Biostatistician III

$83,000 - $126,875/Yr

Hospital for Special Surgery - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

Hospitals

About the position

The HSS Research Institute's Program in Biostatistics and Bioinformatics provides comprehensive methodologic and analytic support to clinical, translational, and basic scientists conducting musculoskeletal research at the Hospital for Special Surgery. The Program seeks an individual to join the Outcomes Research group. In this role, you will collaborate with HSS scientific investigators to provide study design and statistical analysis support for a variety of clinical research projects. The Biostatistician III is expected to work independently on several projects and to supervise/mentor 1-2 junior-level biostatisticians (Biostatistician I/II). There will be opportunities for authorship on publications stemming from your work as well as opportunities for teaching residents and fellows. Specifically, the Biostatistician III will offer expertise in study design, execution, analysis, and reporting of musculoskeletal research projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in protocol development including study design, sample size and power calculations and statistical analysis plans.
• Conduct statistical analysis using SAS, R or STATA.
• Communicate results to investigators in writing and meet with investigators to explain findings in a concise and clear manner.
• Responsible for accuracy and timeliness of summary reports, tables, and figures to investigators and study team.
• Collaborate on grants, presentations and manuscripts submitted for publication, including writing of methods sections and analysis plans for incorporation into protocols and grant submissions.
• Contribute to teaching biostatistical methodology to residents, fellows, and other Hospital staff.
• Stay informed on statistical techniques as applied to musculoskeletal research issues by reading journals and/or attending courses/programming meetings.
• Be able to collaborate with peers and to supervise/mentor Biostatisticians I and II.

Requirements

• Master's Degree or higher in biostatistics or related field.
• 6+ years of experience working as a biostatistician.
• Experience in musculoskeletal research is preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Competency in statistical software is Preferred software includes SAS, STATA and R.
• Proficiency in a wide range of statistical methods including regression modelling and longitudinal analysis.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines for deliverables.
• Provide sound methodologic review to an internal scientific review panel.
• Demonstrate good organization skills, effective time management, and the ability to manage several concurrent tasks.
• Maintain a team-oriented approach and possess the ability to cultivate a positive and collegial workplace relationships - demonstrating integrity and ethics at all times.
• Appreciate and understand the connection between individual goals, departmental goals and the organizational mission - while continually seeking ways to improve personally and as a team.

Benefits

• Base pay scale for this position is $83,000.00 - $126,875.00.
• Eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role.