Research Forensic Data Analyst

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Responsible for conducting complex investigations, audits, and regulatory reviews across the research enterprise. This role provides expert oversight of research risks, financial stewardship, adherence to policies, and compliance with federal, state, sponsor, and institutional requirements. The position will partner closely with Research Operations, Office of General Counsel, HR, Research Management, Internal Audit, and other research support departments to mitigate risk, strengthen controls, and uphold institutional standards of conduct.

Essential Functions

• Conduct confidential investigations involving professional misconduct, financial improprieties, authorship disputes, data integrity concerns, and allegations of violations of institutional policy.
• Collect and analyze evidence, including documents, digital records, interviews, financial data, and research documentation.
• Prepare investigative reports for internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies; present findings to MGB Chief Research Compliance Officer and other senior leaders or oversight committees.
• Review sponsored project activity for compliance with agency guidelines, allowable cost principles, grant terms, and institutional commitments.
• Assess research programs for compliance with conflict of interest, effort commitments, sub-recipient monitoring, data management, and human/animal subject protections.
• Partner with the offices of Research Management, Finance, Contracting, and Research Integrity to resolve compliance issues.
• Participate in compliance risk assessments across research departments.
• Advise leadership and investigators on leading practices for research oversight, internal controls, and risk mitigation.
• Support training and education initiatives on audit readiness, regulatory expectations, and responsible conduct of research.
  
  

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
• Equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree
  
  

Experience

• Previous experience in research compliance, forensic auditing, investigations, or regulatory oversight in a healthcare, academic, or research institution 3-5 years required
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated authority partnering with cross-functional stakeholders and navigating highly sensitive investigations.
• Proficient in analytical, writing, interviewing, and evidence evaluation skills.
• High ethical standards with the ability to handle confidential matters.
• Proficient investigative acumen and critical thinking skills.
• Advanced knowledge of research regulations (NIH Grants Policy Statement, Uniform Guidance 2 CFR 200, PHS COI, FDA, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to draft clear findings and articulate complex issues to executives
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously under tight deadlines.
  
  

Working Schedule

• Hybrid, depending on business needs. On average, onsite required 2 days per week.
  
  

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

399 Revolution Drive

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$79,560.00 - $115,720.80/Annual

Grade

7

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1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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