Overview
The Research Informatics Operations (RIO) team is looking for a seasoned business analyst to coordinate, manage, lead and support the information system needs of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) research community. This Senior Business Analyst position will report to the Director of Account Services, Clinical Trials, and will work closely with Dana-Farber clinical research stakeholders and functional leaders within I&A to identify, prioritize, and address the clinical research data informatics needs of DFCI and the Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center (DF/HCC) collaboration.
The Senior Business Analyst coordinate the design and solution delivery of clinical trials research data assets, platforms and services, build, and maintain collaborative relationships with clinical trials research faculty, and support strategic initiatives to enhance the functionality, efficiency, and accessibility of DFCI and DF/HCC systems and platforms. Work will include leading workflow and business process flow analysis, definition and documentation of system requirements, and support of in-house, commercial, and open-source software products They will serve as a mentor and resource for junior staff. Furthermore, the incumbent will provide leadership for several research systems development initiatives and will be the liaison between customers and the development staff.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
Responsibilities
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No direct supervision, but will be responsible for leading workgroups and other team efforts.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
Bachelor’s degree required. Concentration in Information Technology, Bioinformatics, Biology, Computer Science, Business, Basic Sciences or other relevant healthcare or life sciences field preferred.
Minimum Experience:
7+ years of direct analytical experience in a customer facing role or experience in either clinical research, basic research, or administrative functions to support research. Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams of 10 or more indirect resources (clinical, technical, administrative), including directing the work of user and business representatives within workgroups. Experience with successful implementation of enterprise applications. Strong project management skills; formal business analyst training a plus. 2+ years demonstrated project management experience. Proficient in complete MS Office suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.