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Job Summary

We are seeking to hire a talented, motivated programmer/developer to perform a variety of software-related tasks involving health policy-based computer simulation models. We are seeking a personable, creative, experienced, and dedicated individual to join our research teams.

 

Qualifications

We are seeking to hire a talented, motivated programmer/developer to work with our internationally recognized, multidisciplinary health policy and clinical outcomes research team at the Orthopedic and Arthritis Center for Outcomes Research (OrACORe) and the Policy and Innovation eValuation in Orthopedic Treatments (PIVOT) Centers, both in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School. The programmer will be essential to the research operations of OrACORe/PIVOT and will be an integral member of the Centers.

The PIVOT Center conducts research to inform health policy by using computer simulation modeling to evaluate musculoskeletal disease treatments and policy. We have two main computer simulation models: one focusing on knee osteoarthritis and the other focusing on frailty, falls, and fractures among people with HIV. As a programmer in our group, you will have the opportunity to learn about public health and health policy issues while using your software skills to help solve healthcare problems.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a developer embedded within a research group composed of healthcare researchers with diverse backgrounds, you may contribute to a variety of software-related tasks including, for example: 

Converting existing simulation models programmed in C# to C++Maintaining and developing simulation models for knee osteoarthritis and frailty/falls/fractures through:Coding, debugging, and testing new featuresStreamlining and model optimization to decrease simulation timeImplementing unit testing to facilitate modeling debuggingWriting programs to efficiently run simulations and store model output across available computersDeveloping code to facilitate model calibration and sampling parameters from pre-defined distributionsConsulting with research personnel on model mechanics and structureDeveloping new and existing data analysis/visualization toolsMeeting regularly with research personnel to devise innovative and scientifically appropriate solutions to modeling and data analysis challengesWorking with research personnel to identify workflow issues and develop technical solutions, such as writing scripts to automate time-consuming or error-prone tasksServing as a technical liaison with external collaboratorsContributing to grant proposals by consulting on technical/programming aspectsProducing documentation for technical and non-technical audiencesAssisting researchers with software-related questions and problem solving

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

QUALIFICATIONS

Job qualifications include the following:

Bachelor's Degree required.Master’s degree in computer science, mathematics or a related field preferred.Demonstrated experience with Python or similar scripting languageFamiliarity with C++ developmentComfortable with Windows and Linux development environmentsQuick to learn new technologies and scientific concepts

One or more of the following desired but not required:

Interest in science and/or public healthProfessional C++ development experienceData visualization experienceCluster computing experienceLinux/Windows systems administration

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Collaborating/Communicating

Good interpersonal skills with ability to act professionally at all levelsCapacity to work both independently and as part of a teamAbility to explain technical software concepts in an approachable manner

Gets Results/Takes Initiative

Excellent time management skillsHigh personal work standards and commitment to resultsKeen ability to anticipate and solve problems proactivelyDemonstrates initiative and identifies key priorities, even in ambiguous situationsConsistently demonstrates a positive, "can-do" attitude

Analytical Skills

Intellectual curiosity and willingness to learnRigorous academic and/or professional background including quantitative workBasic familiarity with health research

 

Remote Type

Hybrid

 

Work Location

60 Fenwood Road

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$73,798.40 - $107,400.80/Annual

 

Grade

6

 

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