Job ID: 321473
Job date: 2017-12-19
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Company : University of Minnesota Country : Role : Research Scientist
Job date: 2017-12-19
End Date:
Company : University of Minnesota Country : Role : Research Scientist
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Summary of Position: This is a full-time P&A non-faculty appointment in the College of Pharmacy for an experienced data analyst with expertise using SAS to analyze administrative health claims data. The responsibilities of the analyst will be to program variables using health claims data, create analytical datasets to support observational research studies, maintain supporting documentation related to programming, assist with statistical analyses, and provide quality assurance related to the storage and acquisition of new data. To a lesser extent, the position will also include supporting the programming needs of the supervisor’s graduate students, fellows, and other trainees. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: 60 % Programming A successful candidate will be accountable for creating and justifying analytical data sets and methods to support research projects using health claims and other secondary data sources. This will include the application of cohort screening criteria, the creation of variables, data transformation and source code/data dictionary management. 15 % Data maintenance This person will be responsible for maintaining a number of data sets by loading and warehousing data onto secure servers, ensuring that new data sources are appropriately screened for anomalies, and ensuring routine quality assurance checks of data are completed. 10% Analytical Research Support The ideal candidate will be able to run statistical models using methods provided under the direction of a supervisor. Specific responsibilities include providing statistical output, using programming statements to run statistical models, and formatting statistical output into usable tables for reports and manuscripts. 10 % Administrative Support of DataThe programmer will have minimal administrative responsibilities related to the acquisition and maintenance of data. This includes assisting with the completion of Data Use Agreements required to acquire data, maintaining an inventory of data sources and corresponding personnel access to data, creating data dictionaries related to the creation of analytical data sets, and assisting with data specific documentation on IRB applications and resulting reports. The programmer will complete their work in compliance with data use agreements and any corresponding confidentiality requirements. 5 % Trainee Support Provide consulting and programming support to graduate students, postdoctoral research fellows, and other trainees to enable access to data and assistance with data management on student projects. Supervision: The successful candidate will be expected to work independently under the general supervision of Dr. Joel F. Farley, PhD Professor of Pharmaceutical Care and Health Systems at the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy. The employee is not expected to have direct supervisory responsibilities but may be asked to assist in the supervision of student projects. Required Qualifications:
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About the Department: The Department of Pharmaceutical Care & Health Systems advances the practice of pharmaceutical care and its role in the health care system for the benefit of patients and society through education, research and service. How To Apply: Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Activities" page and uploading documents there. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647). Diversity: The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu. Background Check Information: Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
Summary of Position: This is a full-time P&A non-faculty appointment in the College of Pharmacy for an experienced data analyst with expertise using SAS to analyze administrative health claims data. The responsibilities of the analyst will be to program variables using health claims data, create analytical datasets to support observational research studies, maintain supporting documentation related to programming, assist with statistical analyses, and provide quality assurance related to the storage and acquisition of new data. To a lesser extent, the position will also include supporting the programming needs of the supervisor’s graduate students, fellows, and other trainees. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: 60 % Programming A successful candidate will be accountable for creating and justifying analytical data sets and methods to support research projects using health claims and other secondary data sources. This will include the application of cohort screening criteria, the creation of variables, data transformation and source code/data dictionary management. 15 % Data maintenance This person will be responsible for maintaining a number of data sets by loading and warehousing data onto secure servers, ensuring that new data sources are appropriately screened for anomalies, and ensuring routine quality assurance checks of data are completed. 10% Analytical Research Support The ideal candidate will be able to run statistical models using methods provided under the direction of a supervisor. Specific responsibilities include providing statistical output, using programming statements to run statistical models, and formatting statistical output into usable tables for reports and manuscripts. 10 % Administrative Support of DataThe programmer will have minimal administrative responsibilities related to the acquisition and maintenance of data. This includes assisting with the completion of Data Use Agreements required to acquire data, maintaining an inventory of data sources and corresponding personnel access to data, creating data dictionaries related to the creation of analytical data sets, and assisting with data specific documentation on IRB applications and resulting reports. The programmer will complete their work in compliance with data use agreements and any corresponding confidentiality requirements. 5 % Trainee Support Provide consulting and programming support to graduate students, postdoctoral research fellows, and other trainees to enable access to data and assistance with data management on student projects. Supervision: The successful candidate will be expected to work independently under the general supervision of Dr. Joel F. Farley, PhD Professor of Pharmaceutical Care and Health Systems at the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy. The employee is not expected to have direct supervisory responsibilities but may be asked to assist in the supervision of student projects. Required Qualifications:
- M.S. in bioinformatics, biostatistics, or a related field and at least one year of related research training
- Minimum of an advanced level proficiency with SAS
- A minimum of 2 years experience working with large relational databases, processing large administrative healthcare datasets (medical service claims) and/or clinical record databases
- Masters level or higher degree in health informatics, biostatistics, epidemiology, or health services research related fields
- Proficiency in Stata and/or R
- Experience with statistical modeling, machine learning or data mining.
- Data visualization experience
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About the Department: The Department of Pharmaceutical Care & Health Systems advances the practice of pharmaceutical care and its role in the health care system for the benefit of patients and society through education, research and service. How To Apply: Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Activities" page and uploading documents there. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647). Diversity: The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu. Background Check Information: Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]