Biostatistician II

The University of Utah•Salt Lake, UT

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About The Position

The Pediatric Critical Care Division at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an immediate opening for a Biostatistician II to join the Data Coordinating Center ( DCC ). 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 Department of Pediatrics has a defined career ladder for our Biostatisticians and provides growth and professional development opportunities. Positions are designed to provide growth and professional development opportunities, including promotions within a defined career ladder. 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 www.hr.utah.edu/benefits

Requirements

This position requires a solid knowledge of standard statistical analysis procedures with a minimum of a Master’s degree in statistics, biostatistics, or a related field, 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.
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.

Responsibilities

Creates analysis datasets and associated dataset specifications; reviews data for discrepancies and works with the study team to resolve discrepancies. (25%)
Prepares and presents interim and final study results (e.g., tables, figures and reports), interprets results, and describes the statistical analysis methods used. (15%)
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%)
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%)
In consultation with supervising statistician, successfully negotiates timelines and manages competing deadlines. (5%)
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%)
Actively expands own knowledge and understanding of statistical methods and programming. (5%)
Conforms to statistical and shared data coordinating center working guidelines and standard operating procedures. (5%)
With direction from supervising or faculty statistician, assists in the preparation of abstracts, presentations and manuscripts; includes drafting analysis plans. (15%)
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%)

Benefits

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

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