Senior Data Systems Administrator Save

About Us:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF) was founded in 2000 with one clear objective: accelerating meaningful therapeutic advances and, ultimately, a cure for Parkinson’s disease (PD). The Foundation applies extraordinary scientific, business and media assets to this singular focus—thus creating a unique and dynamic organization. Since inception, MJFF has quickly grown into the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s disease research, having funded over $2 billion in research projects in both academic and industry labs worldwide.

Core to our philosophy is how we think of our capital and its risk profile relative to other stakeholders in the drug development pipeline. We work aggressively to de-risk various therapeutic strategies and tools in the hopes of building a robust pipeline of new treatments for patients. In order to achieve our mission of finding a cure for PD it is critical that we engage with, and bring together, members of the PD community including researchers, physicians, health professionals and most important, people with Parkinson's and their families.

We believe that to find a cure for PD as quickly as possible, our capital needs to push research forward today—we therefore deliberately hold no endowment or excessive reserves. We instead seek to deploy funds raised as quickly and wisely as possible. MJFF raises over $100 million annually. Today, the Foundation has approximately 250 full-time employees. We offer a collegial and collaborative environment where optimistic problem-solvers and entrepreneurial, resourceful individuals can thrive and make a tangible difference for millions of people living with Parkinson’s disease.

 

Position Summary:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) is seeking top talent for its Senior Data Systems Administrator position.  An experienced Salesforce administrator, this position is pivotal in managing and optimizing our Salesforce CRM platform. The role involves maintaining data accuracy, conducting user training, customizing system configurations, managing security and developing reports and dashboards. Success in this role involves building and maintaining relationships with our key technology stakeholders and end users. This role is perfect for individuals with a strong Salesforce administration foundation who are passionate about leveraging technology to support organizational goals.

 

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Stakeholder engagement: fosters good working relationships with teams using Salesforce by understanding their needs and helping them map their business processes onto our CRM technology.
• User Training and Support: Lead training sessions for staff; develop comprehensive user documentation; provide ongoing support and resolve Salesforce-related issues.
• Data Management: Ensure high data quality, including deduplication and data cleanliness; manage data import/export and backup processes.
• Vendor Liaison: Serve as a primary contact for Salesforce vendors and consultants.
• System Configuration: Customize Salesforce to align with business needs, including adjustments to fields, page layouts, workflows, custom objects and formulas.
• Security Management: Oversee user permissions, roles and access controls; ensure compliance with data security regulations.
• Reporting and Dashboards: Create and maintain complex reports and dashboards; analyze data trends to inform decision-making.
• Process Automation: Utilize tools like Process Builder and Flow for business process efficiency; manage workflow rules and system triggers.
• Integration Management: Handle integrations with external systems and applications.
• Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitor system performance; implement corrective actions and continual system improvements.
• May be responsible for providing guidance to peers on routine tasks.
• Stay Current with Updates: Keep abreast of Salesforce updates and ensure smooth transition and adoption of new features.

 

Qualifications and Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in Salesforce administration and system optimization.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data visualization and analytics platforms.
• Excellent training and communication skills for effective training and user support.
• Experience in managing data security and compliance within Salesforce.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external vendors.

 

Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $130,000.  In addition to salary, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF) offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 15+ options for medical insurance (with MJFF 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 days Paid Time Off (PTO); 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days; 2 Personal Days; summer Fridays (office closure at 2pm) and a summer holiday week over July 4.
• Two ways of working: hybrid-flex, or remote work.  We trust all employees to work closely with their manager and colleagues to determine when, where and how programs and projects get done. 

Employees are also eligible for a discretionary bonus on an annual basis. MJFF provides staff and leadership cultivation through regular training courses and events. 

 

Vaccine Statement: 
At The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF), the health and safety of our team and our community is a priority. MJFF has made the decision to require all staff receive the COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment. Successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated by date of hire and proof of vaccine is required. Full vaccination is defined as two weeks after both doses of two-dose vaccine or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine has been administered. Anyone unable to be vaccinated, because of medical or religious reasons, can request a reasonable accommodation for consideration.

 

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter describing their specific qualifications and interest in the position.

MJFF is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who will contribute to our efforts to build and support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Diversity may refer to characteristics including, but not limited to, race, religion, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic circumstance, geographic background, ability and disability, political ideology and age.