Do you enjoy solving problems with data? Do you strive to create scalable, re-usable data assets for BI and analytics? Do you want to make an impact with your work at a mission driven, world class medical center? Do you want to know that your analytics work is viewed organizationally as a strategic differentiator?

The Clinical Operations and Business Analytics Team (COBA) is looking for a Senior Business Intelligence Analyst. COBA is a subdivision of the Dana-Farber Informatics and Analytics department led by the Chief Data and Analytics Officer that is responsible for building a world class analytics environment, enabling measurability and transparency of key institute KPIs for improved decision making.

As a Senior Business Intelligence Analyst on the COBA Team, you will report to the technical lead of COBA and be embedded in the COBA clinical team. Under the guidance of the technical lead and in close collaboration with the Enterprise data services team, you will assist in the development and execution of a scalable, re-usable data architecture and assets for COBA and it’s stakeholders.

You will be tasked with designing accessible, easy to understand and insightful curated data assets that make regular reporting easy, root cause analysis rich and effective, and insight to action lightning speed. On the COBA Team, you will be part of building an analytics Center of Excellence that drives data-driven insights and teaches others to apply analysis in ways that improve lives both today and in the future. 

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. 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, information systems, or related domain. Master’s preferred
• 3+ years of experience in Business Intelligence performing quantitative analysis and data modeling with at least one year in healthcare or life sciences

• Certification in Epic Clarity Clinical Data Model preferred

• Experience translating business needs into technical requirements to build and transform data into valuable, easy to understand insights
• Strong knowledge of data architecture principles, best practices, and industry standards
• Proficient in data modeling techniques and strong understanding of conceptual, logical and dimensional modeling and developing ERDs
• Proficient at writing complex SQL queries that blend together data from dozens of sources for analysis, visualization, or reporting
• Hands on experience building data visualizations (preferably in Tableau) to communicate complex ideas and enable data-driven decision making at all levels of the organization
• Experience with data governance frameworks, data quality assurance, and metadata management
• Demonstrated ability to learn technologies quickly through instruction and self-training
• Working knowledge of Epic EMR a plus, but not required
• Ability to function independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills and a history of effectively working and communicating with all levels of internal and external technical and non-technical staff

• Able to set appropriate expectations, discuss and present results to customers in formal settings, and share ideas accurately and communicate them effectively, both in writing and verbally
• Demonstrates ability to influence collaborators on optimized technical design solutions
• Able to see the “big picture” while supporting technical requirements from customers
• Ability to contribute to the development and growth of others
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills
• Ability to deliver based on agreed upon deadlines and Inform timeline discussions
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Follows best practices. Keeps an audit trail and ensures work is easy to review and can always be replicated
• Holds teammates and collaborators to high quality standards consistently
• Curious and motivated learner who is proactive
• Team player who thrives on working with others and not going it alone

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 groups as protected by law. 

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