IT Developer / Programmer

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Chan School of Public Health is a world-renowned institution dedicated to advancing public health through cutting-edge research, education, and global collaboration. Our school is a special place to work because of its vibrant, mission-driven community, interdisciplinary approach, and commitment to addressing some of the most pressing health challenges worldwide. Learn more about the School's mission, objectives, and core values, our Principles of Citizenship, and about the Dean's AAA vision about our school's ongoing strategic initiatives.
Our 70+ faculty are leaders in the development of statistical methods for clinical trials and observational studies, studies on the environment, computational biology, and genomics/genetics. We offer degree programs in biostatistics, computational biology and data science; Our team invites applications for a Programmer position in the National Studies on Air Pollution and Health group ( The position will be under the supervision of Principal Research Scientist, Dr. We are seeking a Programmer to join our dynamic team. Assist with developing and deploying data cleaning, data processing pipelines, data management, variable creation, and variable naming protocols of projects involving electronic health records, administrative claims data, environmental exposure data, and other complex databases using GitHub
Maintain databases using R, Python, and SQL in collaboration with members of the research team
Create and link customized databases and analytic datasets in UNIX environments
Assist in the development, maintenance, and documentation of software in R (including R functions), Python, and SQL
Function as a resource for the Senior Programmer, to help debug programs and to access correct data
Work on HPC computing clusters and work with cluster computing IT to troubleshoot any issues in collaboration with the Senior Programmer and other team members
Develop and refactor code for modular data processing pipelines, utilizing workflow languages and configuration managers
Perform data exploration for preparation of datasets for environmental health research
Build deployable data products using containers for data processing pipelines and dashboards
Support data cataloging via JSON-based metadata schema
PLEASE NOTE: Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit work samples (sample code) and/or complete a coding assessment.
2+ years post-secondary experience required, or combination of education and/or relevant work experience
~ Professional working experience with R, Python, SQL, GitHub, and/or related software required

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Informatics, or other health data related field preferred; Master's Degree in a related field is strongly preferred*
Knowledge of maintenance and support of IT infrastructure systems within a HPC cluster environment
demonstrated team performance skills
Knowledge of and commitment to concepts and issues tied to social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion
Skills related to creating and supporting an environment that allows for inclusion, effective intercultural engagement, and personal humility and authenticity
Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
Chan School of Public Health to support our mission of health research and education, and to be a part of the oldest institution of higher learning in the country!

• Chan School of Public Health does not provide visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for staff positions.
• Harvard University requires pre-employment reference checks and background screenings.
• The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University's Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
Retirement plans with university contributions
Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
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