Biostatistical Analyst II (Remote Capable)

Geisinger•Work from home (Pennsylvania), PA

23h•Remote

About The Position

The Biostatistics Core at Geisinger collaborates closely with researchers across the health system, providing comprehensive support throughout all stages of the research process—from proposal development to data analysis and interpretation. The Core consists of 10 members with a mix of MS- and PhD level positions. Members collaborate with departments across the health system including Community Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, Otolaryngology, Pediatrics, Women’s Health, among others and support full-time research faculty on grant related efforts. The Biostatistics Core is seeking a full-time master’s-level biostatistician. This position has the potential to be remote, depending on the candidate.

Requirements

Master’s degree in biostatistics or related field
At least 4 years of consulting experience in a healthcare environment
Solid understanding of clinical research
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to handle multiple projects to meet deadlines in a multidisciplinary research environment
Experience managing large datasets in a healthcare environment is required.
Experience in programming for data management and complex data analysis using SAS or R.
Experience in logistic regression, time-to-event (survival), and observational data analysis methods are essential as well as the fundamentals of model building.
Advanced skills and knowledge in biostatistics, statistical methods in medical and clinical research, and epidemiology.
Demonstrates excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate quantitative information to medical personnel and administrative staff.
Strong interpersonal skills and positive attitude to work effectively in a team environment
Possesses the critical thinking skills needed to provide statistical support to clinical investigators.
Experienced SAS or R programmer for both data manipulation and statistical analysis.
Detail-oriented with excellent validation and documentation skills.
Independently uses time management and organizational skills to successfully prioritize concurrent projects.
Demonstrates sound judgment and resourcefulness.
Master's degree in biostatistics or a closely related field, required.
Experience performing statistical analysis in a healthcare environment, 4 years required.
Experience managing large datasets in a healthcare environment, required.
Advanced proficiency with at least one major statistical software package (preferably SAS or R), required.
Master's Degree-Statistics (Required)
Minimum of 4 years-Related work experience (Required)

Nice To Haves

Remote capable

Responsibilities

Refining research questions and hypotheses
Designing studies and selecting variables
Estimating sample size and statistical power
Developing analysis plans
Designing data collection methods and randomization schemes
Managing data and conducting biostatistical analyses
Collaborating on the design of clinical research studies
Writing biostatistical analysis plans for research proposals and internal grants
Calculating sample size and power
Managing, analyzing, and interpreting study data and results
Contributing to study publications
Educating members of the research team in statistical methods and study design
Independently provides statistical consultations or collaborations with clinical principal investigators.
Includes developing the appropriate study design, determining the type of analysis for selected studies and designing appropriate methods of data collection, preparing publication quality graphics, and assisting in manuscript preparation as needed.
Educates residents and staff on statistical techniques and methods of analysis.
Acquires and installs upgrades and effectively uses the most current versions of the major statistical packages.
Participates in research committees.