Biostatistician, Research

$88,795 - $146,494/Yr

Children's Hospital of Orange County - Orange, CA

- Mid Level

Orange, CA

Hospitals

About the position

The Biostatistician - Research will provide support for biostatistical collaborative research, methodology research, and education. This includes biostatistical consultation to researchers, support on study design, data analysis, support for novel biostatistical methodology research, and data management and coordination. Responsibilities include mathematical modeling development, statistical programming and consultation support for investigators/scientists; running simulations for new and existing mathematical approaches to data analysis (including, but not limited to, survival analysis, generalized linear mixed models, and machine learning methods) arising from laboratory studies, clinical trials, and population-based studies; participating in consultations and discussions with researchers; assisting with the preparation of research papers, abstracts, and presentations; keeping current with related research literature; and contributing to grant proposal preparation for future funding. Responsible working proactively and independently to manage multiple collaborative research projects and associated deadlines. Given the fluid nature of research projects in the Research Institute, the incumbent must have a strong interest in ongoing learning and education in an evolving scientific environment. Must demonstrate professional, analytical, and investigative skills to elicit information needed to clarify inquiries and requests or methods and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide biostatistical consultation to researchers.
• Support study design and data analysis.
• Assist with novel biostatistical methodology research.
• Manage data and coordinate research projects.
• Develop mathematical modeling.
• Run simulations for data analysis methods.
• Participate in consultations and discussions with researchers.
• Assist in preparing research papers, abstracts, and presentations.
• Stay current with related research literature.
• Contribute to grant proposal preparation.

Requirements

• MA/MS with minimum four (4) years professional experience as an independent Biostatistician or similar position in a biomedical field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Broad knowledge of theoretical and applied statistics including regression, logistic regression, linear models, survival analysis, and machine learning.
• Strong foundational training in mathematical statistics and probability.
• Highly proficient in SAS/SPSS and proficient in R.
• Experience in simulation programming in R.
• Basic knowledge of Stata and relational databases.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills in English.

Nice-to-haves

• Doctoral degree in biostatistics, statistics, or related quantitative fields.
• Six or more years of professional experience as an independent biostatistician in an academic biomedical research setting.
• Record of independent research and methodology research.
• Experience with large databases such as US Renal Data Systems and SEER data.
• Proficiency in reference management software (e.g., Mendeley, EndNote).
• Experience in the design, monitoring, and statistical analysis of clinical trials.
• Intermediate knowledge of Stata.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range from $88,795 to $146,494 based on experience and education.
• Career development programs.
• Comprehensive benefits offerings.