Data Analyst I - Emergency Medicine

Role overview

The Data Analyst I role focuses on strengthening data handling practices so information is cleaner, more reliable, and ready for analysis within set project deadlines. This position supports the creation of analyzable datasets, improves data quality, and helps streamline processes tied to data cleaning and management.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain custom applications that support data entry, database administration, and reporting needs.
• Help develop data management plans and standards that promote accurate, timely, and high-quality data while supporting quality assurance and control procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve data management challenges that come up during research study operations.
• Support staff with technical issues involving electronic and remote record-keeping tools, and provide training that improves the quality of collected data.
• Assist medical students, interns, residents, and program faculty with data queries and statistical reporting.
• Stay current on relevant regulations, methods, and technologies used in data management.
• Contribute to manuscripts and other written materials for both internal and external audiences when needed.
• Carry out other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in computer science, statistics, or a related discipline, or an equivalent mix of education and work experience. A master’s degree in a relevant field is preferred. The role typically requires 2-3 years of experience in database application or database management work, ideally within a large medical center or healthcare setting.

Technical skills

Expected tools and systems include Word, Excel, and R. SQL and REDCap are preferred.

Employer information

This position is part of the Emergency Medicine team within the Icahn School of Medicine, under a non-bargaining unit classification. The organization emphasizes inclusion, collaboration, and continuous improvement, with a strong commitment to fair access, respectful workplace practices, and high-quality patient care.

About the organization

Mount Sinai Health System is a major academic medical network in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees across eight hospitals, over 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 laboratories, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. The system is known for advancing healthcare through research, education, community service, and innovative technologies such as artificial intelligence and informatics. Its network includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians, 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers across New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida, and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. It is consistently recognized by major rankings for excellence across multiple specialties, and the Icahn School of Medicine is highly ranked for NIH funding and research productivity.

Equal opportunity statement

The employer maintains an equal opportunity policy and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. The organization aims to create a respectful, supportive environment for employees, trainees, patients, visitors, and the surrounding community.

Compensation

The posted annual salary range for this role is $66,482.07 to $74,250. The final offer may vary depending on experience, education, and operational requirements. Bonuses, incentive pay, differential pay, and other benefits are not included in this range.

Additional information

This is a full-time remote opportunity based in New York, NY.