Biostatistician

Biostatistician Requisition

Working Title:

Biostatistician

Position Grade: 15

The Division of Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Preventive Medicine, within the Department of Internal Medicine, is seeking a Biostatistician to support the design and analysis of research studies in UNMHSC. The successful candidate will have expertise in data management and analysis using software package such as R or SAS; experience in electronic medical record database, database software such as SQL, data quality control, and design and analysis of clinical research studies.

The Division of Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Preventive Medicine has a robust research portfolio that includes research studies based on randomized controlled trials, observational studies, and large administrative databases to address a broad variety of health services and other research questions. The Division maintains close ties to many UNM Health Sciences Center departments, centers, and colleges. There extensive opportunities for carrying out research in collaboration with other HSC programs and in areas including cardiology, neuroscience, nephrology, environmental health, and health service research.

• 1. Designs, analyzes, implements, and reports findings on targeted statistical research studies; provides consultation to investigators and researchers on experimental design and statistical research approaches, requirements, and scientific standards to advance medical knowledge and improve research in public health.
• 2. Works with investigators to formalize analysis plans and reporting specifications; advises as to choice of statistical analysis strategies, reliability of measurements and identifiability of models, and interpretation and presentation of statistical results.
• 3. Builds and sustains collaborative relationships with individuals in different disciplines and serves as subject-matter expert for research teams, internal and external committees, and other constituencies and collaborators.
• 4. Assists in the preparation of clinical trial documents and reports, protocols, investigator brochures, scientific abstracts, peer-reviewed manuscripts, and responses to requests from regulatory agencies, local Institutional Review Board, and other health authorities.
• 5. Reviews and analyzes safety reporting, biomarker analyses and other aspects of clinical trial monitoring.
• 6. Plans and documents computer data file structure; develops, programs, manages, and maintains complex statistical databases; performs or supervises data entry.
• 7. Uses a variety of advanced statistical software, methods, and techniques to gather, analyze, and interpret research data to derive useful information for research data; advises and assists in the development of inferences and conclusions, as appropriate.
• 8. Develops enhancements to statistical software, as appropriate, by programming new techniques; maintains knowledge of current and emerging trends in statistical analysis methodology.
• 9. Oversees and coordinates the work of statistical support staff, data entry staff, and/or students, as appropriate to the position, on a project, site, or operational basis.
• 10. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of scientific approach and methodologies.
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles, concepts, methods, and standards of statistical research.
• Ability to apply a range of advanced statistical techniques in support of scientific research studies and/or experiments.
• Ability to process computer data and to format and generate reports.
• Ability to consult with scientific investigators, interpret research requirements, and determine statistical analysis strategies.
• Ability to plan, create, program and manage complex statistical computer databases.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and draw conclusions from complex statistical information.
• Knowledge of current and emerging trends in advanced statistical analysis for scientific application.
• Knowledge of SAS programming and/or other statistical software.
• Knowledge of scientific reporting and manuscript preparation requirements and standards.
• Ability to work in a team environment to design, analyze, and report on research projects.
• Strong analytical communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and leadership to professional personnel in area of expertise.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize projects.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of probability and medical statistics theory.
• Knowledge of data management principles and regulatory requirements for clinical trials and medical research.
• Strong focus and quality and timely delivery of work.

• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Master's degree; at least 3 years of…