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Biostatistics Analyst II

Summary

Collect, evaluate, prepare, and/or analyze research data and/or other complex biostatistics data for a specific unit of the institution. Prepare statistical and narrative reports and recommendations, and participates in the analysis and interpretation of data as appropriate. The Biostatistics Analyst II is key for driving innovating health sciences research. Provides statistical analysis for projects throughout the institution and will work with a variety of departments to collect, analyze, and interpret conclusions for data.

Examples of Work

Job functions are specific duties that would be included in the essential functions of the job description.  These functions are not all-inclusive nor do they cover the full extent of the duties performed.

  • Performs complex descriptive and exploratory biostatistics analysis for clinical trials and other high-impact research projects
  • Perform ad-hoc analyses as needed and present results in a clear manner
  • Communicates/presents results to internal faculty or external collaborators and assists with publication and grant development (including writing relevant portions of manuscripts/grants)
  • May serve as personnel on projects with translational impact that change thinking and/or clinical practice.
  • Consults on biostatistics sampling techniques, database alternatives, and on organizing and conducting analyses of operations or research activities
  • Independently develops and completes a range of analyses and reports using inferential statistical measures commonly used in their field; may require modifications of those measures.
  • Co-authors analysis sections of manuscripts and grant submissions with faculty
  • Independently manages projects and workloads
  • May lead, guide, and train staff/student employees, interns, and/or volunteers performing related work

Education and Experience

A Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of appropriate experience

Licensure and Certification

N/A

Supervision

May direct work and assignments of others at the direction of leadership.

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