Lead Research Informatics Analyst

Emory University

Lead Research Informatics Analyst at Emory University directing design, implementation, and management of data systems. Collaborates with research teams to ensure compliance and analysis-ready data.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud PlatformPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct the design, implementation, and management of data systems for multidisciplinary research studies.
Lead data management activities across the study lifecycle, including study setup, data collection, validation, and closeout.
Develop and implement data quality monitoring frameworks, including validation rules, edit checks, and discrepancy resolution processes.
Collaborate with investigators and research teams to translate study protocols into data collection tools (e.g., CRFs, surveys).
Assist with the onboarding and training of study staff to ensure data integrity and associated documentation required from capture to dissemination.
Manage and integrate data from multiple sources (e.g., EDC systems, external vendors, surveys).
Perform data cleaning, transformation, and preparation for statistical analysis.
Develop queries, reports, and dashboards using tools such as SQL, Python, R, or other statistical software.
Establish and maintain data governance standards, SOPs, and documentation to ensure compliance and reproducibility.
Support regulatory compliance with applicable standards (e.g., GCP, HIPAA, NIH).

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor's degree and seven years of experience in information technology or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Five years working within a health, research, or academic institution preferred.
Knowledge of data and information systems standards relevant to the field of biomedical informatics and health systems.
Hands-on experience with REDCap or similar electronic data capture (EDC) systems preferred.
Strong understanding of research data workflows, including longitudinal and multi-site study designs.
Experience with data cleaning, validation, and quality assurance processes.
Proficiency in at least one programming or query language (e.g., R, SPSS, SAS, or Python).
Experience developing reports, dashboards, or data visualizations.
Knowledge of data governance, data standards, and documentation practices.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines.
Experience in academic and healthcare research.
Exposure to data analytics or machine learning workflow.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Emory is an equal opportunity employer
Collaboration with multidisciplinary research teams
Opportunities for professional growth and contribution to meaningful discoveries

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Hard Skills & Tools

Data CleaningData ValidationStatistical SoftwareSQLPythonRData VisualizationData IntegrationData StandardsResearch Data Workflows

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCollaborationTrainingProject Management