Research Data Analyst (SRI) – Evaluative Clinical Sciences – Regular Full-time 2024 – Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Title of the Job: Research Data Analyst (SRI) – Evaluative Clinical Sciences – Regular Full-time 2024

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Description: The Tory Trauma Program is part of Sunnybrook’s/Sunnybrook Research Institute’s (SRI) ongoing commitment to caring for critically ill and injured patients and in conducting high-impact clinical research. Our research team includes clinician-scientists conducting peer-reviewed clinical research studies, in addition to clinical associates in research training programs, graduate students, research fellows, clinical fellows, medical students, research coordinators and two managers, and a senior biostatistician.DescriptionWe are seeking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual who is well-organized and has experience in clinical research. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and will enjoy collaborating on research in a stimulating environment. Previous experience in data management and in statistical coding are necessary. The successful applicant will work with a several study databases simultaneously, taking responsibility for data cleaning and exporting data for secondary analyses. The applicant will conduct analyses for investigators’ projects under the guidance of the biostatistician. Expertise in SAS and a working knowledge of R are essential, in addition to proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and familiarity with REDcap.Summary of Duties (not all-encompassing):Data Management

• Management and curation of various research databases and data dictionaries
• Collect, import and migrate data from a range of internal and external systems
• Work with investigators, project managers, and sponsors to ensure that electronic case report forms (eCRFs) are constructed such that data will be usable in statistical analyses
• Assess quality of and clean study data in real time, by writing programs to conduct logic checks to ensure accuracy and consistency of data entry (beyond the simple range checks in REDcap)
• Generate reports and track quality indicators as study data accumulate
• Liaise with sponsors to address data issues and queries
• Create and execute complex queries across multiple data sources to merge and extract data for analysis
• Export sections of completed datasets for use in secondary analyses

Data Analysis

• Work with senior biostatistician to develop Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs) for interim and final analyses, in collaboration with the investigator and project team
• Conduct straightforward analyses for investigators
• Develop SAS/R programs to create tables and analysis datasets and output tables as detailed in SAP
• Prepare reports for end-users, including investigators, biostatistician, project managers, etc.

Other

• Provision of regular and ad hoc reports and updates, both written and verbal, to investigators, biostatistician, project managers, etc.
• Participate in review of manuscripts, where appropriate
• Assist with literature searches and preparation of presentation slides, as appropriate

Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in public health or statistics, or relevant field. Master’s degree an asset.
• 3 years of relevant professional experience is desirable
• Experience with data management and analysis, as outlined above
• Proficiency in SAS essential; knowledge of R desirable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and familiarity with REDcap
• Familiarity with medical terminology, clinical trial methodologies, regulatory guidelines such as ICH-GCP, privacy standards, and clinical trial data management standards is an asset
• Excellent analytical skills and logical problem solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills
• Excellent time management, organizational skills, and accuracy, with fastidious attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize work effectively and meet multiple deadlines with little direct supervision

Applications: Qualified applicants should submit a statement of their interest in this position, with an up-to-date CV, contact information for 3 references, and brief description of how they qualify for this position.Please send your application to [email protected]. Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted.We are committed to providing a stimulating academic environment and will encourage personal, professional and academic development of the successful candidate. Hours of work are generally weekdays, although off-hours flexibility will be required. Salary will be competitive based upon qualifications and experience; benefits are available.Sunnybrook Research Institute is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.Sunnybrook Research Institute is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.If you are looking for an exciting opportunity and to build a career in an innovative and dynamic organization, submit your resume by clicking on Apply Now below.Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

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