Data Analyst I Job at Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)
Data Analyst I
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General Summary
The Johnson Lab is seeking a full-time Data Analyst for a neuroimaging research program within the Gordon Center for Medical Imaging at Massachusetts General Hospital. We investigate alterations in brain function, structure, cognition and molecular pathology in normal aging and Alzheimer's disease. This position joins the PET imaging team to assist with data processing and analysis as well as regulatory compliance. In this position, the successful candidate will help to develop and carry out statistical analysis plans for ongoing projects in the lab and will work with the Clinical Research Coordinators on regulatory upkeep when required. We see the skills that will be developed in this job as allowing the future candidate to successfully progress towards graduate programs in relevant fields (e.g. neuroscience, psychology, translational medicine).
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
- Development, implementation, and cataloging of statistical analyses for ongoing projects.
- Rapid assembly and manipulation of datasets for collaborators and ongoing projects
- Implementation of statistical analysis plans to produce results for eventual publication and conference dissemination for lab personnel
- Development and/or implementation of new analytic tools/statistical packages and providing training and assistance to other researchers on the use and function of analytic and visualization tools (predominantly using R).
- Researching, assessing, and implementing novel statistical models and approaches (predominantly using R).
- Working with researchers to develop and implement statistical data analytics and visualizations in service of research aims.
- Conduct and track PET and MRI data processing using FreeSurfer and SPM.
- Assist Clinical Research Coordinators with regulatory compliance/IRB documentation and other tasks as needed.
- Maintain database of study records in accordance with laboratory practice and regulatory guidelines.
Skills/Abilities Required
- Strong statistical and data analysis skills.
- Proficiency with R.
- Advanced computer skills, with the ability to manipulate large and varied datasets.
- Must be highly motivated and well-organized, personable, and empathetic both with research participants and fellow workers.
- Level of responsibility and maturity to work under pressure and meet the requirements of clinical research neuroscience laboratory.
- Very detail-oriented and highly organized.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Some exposure to other scripting languages, such as MATLAB, python, etc.
Education
B.A., B.S. required. Master's level candidates are strongly preferred, particularly with training in the fields of biostatistics, applied mathematics or statistics. Individuals without formal training in these areas, but with the requisite experience and desired core skills will also be considered.
Experience
1+ years of experience is preferred. Experience through coursework or undergraduate/graduate research projects is applicable.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.
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