Biostatistician II

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Job Summary

MGH Biostatistics is hiring a Biostatistician II to conduct research on discovery and validation of biomarkers for the early detection of cancer, development of longitudinal biomarker algorithms for early detection, and design and analyses of retrospective and prospective studies to assess the impact of biomarkers and algorithms on early detection. This research is part of the National Cancer Institute’s Early Detection Research Network (EDRN).Preferred

Degree and

Experience:

Master's Degree in Biostatistics or Statistics Five years of professional experience in statistical analysis and collaborative work in biomedical or clinical research

Preferred

Skills:

Master’s Degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or related field, and five years of professional experience in statistical analysis and collaborative work in biomedical or clinical research

Strong background in statistical programming using R and Stan for advanced inference and data visualization

Strong communication skills including proficiency in written and spoken English Excellent attention to detail

Ability to explain statistical concepts to non-statistical collaborators

Experience with analysis of next generation sequencing (NGS) data, AI methods, machine learning, or deep learning, is an advantage

Optimizing biomarker discovery pipelines

Building longitudinal algorithms for earlier detection - each subject serving as their own control

Optimally combining information across biomarkers and across time Designing biomarker validation studies

Performing inference for early detection clinical trials and observational studies

Developing advanced graphics to support new statistical methods for grant proposals and publications

Generating reports on study progress

Supervising junior biostatisticians performing data validation during studies

Providing training and mentorship for junior biostatisticians

Take on departmental administrative or leadership responsibilities

Assist in hiring, onboarding, training, and mentoring statistical programmers and biostatisticians

Engage in professional development opportunities

Summary

Responsible for collecting data from medical research and analyzing it to draw conclusions or make predictions. Also responsible for developing and executing research studies in collaboration with other statisticians and scientists, monitoring clinical trials to ensure the integrity of the results.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions Develop statistical analysis plans for clinical trials, observational studies, and other biomedical research projects.

Conduct statistical analyses of data from all types of studies, including those with complex designs or requiring sophisticated statistical techniques; begin to oversee biostatisticians and/or statistical programmers.

Generate reports of study progress, including reports for data and safety monitoring boards, and assist in the design of these reports.

Develop programs and guide efforts to perform robust data manipulation and error detection to ensure data integrity.

Provide statistical guidance for grants and other funding proposals.

Assist in hiring, onboarding, training, and mentoring statistical programmers and biostatisticians.

Qualifications Education Master 's Degree Statistics required or Master's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials Experience Advanced  Statistics/Biostatistics Experience 3-5 years required

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Strong background in statistical programming using SAS or R.Strong communication skills, including proficiency in written and spoken…