Biostatistician I

Biostatistician I

Job Summary

The Cancer Biostatistics Shared Resource (CBSR) at Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) of the University of Utah is seeking a MS statistician to carry out statistical analyses in collaboration with cancer investigators.
We are a group of biostatisticians in Cancer Biostatistics Shared Resource (CBSR) engaged in a wide range of collaborations from basic science, high-dimensional multiomics data analyses, translational research, epidemiology studies, biomarker selection, to clinical trials at HCI. We interact with other data scientists, bioinformaticians, statisticians, epidemiologists, psychometricians, health economists, survey design researchers, and systematic review experts within the campus. Focus research areas include, although not limited to, the design of clinical trials, observational studies, longitudinal analysis, survival analysis, epidemiologic modeling, Bayesian analysis, modern causal inference, biomarkers analyses, statistical genetics and genomics, computational statistics, methods for the design and conduct of systematic reviews, structural equations models, and muti-omics analyses.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve - which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming - with impact worldwide.
In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute's mission and this position.

Responsibilities
Essential Functions1. Provides basic statistical analysis support2. Reviews data for discrepancies, interacts with data managers, and creates analysis datasets3. Prepares and communicates statistical results in written and oral summary4. Conforms to statistical programming and analysis standards5. Works collaboratively with supervising and other statisticians in supporting project needs

Problem SolvingEmployees in this position work on multiple tasks simultaneously and, as such, may have competing deadlines or time constraints which may require consultation with their supervisor. Employees may encounter concerns about study design, statistical, or data issues in a project they are working on. Employees should discuss these issues and concerns with a supervising statistician before proceeding on the project.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications
This position requires familiarity with standard statistical analysis procedures with a minimum of a BS degree in statistics, biostatistics, a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); General programming skills or familiarity with at least one statistical programming language such as SAS or R with the ability to independently gain new skills and solve difficult programming challenges; Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is necessary; An ability to work on several projects simultaneously and manage deadlines, and good communication skills.

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Requisition Number: PRN39801B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 01216 - HCI CANCER BIOSTATISTICS
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 58400 to 80000
Close Date:
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/172349


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