Biostatistician

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Overview

Analyzes and interprets data from various sources and develops statistical analysis and programming strategies in support of research projects including: compiling reports, charts, and tables based on established statistical methods to support various research projects. The Statistician 2 is responsible for analyzing and interpreting data from various sources, developing statistical analysis and programming strategies, and supporting research projects. This role involves compiling reports, charts, and tables based on established statistical methods, and providing comprehensive statistical support for multiple projects.

The Statistician collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to design research studies, develop analytical plans, conduct statistical analyses, and interpret results. They are also responsible for managing data, preparing manuscripts, technical reports, and presenting findings to diverse audiences.

Required

Skills and Abilities

1. Proven proficiency in biostatistics, with experience in constructing multivariable linear, logistic, and survival models. Ability to determine appropriate statistical approaches and learn new methods as needed.

2. Strong programming skills, ideally in SAS, R, and/or Python, with the ability to manage complex databases and implement relevant statistical programs.

3. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Ability to communicate technical ideas to non-technical audiences.

4. Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines while working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred

Skills and Abilities

1. PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Develops operational procedures for collection, editing, verification, and management of statistical data.
2. Develops and implements relevant statistical programs to incorporate data from multiple projects.
3. Designs comprehensive relational databases with working knowledge of the scientific applications impacting on the data analysis and reporting.
4. Assists faculty and other research professionals with the formulation and description of appropriate statistical methods.
5. Evaluates research studies and recommends statistical procedures to analyze the data.
6. Carries out comprehensive statistical analysis for a broad spectrum of types of data and types of studies.
7. Integrates the research methodologies of multiple projects into bio-statistical analyses.
8. Prepares reports summarizing the analysis of research data, interpreting the findings and providing conclusions and recommendations.
9. Presents talks, seminars, or other oral presentations on the methodology and analysis used in scientific studies. 10. Assists investigators in preparation of research grant applications by writing research methods sections pertaining to acquisition, analysis, relevance and validity of data. 11. Participates in the preparation of manuscripts that are submitted for peer reviewed publication. 12. May supervise and provide training for lower level or less experienced employees.

13. May perform other duties as assigned. Required

Education and Experience Master's Degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field and four years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required License(s) or Certification(s) Required License(s) or Certification(s):

Job Posting Date

07/17/2026

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Senior Manager;
Senior Program Leader (25)

Salary Range

$82,000.00 - $

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

Hybrid

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

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