Research Data Technician, Senior

School of Medicine:

Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

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The laboratory of Dr. Akinyemiju leads impactful programs to advance health equity across the research, training and service missions. This includes strengthening partnerships and building trust with diverse communities, fostering multi-directional stakeholder engagement strategies to enhance impact, and training the next generation of talented, diverse trainees in cancer research and population health. She leads efforts to generate empirical and actionable insights that target specific drivers of health disparities within our institution and nationwide, to eliminate health disparities and advance cancer health equity.

Dr. Akinyemiju is currently the PI of three ongoing studies on cancer disparities: 1) a study of West African (Nigeria and The Gambia), African-American and White breast cancer cases characterizing the role of ancestry-related factors, metabolic dysregulation and genomic alterations to identify reasons why women of West African descent have the highest global triple negative breast cancer rates; 2) a prospective cohort study of 1,600 Black, Hispanic and White ovarian cancer patients in the US characterizing mechanisms by which healthcare access and microbiome profiles influence treatment quality, supportive care and survival; and 3) a prospective cohort study evaluating the mechanisms through which systemic racism (structural, cultural and interpersonal racism) impacts US breast cancer disparities.

This position is:

• Onsite. The work is performed on-site or at a designated assignment location.

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Occupational Summary:

• Coordinate and participate in a variety of duties to assist investigators in the collection, verification and compilation of research information.

Work Performed:

• Perform a variety of routine and complex clerical, research and data processing duties to assist investigators in gathering and compiling research data.
• Supervise and monitor the work of interviewers, data coders, keypunch operators, clerks and other personnel involved in the collection and compilation of research data.
• Compile and verify the accuracy of research information to determine acceptability based on quality criteria defined by control procedures; abstract, classify and code data.
• Set up or write required job control language required for processing of data; submit input, programs and operating instructions to be processed by electronic computer; operate computer input/output terminal to enter and retrieve data as required.
• Administer individual or group standardized tests; score tests by hand or machine using predetermined scoring formulas; observe test subjects and report behavior and other information that may affect test results. Conduct interviews following an outline on questionnaires and record answers; compile information and report to investigators.
• Search library reference materials for necessary research information. Prepare and maintain files of research materials; compile and edit indices.
• Assist in the compilation and distribution of reports related to research findings.
• Make work assignments and review the work of lower level employees; assist in the hiring and training of new personnel.
• Prepare and type related correspondence; operate office machines as required.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education/Training

Work requires knowledge of basic mathematics, data collection and research principles normally acquired through two years post-secondary education.

Experience

No additional experience required.

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Choose Duke.

Be part of a dynamic team committed to innovating in the fields of genomics, nutrition, and public health. Our lab offers a stimulating environment where your contributions will have a meaningful impact on scientific research and public health. We welcome applicants who are passionate about advancing genomic technologies and are ready to embark on a challenging and rewarding research career.

Job Code: 00000258 RESEARCH DATA TECH SENIOR

Job Level: 09

Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $21.40 to USD $32.07. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at:

Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

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