Applications Systems Analyst

RTI International is an independent, scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world's most critical problems with technical and science-based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across social, statistical, data, and laboratory sciences, engineering, and other technical disciplines to solve the world’s most challenging problems. We believe in the promise of science and technical solutions, and we push ourselves every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses in the US and around the world. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a real difference, RTI is the place for you.

The Center for Data Coordination Technology (DCT) is seeking a junior level systems analyst to assist in the development and management of informatics efforts for clinical and epidemiological research studies. DCT provides informatics leadership and support of pre-clinical research, clinical trials, and observational studies, including expertise in data collection, management, and reporting solutions. The person in this role will be a key member of the research team, supporting the development and maintenance of informatics solutions that achieve study goals and objectives.

• Collaborate with research project teams, system programmers, and data managers to plan, design, and implement research information systems.
• Assist with the analysis of requirements, design, document, and test new applications as well as maintain and support existing applications.
• Collaborate with data management team to develop and implement data collection and data management strategies.
• Prepare and distribute study documents and materials including data collection forms and technical memos to research sites.
• Provide technical support to clinical research projects, with the opportunity to lead informatics efforts.
• Support standards and methods for informatics and data collection efforts.
• Participate in encoding, testing, and debugging, as necessary to meet project specific goals.
• Commit to high standards of quality and participate in quality initiatives.
• Research, learn, and apply new methodologies and/or technologies.

Education and Experience

Master’s degree in Public Health, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Biomedical Informatics, Health Informatics, or other related discipline, or a Bachelor’s degree in Biostatistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Biomedical Informatics, Health Informatics or other related disciplines plus at least 1 year related professional experience or equivalent experience.  This is defined as a combination of performance, education and prior directly related experience will be considered as equivalent to the above requirements provided that the individual possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job requirements satisfactorily.  

Required

• Experience participating on a team developing technical solutions in the context of research studies.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of the study and applications development project teams.
• Ability to work successfully on multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of process standards.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States and should not require now, or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status,

Preferred

• Client-focused research applications knowledge.
• Experience collaborating with teams of technical developers and/or data managers for multi-site studies or data coordinating center projects.
• Experience using data analytics tools such as R, Python, SQL, SAS, Stata, or SPSS.
• Experience with object-oriented programming languages and methodologies, including .NET, Java, TypeScript/JavaScript, and Python.
• Familiarity with Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems such as Medidata RAVE®, or REDCap.
• Some knowledge of clinical and epidemiological research, and implementation of data collection systems.
• Strong interest in science and health issues.

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The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States. RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.

At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance.

Master’s degree in a related discipline, or bachelor’s degree plus 1 year of related experience. Requires research technology experience, communication skills, multitasking, and U.S. work authorization without sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities

• designing systems
• testing applications
• supporting projects

Skills & Tools

R, Python, SQL, SAS, Stata, SPSS, .NET, Java, TypeScript, JavaScript, Electronic Data Capture (EDC), Medidata RAVE, REDCap

Job Details

• Category: Information Technology
• Seniority: Entry Level
• Commitment: Full Time
• Workplace: Remote — United States
• Languages: English

Benefits

• 401k matching
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plan
• Generous parental leave

About RTI International

An independent scientific research institute developing technical and science-based solutions to improve the human condition. — Industry: Research and Development