What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Programmer/Analyst II. position at Dartmouth College?
Position Details
Position Information
Posting date 05/12/2026
Closing date
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Number 1129580
Position Title Research Programmer/Analyst II
Hiring Range Minimum $79,500
Hiring Range Maximum $99,400
Union Type Not a Union Position
SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status Exempt
Employment Category Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year 12
Scheduled Hours per Week 40
Schedule
M-F 8:00AM-5:00PM
Location of Position
Lebanon, NH
Remote Work Eligibility? Remote eligible
Is this a term position? No
If yes, length of term in months. NA
Is this a grant funded position? Yes
Position Purpose
To support research programming and analytic activities for principal investigators and their project teams at The Dartmouth Institute using administrative claims datasets and other supporting data that will eventually lead to the publication of health services and economics research work, presentations, and grant proposals.
Description
The Research Programmer/Analyst II will join The Dartmouth Institute’s Center on Health Economics and Policy team using large claims datasets, surveys, and electronic health record data to study how patients use and pay for health care. We seek applicants with experience working with large datasets to join a team implementing economic analyses to inform policy-relevant research.
At The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy & Clinical Practice ( TDI ), we are not just a workplace. We are a community dedicated to improving population health, reducing health disparities, and creating high-performing, sustainable health systems. For over 30 years, we have been at the forefront of health and healthcare, making a tangible difference in people’s lives.
TDI is a collaborative hub of passionate professionals who are experts in various healthcare fields. We work hand in hand with local, state, and national partners, pooling our expertise and resources to develop and implement strategies that address the most pressing health issues facing our community. From preventive care and health education to research and policy advocacy, our multifaceted approach ensures we are making a significant impact.
We pride ourselves on our inclusive and supportive work environment, where every team member’s contribution is valued. By fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth, we empower our employees to achieve their full potential and drive positive change.
Join us at TDI and be part of a dynamic team making a real difference in public health. Together, we can build a healthier future for all.
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities
Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-5875
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Dr. Johnny Huynh, Assistant Professor
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Instructions
A hybrid work arrangement is preferred. A fully remote work arrangement may be considered.
Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/85430
Key Accountabilities
Description
Programming/Analytics: Under the direction of the research project team, identifies appropriate data sources, extracts, merges, transforms, and manipulates dataset structure for optimum analytic structure following programming/analytic specifications.
Percentage Of Time 60%
Description
Technical Documentation: Using GIT ensures consistent source code documentation with logical comments, naming conventions, structure, and organization.
Percentage Of Time 15%
Description
Independently summarizes and delivers results of data linkage activities to the research team(s) in readable, presentation-ready reports, including inclusion/exclusion criteria applied to extracted/combined datasets, flowcharting datasets used to develop extracts, and other requested summaries.
Percentage Of Time 15%
Description
Under the direction of the research project team: Communicates proactively, obtaining agreement with the research team on any and all data/research method decisions before implementation and tracking consistently within technical documentation.
Percentage Of Time 5%
Description
May participate in preparing written grant proposals, research reports, scientific presentations, and published articles.
Percentage Of Time 5%
Position Information
Posting date 05/12/2026
Closing date
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Number 1129580
Position Title Research Programmer/Analyst II
Hiring Range Minimum $79,500
Hiring Range Maximum $99,400
Union Type Not a Union Position
SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status Exempt
Employment Category Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year 12
Scheduled Hours per Week 40
Schedule
M-F 8:00AM-5:00PM
Location of Position
Lebanon, NH
Remote Work Eligibility? Remote eligible
Is this a term position? No
If yes, length of term in months. NA
Is this a grant funded position? Yes
Position Purpose
To support research programming and analytic activities for principal investigators and their project teams at The Dartmouth Institute using administrative claims datasets and other supporting data that will eventually lead to the publication of health services and economics research work, presentations, and grant proposals.
Description
The Research Programmer/Analyst II will join The Dartmouth Institute’s Center on Health Economics and Policy team using large claims datasets, surveys, and electronic health record data to study how patients use and pay for health care. We seek applicants with experience working with large datasets to join a team implementing economic analyses to inform policy-relevant research.
At The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy & Clinical Practice ( TDI ), we are not just a workplace. We are a community dedicated to improving population health, reducing health disparities, and creating high-performing, sustainable health systems. For over 30 years, we have been at the forefront of health and healthcare, making a tangible difference in people’s lives.
TDI is a collaborative hub of passionate professionals who are experts in various healthcare fields. We work hand in hand with local, state, and national partners, pooling our expertise and resources to develop and implement strategies that address the most pressing health issues facing our community. From preventive care and health education to research and policy advocacy, our multifaceted approach ensures we are making a significant impact.
We pride ourselves on our inclusive and supportive work environment, where every team member’s contribution is valued. By fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth, we empower our employees to achieve their full potential and drive positive change.
Join us at TDI and be part of a dynamic team making a real difference in public health. Together, we can build a healthier future for all.
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in programming/analytics or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated experience writing algorithms and implementing statistical methods on structured data.
- Professional experience with SAS , R, and STATA statistical software.
- Experience with medical claims datasets.
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Two years of experience in a research setting.
- Two years of experience in a technical leadership or mentorship role.
- Experience working with medical claims data in CMS’s Virtual Research Data Center ( VRDC )
- Experience with Python, Java, or similar.
- Knowledge of data mining and predictive analytics with machine learning.
Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-5875
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Dr. Johnny Huynh, Assistant Professor
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Instructions
A hybrid work arrangement is preferred. A fully remote work arrangement may be considered.
Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/85430
Key Accountabilities
Description
Programming/Analytics: Under the direction of the research project team, identifies appropriate data sources, extracts, merges, transforms, and manipulates dataset structure for optimum analytic structure following programming/analytic specifications.
Percentage Of Time 60%
Description
Technical Documentation: Using GIT ensures consistent source code documentation with logical comments, naming conventions, structure, and organization.
Percentage Of Time 15%
Description
Independently summarizes and delivers results of data linkage activities to the research team(s) in readable, presentation-ready reports, including inclusion/exclusion criteria applied to extracted/combined datasets, flowcharting datasets used to develop extracts, and other requested summaries.
Percentage Of Time 15%
Description
Under the direction of the research project team: Communicates proactively, obtaining agreement with the research team on any and all data/research method decisions before implementation and tracking consistently within technical documentation.
Percentage Of Time 5%
Description
May participate in preparing written grant proposals, research reports, scientific presentations, and published articles.
Percentage Of Time 5%
- Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary : $79,500 - $99,400