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Senior Data Portfolio Manager

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research
Location
United States
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Translational Research
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Relevant experience in data management, analytics, data science, or related field (neuroscience preferred)
  • Relevant experience and interest in open science, open data, and bioinformatics
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills across various mediums
  • Extremely organized with strong attention to detail
  • Demonstrate initiative and independence to identify short and long-term portfolio needs
Nice to have
  • Understanding of data product design, software development lifecycles, and data usability
  • Action-oriented, diplomatic, agile, and proven team-advocate with the ability to balance short-term deadlines with multi-year priorities
What the job really is

The Senior Data Portfolio Manager at the Michael J. Fox Foundation will manage and coordinate research data across the Foundation’s funded portfolio. This role involves working with scientific portfolio managers to identify data management needs, guiding data collection and standardization, and ensuring datasets are organized and accessible for the research community. The position also includes facilitating collaboration among internal teams and external partners, developing data standards, and tracking data deliverables.

Benefits
  • 15+ options for medical insurance (with the Foundation paying 90 percent of the premiums)
  • Competitive dental and vision plans
  • 401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Employer paid life and disability insurance
  • 18 Vacation Days; 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days; 2 Personal Days; summer Fridays (office closure at 2pm) and a summer holiday week over July 4
Things to weigh
  • No specific salary listed, but range provided is $110,000 — $130,000 USD
  • Role involves significant collaboration across various teams, which may require strong interpersonal skills
  • Focus on compliance and governance may add complexity to data management tasks
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