Create Alert
Apply now »
Requisition ID:  118813

Programmer Analyst

We are seeking a Programmer Analyst to provide research support to the Biostatistics, Epidemiology & Data management (BEAD Core) in the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics.


Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Supporting day to day research and programmatic activities as they relate to database development and database management for research projects and programs.
  • Implementing basic and sometimes complex biostatistical analyses, under the supervision of faculty investigators.
  • Responsible for development, implementation, testing and support of data collection tools and databases, including RedCap and ACASI.
  • Formatting and cleaning databases and datasets as needed, including large scale national and international datasets.
  • Responsible for day to day research and programmatic activities as they relate to database development and database management for research projects and programs.
  • Maintain, manage and update databases-provide programming for projects with continued ongoing support.
  • Manage clinical and other types of data sets and conduct data cleaning and formatting to facilitate data export to all statistics packages.
  • Provide support to faculty investigators in all areas of research projects, including data management and cleaning, basic biostatistical analysis, and complex biostatistical analysis.
  • Produce data visualizations as needed.
  • Communicate findings with study team clearly as project progresses, including adaptation of analytical plans, as needed.
  • Provide clear deliverables to study team, including basic tables and complex analytical results.
  • All duties are as applicable and additional duties as assigned.


Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Must demonstrate strong critical thinking and analytical reasoning skills.
  • Ability to prioritize conflicting demands on multiple project effectively.
  • Ability to execute assigned project tasks within established schedule.
  • Analytical ability required to manage data, perform transformation, perform complex analysis, solve both business and technical problems.
  • Advanced ability to problem-solve creatively and analyze processes and systems.
  • Ability to independently assess and lead others in which data management and statistical strategies are needed to optimally report outcomes.
  • Highly proficient with administrative skills, including advanced use of word processing, database, spreadsheet and desktop publishing software.
  • Ability to analyze highly complex data sets.
  • Data mining/management, data collection instruction, including ability to show data in a user-friendly format for a variety of audiences.
  • High analytical ability to solve complex technical problems.
  • Ability to interact with all levels of staff and adapt to a rapidly changing work environment.
  • Advanced critical thinking skills and ability to apply these skills in various situations.
  • Ability and willingness to mentor colleagues and share experiences to strengthen the team’s success.
  • Awareness of the need for timely communication, ability to identify potential barriers and strategies, and ability to synthesize and integrate information.
  • Expert proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet software, database structures, and the internet.
  • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with faculty investigators as well as other study team members.
  • Excellent written and oral presentation skills.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • One-year related experience.
  • Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree in related discipline (such as public health).
  • Experience with database development, specifically REDCap, ACASI and/or Qualtrics.
  • Familiarity with a statistical analysis program (STATA, SAS or R preferred).

 

 

Classified Title: Programmer Analyst   
Role/Level/Range: ATP/03/PC  
Starting Salary Range: $53,800 - $94,400 Annually ($65,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: M-F: 8:30 - 5:00 
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Location: Hybrid/Johns Hopkins Bayview  
Department name: SOM Ped Bay Bayview Pediatric Unit   
Personnel area: School of Medicine 

 

 

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EEO is the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.

Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
Hybrid: On-site 1-2 days a week

Apply now »