Biostatistician II

Biostatistician II

Job Summary

Job Summary:  
The Utah Data Coordinating Center (DCC) at the University of Utah has an immediate opening for a Biostatistician II.  The DCC provides data management, project management and statistical support for multicenter, investigator-initiated and industry clinical research studies of various diseases and medical fields, including Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Care Medicine, Cardiology, Pediatric Colorectal, Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis, Concussion, Hydrocephalus, Neuromyelitis Optica and Scleroderma.  This is an exciting opportunity to provide statistical support for DCC projects.  
 
The DCC has a defined career ladder for our Biostatisticians and provides growth and professional development opportunities. 
 
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates
• 14.2% retirement contributions that vest immediately
• Generous paid leave time 
• 11 paid Holidays per year
• 50% tuition reduction for employee, spouse, and dependent children
• Flex spending accounts
• Free transit on most UTA services
• Employee discounts on a variety of products and services including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
• Professional development opportunities

Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/ 
 

Responsibilities
Essential Functions: This position will provide statistical support for clinical research studies within the Utah DCC at the University of Utah. Specifically, the primary areas of responsibility will be as follows:

1. Creates analysis datasets and associated dataset specifications; reviews data for discrepancies and works with the study team to resolve discrepancies. (25%)
2. Prepares and presents interim and final study results (e.g., tables, figures and reports), interprets results, and describes the statistical analysis methods used. (15%)
3. Works collaboratively with study team to support project needs and provide statistical perspective during all project stages (planning, enrollment, and post enrollment). This includes reviewing study materials prepared by other team members. (10%)
4. With direction from supervising statistician, coordinates study statistical team to support project needs. This includes completing quality assurance procedures, ensuring statistical documentation is current, and archiving materials for completed deliverables. (10%)
5. In consultation with supervising statistician, successfully negotiates timelines and manages competing deadlines. (5%)
6. Recognizes potential areas of concern related to study design, statistical, or data issues. Works to understand issues, identifies potential solutions, and consults with supervising or faculty statistician. (5%)
7. Actively expands own knowledge and understanding of statistical methods and programming. (5%)
8. Conforms to statistical and shared data coordinating center working guidelines and standard operating procedures. (5%)
9. With direction from supervising or faculty statistician, assists in the preparation of abstracts, presentations and manuscripts; includes drafting analysis plans. (15%)
10. With direction from supervising or faculty statistician, communicates with study investigators and other clinicians regarding statistical issues, analysis planning, study results, and the interpretation of study results. (5%)
    
    

Minimum Qualifications
This position requires a solid knowledge of standard statistical analysis procedures with a minimum of an MS degree in statistics, biostatistics, a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), and demonstrated knowledge of at least one statistical programming language such as SAS or R. Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). An ability to work on several projects simultaneously and manage deadlines, and excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain statistical techniques and present data results.

Preferences
Dept. Preferences: Candidates with clinical or pharmaceutical research experience will be given preference. Advanced SAS programming skills, including data manipulation, are an asset.

Special Instructions


Requisition Number: PRN39848B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday through Friday from 8am-5pm.
Department: 00848 - Pediatric Administration
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $47,600-$84,249
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/171103


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