Jeff Harrington
About Jeff Harrington
Jeff Harrington is a Senior Programmer Analyst II at Mathematica Policy Research, where he has worked since 2014. He has a background in sociology with a BA from the University of Florida and an MA from the University of South Florida, and he has extensive experience in statistical programming and data analysis.
Work at Mathematica
Jeff Harrington has been employed at Mathematica Policy Research since 2014, serving as a Senior Programmer Analyst II. In this role, he provides statistical programming support for various projects, including those associated with the Department of Labor, Institute of Education Sciences, and Food and Nutrition Services. His responsibilities involve applying advanced statistical methodologies and managing complex datasets to support research initiatives.
Previous Experience at Chapin Hall
Prior to his current position, Jeff Harrington worked at Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago as an Associate Researcher from 2008 to 2014. During his six years there, he contributed to research projects by applying statistical analysis and programming skills. His time at Chapin Hall provided him with valuable experience in the field of research and data analysis.
Experience at Mayo Clinic
Jeff Harrington worked as a Statistical Programmer Analyst at Mayo Clinic from 2000 to 2008. Over the course of eight years, he developed his skills in statistical programming and analysis. His role involved working with clinical data and applying statistical methods to support research efforts in the healthcare sector.
Education and Expertise
Jeff Harrington earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sociology from the University of Florida and a Master of Arts (MA) in Sociology from the University of South Florida. His academic background supports his expertise in statistical programming, particularly using SAS and Stata. He is skilled in applied statistical methodologies, including logistic and linear regression, survival analysis, and agreement measures.
Technical Skills and Methodologies
Jeff Harrington possesses expertise in geocoding, mapping, and spatial joins using ESRI ArcGIS 9. He is experienced in managing and analyzing research data across various computing platforms, including MS Windows, UNIX (Sun Solaris), and MVS. His technical skills enable him to effectively handle complex datasets and contribute to research projects across multiple domains.