Senior Analyst, Applied Research and Evaluation

Organization Overview 

The National Institute for Children’s Health Quality (NICHQ) is an independent nonprofit organization working for more than a decade to improve children’s health. We help organizations and professionals who share this mission make breakthrough improvements, so children and families live healthier lives. While NICHQ is Boston based, we have a strong remote culture and invite candidates from across the country to apply.

Position Overview

The Senior Analyst brings knowledge of and experience in applied research and evaluation and applies that knowledge to lead the successful design, execution and management of projects in the context of NICHQ’s maternal child health work. The Senior Analyst works closely and collaboratively with the Senior leadership in Programs and in the Department of Applied Research and Evaluation (DARE), project leads, Quality Improvement Advisors, expert faculty members, funders, and project teams to design and execute applied research and evaluation work that provides high-quality, relevant data analysis and recommendations across the lifecycle of projects. The Senior Analyst plays an integral and leadership role on NICHQ’s Applied Research and Evaluation team, guiding the department’s work (under the supervision of the Associate Director and senior leadership in DARE), as well as in the team’s work to capture, develop, and spread innovative approaches. The Senior Analyst may provide additional research consulting services and assist in elevating NICHQ’s standing in the scientific community by driving strategic planning for publications and conference presentations.

Position Responsibilities

• Applied research and evaluation tasks including
  • Planning
    • Create and implement plans for data management and analytic file creation
    • Collaborate with program staff to meet project deliverables on schedule
  • Data collection and management
    • Design, build and maintain REDCap databases to support research data collection efforts
    • Create and optimize data collection instruments ensuring alignment with research objectives and reporting requirements
    • Develop and implement data collection protocols, including date entry guidelines, access controls and validation rules
    • Establish and maintain quality assurance and quality control systems
    • Perform data validation checks and produce reports for internal teams and external stakeholders
    • Investigate, track, and resolve data queries, support extant data transfer efforts
    • Lead data harmonization efforts across data sources
    • Provide technical guidance and support on REDCap functionalities and best practices to project teams
  • Data analysis
    • Clean, transform, and validate data to ensure accuracy and readiness for analysis
    • Conduct descriptive and inferential analysis using statistical software such are SAS to inform research findings
    • Utilize knowledge of statistical methodology to inform study design and operations.
    • Provide consultation to other project teams on statistical analysis techniques (e.g., sampling, random assignment, application scoring and weighting), as needed
    • Keep abreast of current trends in statistical methods and program evaluation
  • Reporting and dissemination
    • Prepare comprehensive summaries and graphic representations of statistical findings across different formats
    • Review abstracts for professional conferences and manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications
    • Provide consultation to project teams in their development of reports and other materials that include research data
• Identifies and appropriately brings complex project insights, concerns, and potential solutions in a timely manner to project and DARE lead(s) and collaborates to implement solutions
• May be responsible for the supervision and development of individuals working in applied research and evaluation
• Represents the Applied Research and Evaluation team on projects in a collaborative and supportive manner and participates in other activities of the applied research and evaluation team as needed

Position Qualifications

• Master’s degree or MPH in biostatistics or epidemiology; at least 3 years’ work experience in a health services, social science, or clinical research setting doing quantitative research
• Experience designing, building and maintaining REDCap databases
• Extensive experience and strong programming skills in statistical software programs (e.g. SAS and R)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, visualization software and database management; adept at quickly learning new technologies
• Detail-oriented “achiever” who takes initiative

Skills and Knowledge

• Demonstrates subject matter expertise in data management, biostatistics and/or epidemiology
• Synthesizes complex information into usable formats
• Works independently, capable of making decisions with limited oversight
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines with minimal support from supervisor while working remotely
• Strong communications skills (both verbal and written)

Benefits  

We offer a generous benefits package for employees including competitive compensation; remote work; paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays; insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability and life; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance programs; and professional development benefits.

EEOC Statement

NICHQ is committed to being an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

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