Biostatistician I - CIBMTR
Summary
The Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research (CIBMTR) provides a unique resource of data and statistical expertise to the scientific community for addressing important issues in hematopoietic cell transplantation and cellular therapies. In the role of Biostatistician I you will responsible for meticulous data management and analysis for multiple ongoing research studies, including data cleaning, description of patient populations, analysis and interpretation of data and conducting outcome analysis. Directs the progress of research studies including management and coordination. Support investigators, scientists and physicians in the development of moderately complex study design, preparation of scientific reports, manuscripts and materials for presentation at national and international meetings. Primary Responsibilities Serve as the primary statistician for CIBMTR research studies and independently collaborate with principal investigators in the development and implementation of complex datasets. Support principal investigators in moderately complex study design; prepare preliminary study tables to assess study feasibility and determining final study population. Prepare moderately complex datasets. Write SAS programs to create or verify key analysis data sets and TLFs. Performs descriptive, univariate, and multivariate (with PhD statistician supervision) analyses. Collaborate with Data Operations staff to resolve data inconsistencies for research studies and projects. Collaborate in standard processes to resolve data inconsistencies. Respond to requests from physicians, patients, pharmaceutical and insurance companies, the media, state and federal government agencies through the CIBMTR Information Request Process. Collaborate on the development of program materials including educational materials, training manuals, marketing materials, websites, and reports. Participate on appropriate committees relevant to the advancement of CIBMTR Statistical Operations activities. Assist in the writing of grants and peer-reviewed scientific publications, providing expertise and statistical content regarding the statistical analysis plan, study population, statistical methodology and description of results. Collaborate with the Statistical Operations administrative staff to support the management of the CIBMTR Scientific Committees. Provide project management for studies and projects to ensure the timely and accurate completion of analyses, reports, and submission of studies for publication. Review clinical study reports and assist in manuscripts submitted for publication. Knowledge – Skills – Abilities Research study design methods, independent problem solving, decision making, statistical analyses. Programming experience with statistical analysis programs, logistic regression and survival analysis, research writing for publication, interpersonal communication and networking, independent research project management, written, oral and presentation skills required. Microsoft Office computer software and Internet skills.
Qualifications
Minimum Required Education: Master’s degree Minimum Required Experience: 1 year Preferred education: Master’s degree in Biostatistics or closely related biomedical field where biostatistical design and analyses comprised the primary course of study. Application in statistical analysis of data from large, long-term, observational epidemiological research studies. Preferred experience: Performing statistical design/analysis of data from large, long-term, observational epidemiological research studies, advanced knowledge of one or more programming languages. Knowledge of data structures and data science techniques. Ability to plan, create, program, and manage complex statistical computer databases. Strong analytical communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize projects. Recent Masters level graduates will be considered. Physical Requirements Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.
Work Environment
Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment. Sensory Acuity Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects. #LI-NK1 Why MCW? Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options 403B Retirement Package Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered Tuition Reimbursement Paid Parental Leave Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Pet Insurance On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc. For a brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits Overview For a full list of positions see: MCW Careers At MCW all of our endeavors, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: Caring – Collaborative – Curiosity – Inclusive – Integrity – Respect. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives through merit-based processes and in alignment with all applicable laws. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. Our values define who we are, what we stand for and how we conduct ourselves at MCW. If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you. For more information, please visit our institutional website. MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination: The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.
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