University of Miami · 1 hour ago
BIOSTATISTICIAN 3
Miami, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expThe University of Miami is a leading academic medical center in South Florida, and they are seeking a full-time Biostatistician 3 to provide advanced statistical support in the Department of Pediatrics. The role involves collaborating with Principal Investigators on research studies, supervising junior statisticians, and conducting complex data analyses to support genetic epidemiology studies.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Collaborates with Principal Investigators on the written plans for statistical analysis, estimation of sample size and statistical power
Helps with design and development of research-study databases during the planning stages of genetic epidemiology studies
Supervises junior Biostatisticians on research projects, develops training materials, and helps in the hands-on training of newly hired Biostatisticians
Conducts data management and analysis on both PC and Linux platforms, including programs for human pedigree analysis, basic statistical software, and query-based extraction of data, both clinical and laboratory, from a large relational database
Contributes to all aspects of data analysis including the writing of abstracts and manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication and posters and talks for presentation at scientific meetings
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets
Collaborate with principal investigators and interdisciplinary teams on the design, execution, and analysis of research studies
Perform advanced statistical analyses, including multivariable modeling, survival analysis, longitudinal analysis, and machine-learning and AI methods (e.g., neural networks, SVM)
Provide expert consultation on study design, sample-size calculations, power analyses, and statistical methodologies
Serve as the statistical lead on grant applications and funded projects; assist in the development of study protocols and methodological sections for IRB and funding agencies
Mentor junior statisticians, faculty, trainees, and research staff
Participate in abstract, manuscript, and presentation development; serve as co-author as appropriate
Supervise up to two Master’s-level statisticians and guide junior data analysts or postdocs in statistical work
Maintain and enhance quality assurance in data analysis and reporting in accordance with institutional, federal, and regulatory standards
Stay current with emerging statistical techniques
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in relevant field required
Minimum 7 years of relevant experience, 5 of postdoctoral experience in biostatistical consultation or collaborative research in clinical, health services, or translational science
Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications
Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders
Preferred
PhD in Biostatistics or closely related field (e.g., Epidemiology, Applied Statistics)
Statistical analyses, including multivariable modeling, survival analysis, longitudinal analysis, and machine-learning and AI methods (e.g., neural networks, SVM) certifications
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Tuition remission
And more
Company
University of Miami
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