Senior Biostatistician - School of Medicine Orthopaedics

Emory University•Brookhaven, GA

16h

About The Position

The Senior Biostatistician develops and analyzes research data using statistical methods and supports researchers in designing studies and conducting analyses. The role contributes to selecting statistical methods, planning sample sizes, creating randomization schedules, preparing protocol and manuscript methods sections, and interpreting results. It also develops and validates SAS programs, reviews databases and data edit checks, prepares regulatory submission files, and maintains documentation of methods, programs, and results. The position provides technical guidance and training to junior biostatisticians and other team members, supports project prioritization and personnel activities, and helps review statistical analysis plans, programs, reports, and grant applications. It monitors data collection and quality, helps ensure study protocols are followed, and may estimate budgets for complex clinical studies. Tasks are generally performed in person at an Emory University location; remote-work options may be granted at the department’s discretion and may change with notice.

Requirements

Master's degree in statistics, biostatistics, computer science, or a related field, and three years of experience as a biostatistician, preferably in an academic setting; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
Proficiency in modern high-level statistical languages such as S-PLUS or SAS.
Proficiency in database management.

Nice To Haves

Biostatistics experience in an academic setting.

Responsibilities

Develop and analyze research data using statistical methods.
Assist researchers in developing appropriate study protocols and computer analyses.
Manage computer systems, write programs, and train others in using systems.
Keep abreast of statistical modeling and computing tools.
Participate in selecting statistical methods and tests, calculating sample sizes, and creating randomization schedules.
Prepare statistical methods sections for study protocols.
Review database designs and data edit checks.
Develop and validate SAS programs for statistical analyses.
Interpret statistical results and prepare statistical sections of study reports.
Create and maintain biostatistical documentation, including methods, SAS programs, and results.
Prepare electronic files in appropriate formats for regulatory agency submissions.
Participate in developing standardized procedures for statistical functions.
Review and audit statistical analysis plans, SAS programs, and statistical reports, including tables, listings, and figures.
Provide guidance to junior biostatisticians and serve as a resource to biostatisticians, programmers, and data analysts.
Evaluate and propose statistical methods for data analysis.
Assign and monitor activities of project personnel and assist in setting work priorities.
Participate in training less senior biostatisticians and other team members.
Provide input into evaluations of team members.
Review and help prepare statistical and database management sections of NIH grant applications and other externally supported proposals.
Write statistical methods sections for manuscripts and write or revise quantitative, epidemiologic, and medical manuscript sections.
Help estimate budgets for biostatistical support for complex clinical studies.
Monitor data collection, establish procedures to ensure data quality, and help ensure study protocols are followed.
Perform related responsibilities as assigned.