Biostatistician | School of Medicine - Pediatrics, Innovation Research

Emory•Atlanta, GA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. This role involves developing and analyzing research data using statistical methods, assisting researchers with study protocols and computer analyses, managing computer systems, writing programs, and providing statistical expertise. The biostatistician will work effectively within a group setting on data collection instruments, study design, database management, statistical programming, data analysis, statistical graphics, and report writing. The primary goal is to work with medical investigators to develop a clear, mutual understanding of the clinical research problem, leading to better-designed studies. This role offers the opportunity to work from home regularly but requires commuting to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based on business needs and residency in Georgia.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in statistics, biostatistics, computer science, or a related field and two years related experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
Basic knowledge of study design.
Strong organizational and time management abilities.
Excellent oral and written communication skills on scientific and technical issues.
Residency in the state of GA.

Nice To Haves

A master's degree in statistics, biostatistics, epidemiology, or a related field.
Background in statistics, biostatistics, epidemiology, and/or other related quantitative field.
Attention to schedule (deadlines) and accurate assessment of time needed to complete projects.
Co-authorship on a clinical paper.

Responsibilities

Develops and analyzes a variety of research data using statistical methods.
Assists researchers in developing appropriate study protocols and computer analyses.
Manages computer systems, writes programs, and trains others in the use of systems.
Provides statistical expertise in the areas of study design and data analysis to investigators/researchers interested in conducting clinical or experimental studies.
Works effectively within a group setting in areas of design of data collection instruments, study design, database management, statistical programming, analysis of data, statistical graphics, and writing of reports which include explanations of methods used and interpretation of results obtained.
Consults with investigators to determine questions of interest and data needed to address those questions.
Determines and carries out appropriate statistical analyses.
Interprets and presents data descriptions and analysis results including the explanation of statistical techniques used, the assumptions made and the generalization of results.
Documents methods and results through preparation of interdepartmental memoranda and reports.
Performs related responsibilities as assigned.
Works with faculty or staff biostatisticians to provide study design expertise (scientific collaboration) to investigators/researchers interested in conducting a variety of clinical studies (both retrospective and prospective studies).
Consults with investigators to determine an important question of interest that will yield new knowledge and identify the outcome appropriate to address that question.
Develops and implements data management and quality control plans for larger clinical studies within a team-science environment.
Learns fundamentals of using data management software (query system and edit checks for quality control).
Performs routine statistical analyses under the supervision of faculty and/or staff (senior/lead/principal biostatisticians) in a team science environment.
Works with faculty or staff to draft statistical methods, the data management plan, and Results section for medical manuscripts.
Documents methods and results through preparation of memoranda and reports.
Attends meetings with more experienced statisticians to develop the skills necessary to be an effective consultant.
Continues to develop statistical programming skills (SAS, R, STATA).
Refines technical writing skills necessary to summarize the results of analysis based on implementation of a statistical analysis plan.
Invests time to learn both a generalist’s breath and a specialist knowledge to effectively collaborate on medical research projects.
Learns to effectively communicate with medical investigators on scientific issues.
Ensures good clinical practice through quality data (data and reported results are credible and accurate) and ethics (security and confidentiality of subjects’ data are protected).
Develops expertise in the design and development of Case Report Forms (CRFs) based on the data collection requirements dictated by the study protocol and manual of procedures.
Designs and generates tables and statistical graphics needed for medical manuscripts.
Works with faculty or staff to address issues identified through peer review of medical manuscripts.
Learns to identify and draft a description of study limitations that should be communicated to the reader of peer reviewed studies.