
- AlphaBeta Team has an opening for a Statistical Programmer to work primarily with the the Digestive Disease Institute, the individual will conduct statistical programming and data management for clinical trials and observational research studies in Colorectal Surgery, Gastroenterology, and General Surgery fields.
- The Tereshchenko Lab (translational cardiac electrophysiology lab) has an opening for a Statistical Programmer to support research on AHA-, CCF-, and NIH-funded projects.
We are looking for a future caregiver to take on the role of a Statistical Programmer within our world-class team of caregivers. Within this role, you will work effectively as part of a project team (which may include an investigator, biostatistician, and programmer) providing expertise related to data collection, database development, data management, programming, statistical analysis, and presentation of data. Designs and applies standard computer programs for statistical data collection, analysis, evaluation, and graphical presentation. Creates customized computer programs for general use and specific projects utilizing statistical applications (e.g. SAS, R/ S-PLUS, Stata) in a PC and/or mainframe environment. Develops and maintains code for emerging statistical techniques in one or more of these languages. Demonstrates ability in areas of biostatistics, epidemiology, and general research and/or database management while working on several projects, or several aspects of one project.
This role will be working primarily with the Digestive Disease Institute, the individual will conduct statistical programming and data management for clinical trials and observational research studies in Colorectal Surgery, Gastroenterology, and General Surgery fields.
Knowledge of SAS and/or R is required. Additional knowledge of SQL programming, Oracle other relational database, and experience working with large data sets or national databases, such as the National Inpatient Sample, preferred.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being, and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.
Pay Range
Minimum hourly: $27.65
Maximum hourly: $42.17
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. While the pay range is displayed as an hourly rate, Cleveland Clinic recruiters will clarify whether the compensation is hourly or salary. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package, which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement.
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