Biostatistician
Listed on 2026-08-30
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Biostatistician Job Summary Biostatisticians Job Summary
The University of Utah Data Coordinating Center (DCC) is seeking abiostatistician to join our collaborative, data driven team. The Utah DCC partners with investigators nationwide to provide data management, project management, and statistical expertise forlarge-scale multicenter research studies spanning a wide range of clinical and public health topics. As a member of the team, youwill contribute to study design, perform statistical analysis, and support reporting and dissemination of results across diverseresearch areas.
Ideal candidates bring solid knowledge of standard statisticalprocedures, moderate programming skills in at least one statisticallanguage (such as SAS or R), and familiarity with relational databases and large-scale data systems. Attention to detail, the ability to critically think through complex analyses, and acollaborative approach to problem-solving are essential in this dynamic research environment.
This position offers the opportunity to work closely withinvestigators, data scientists, clinicians, public health experts,and other biostatisticians to advance high-impact research throughdata-driven insights.
The Utah DCC is a full-service Academic Research Organization (ARO) that operates a comprehensive Clinical and Data Coordinating Center. We support investigators and sponsors in academics,government, and industry with end-to-end expertise in researchdesign, management, execution, and analysis. Our mission is to harness the power of collaboration, advance science, move society, and benefit humanity. Our vision is a world where transformativescientific innovation persistently moves society and humanityforward.
Responsibilities- Develop and manage analysis datasets and associated documentation, including dataset specifications and datachecks.
- Perform statistical analyses using standard methods and statistical software (e.g., SAS, R, Stata) and prepareanalytic deliverables such as tables, figures, and reports for interim and final results.
- Interpret and clearly communicate results
including statistical methods, findings, and limitations to both technical and non-technical audiences. - Collaborate with multidisciplinary study teams
including investigators, data managers, and other study staff by providing statistical perspective and input across all study stages(study design, enrollment, and post-enrollment). - Maintain quality assurance and documentationstandards for all analytic work to ensure reproducibility,transparency, and compliance with Utah DCC standard operating procedures.
- Coordinate with supervising and facultybiostatisticians to prioritize and manage competingproject timelines, communicate progress, and proactively addresschallenges in data or design.
- Contribute to manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations including drafting analysis sections,generating summary outputs, and assisting with methodologicalexplanations.
- Support database and data system development
including collaboration on data structure design, data dictionarymaintenance, and familiarity with relational databases (e.g., SQL,REDCap, or other clinical data management systems). - Identify and troubleshoot statistical or data-related issues
, proposing potential solutions and escalating as appropriate. - Engage in continuous professional development
,staying current on statistical methods, programming practices, anddata management tools relevant to clinical and public healthresearch.
The Utah DCC offers a career ladder for biostatisticians and professional development opportunities such as conferenceattendance and other trainings.
This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship. (e.g.H1-B)
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This is posted as open-rank and may be filled at any of the listedjob levels.
ResponsibilitiesBiostatistician Ensure the statistical integrity and accuracy of biomedical or clinical research data. Performstatistical design, modeling, and analysis. Provide statisticalsummaries and reports of studies in support of product development.
Consult with scientists and engineers to ensure proper use ofstatistical methodology and interpretation of results. Programstatistical software packages (e.g., SAS/STAT, Stata, or R) to improve quality and efficiency of life science projects.
Mayrespond to questions from regulatory authorities on statisticalissues.
Biostatistician, IRequires basic skill setand proficiency. Conducts work assignments as directed. Closelysupervised with little latitude for independent judgment.
Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.
This is an Entry-Level position in the General Professional track.
Job Code: P57141
Grade: P16
Biostatistician, II Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conducts work assignments of increasingcomplexity, under…
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