Job Description

Job Code

403123 Info Tech Support Associate II

Sub-Unit



Appointment End Date

30-Apr-2026

055

Time Status

Full-time

Union

55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience required; a combination of experience and education may be considered

Additional Qualifications and Skills

The following job-specific skills and competencies are preferred:

• Bachelor\'s degree, in a quantitative or scientific field such as mathematics or computer science
• SAS programming skills strongly preferred
• Knowledge of clinical trials
• Experience programming in a Linux-based environment or other high-level programming languages
• Experience with data cleaning
• Strong attention to detail, as well as a high level of self-motivation
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong deductive reasoning and organizational skills

The following cultural competencies are also preferred:

• Awareness of and aptitude to appropriately and effectively understand, respect, and adapt to cultural and identity-based difference within group environments
• 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

Additional Information

Join the Harvard T.H. 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!

• The Harvard T.H. 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.
• This position has a 90 day orientation and review period. The O&R period will be waived for any internal Harvard employee transfers.

The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Department

Center for Biostatistics in AIDS Research

Pre-Employment Screening

Identity

Job Function

Information Technology

Position Description

The REPRIEVE Trial is a NIH-funded global cardiovascular disease prevention trial in people with HIV (PWH). The primary aim of REPRIEVE is to assess the effects of a statin to reduce major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) in PWH who are at low to moderate traditional CVD risk. REPRIEVE enrolled more than 7500 participants from 2015 to 2019 with participation from sites in North and South America, sub-Saharan Africa, Europe, and Asia. Participant follow-up ends in July 2023, followed by an active period of analysis. See .

The REPRIEVE Data Coordinating Center at CBAR is actively recruiting for a SAS Programmer I that will be an integral part of a team of programmers and analysts who construct and manage the database infrastructure and will assist biostatisticians and epidemiologists to create analysis datasets and reports. Consideration for a SAS Programmer II position may be given based on experience. These tasks will require project management, continuous quality improvement, and troubleshooting while working directly with the study team. Incoming SAS Programmers complete a comprehensive training program to expand their SAS and Linux competencies, acquire hands-on experience under the direction of skilled programmers, and collaborate with researchers in an environment of mutual cooperation and respect. Programmers are valued contributors to the strategic and research goals of the organization and enjoy an environment of learning and growth. CBAR also features a well-defined promotional track and support system for employees\' professional development and is committed to promoting an inclusive workplace where in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Converting raw data files into analysis datasets
• Developing and maintaining programs for quality assurance of study data
• Standardizing datasets and associated documentation to ensure compliance with SOP requirements and enhance usability
• Working closely with REPRIEVE biostatisticians to develop Statistical Analysis and Analysis Implementation Plans based on analysis proposals from the clinical team
• Developing SAS programs which merge multiple datasets to create complex analysis or cross-study datasets
• Designing statistical programs for data visualization and analysis
• Preparing data packages for data send outs to investigators

Please attach the following when applying: 1) Resume, 2) Cover letter, 3) Sample of SAS code (solely created by the applicant), and 4) Names and email contact information for three (3) professional references.

PLEASE NOTE: This position has a term end date of Apr 30, 2026, with strong likelihood of extension.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a hybrid position and this position will be based in Boston, MA. Additional detail pertaining to this position will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed in a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, California (exempt staff only), Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey, Virginia, and Washington).

School/Unit

Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

Job Summary

The Center for Biostatistics in AIDS Research (CBAR), an organization within the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, is responsible for the design, monitoring and statistical analysis of clinical trials and observational studies for several major national and international NIH-funded clinical research networks. CBAR employs over 100 statisticians and epidemiologists including Harvard faculty, research scientists, and staff. Investigators within CBAR have provided statistical leadership and support for clinical research networks for more than 30 years. Currently this includes infectious disease networks such as: the Adult AIDS Clinical Trials Groups (ACTG), the International Maternal Pediatric Adolescent AIDS Clinical Trials Group (IMPAACT), and the Pediatric HIV/AIDS Cohort Study (PHACS), as well as the Randomized Trial to Prevent Vascular Events in HIV (REPRIEVE), the largest randomized trial in HIV to date. Results from studies have helped to establish the paradigm for the treatment and prevention of HIV and other infectious diseases, and contributed to international treatment and prevention guidelines.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

At the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, we believe that diversity is integral to the Harvard experience and our mission of improving public health education, research and policy. Diversity of cultural backgrounds, identities, lived experiences, perspectives, and ways of understanding the world enriches our community and enables us to best meet the public health needs of the United States and the world. Ongoing learning and development related to diversity allows for both individual and institutional growth, and is necessary to foster and sustain a culture of inclusion. To achieve this, we are committed to ensuring equitable access to opportunities for learning, living, and working at the Harvard Chan School. We maintain an unwavering dedication to diversity, inclusion, and belonging as core to our institutional values and to actively counter, minimize, and address racism, sexism, xenophobia, homophobia, gender bias, and all forms of discrimination.

Learn more about the School\'s and our initiatives.

Benefits

We invite you to visit to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Work Format

Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

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