Biostatistician II

George Washington University, United States

Updated: 4 months ago
Location: Rockville, MARYLAND
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION


Job Description Summary:
The Biostatistics Center (BSC) of the Milken Institute School of Public Health is an off-campus research facility of The George Washington University located in Rockville, Maryland. The BSC serves as the coordinating center for large scale multi-center clinical trials and epidemiological studies funded by federal agencies including the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The BSC is a leader in the statistical coordination of major medical research programs of national and international scope. Visit our website at: www.bsc.gwu.edu.
The BSC is seeking an experienced full-time Biostatistician II to work at a data coordinating center for clinical trials. A Biostatistician II participates as a member of a team of academic Biostatisticians and Epidemiologists who collaborate in the conduct of major clinical trials. Ability to utilize previous work experiences to work effectively with both creativity and latitude is expected for success in this role.
Duties most typically performed by the Biostatistician II include leveraging their relevant professional experience to the following:
- Preparing datasets for analysis, and conducting data analysis using advanced statistical procedures using SAS. Creating programming analyses related macros using SAS or R.
- Developing and maintaining reporting systems using SAS.
- Performing data analysis using advanced statistical procedures using statistical software (SAS and R) under supervision of senior staff.
- Performing data management (auditing, editing & analysis) and quality control of study databases.
- Collaborating in the development of analytical plans for addressing selected research questions.
- Documenting any new processes and procedures created in the above tasks.
- Collaborating in the design of studies and with medical investigators to implement methods in collaboration with Center faculty.
- Participating in project development from beginning to end. Participating as a member of a multi-disciplinary team of programmers and researchers to ensure deliverables are completed efficiently.
- Contributing to portions of abstracts, posters, reports and manuscripts for major publications in leading health, medical and other journals and presentations of results.
- Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold an MS or MPH degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, or related field, plus 3 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience must be progressive Master’s level or equivalent experience in Statistics, biostatistics, or epidemiology. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Typical Hiring Range $73,510.14 - $107,354.49 How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

II. POSITION INFORMATION


Campus Location: Rockville, Maryland
College/School/Department: Biostats
Family Research and Labs
Sub-Family Biostatistics
Stream Individual Contributor
Level Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full time -> FTE 1.00
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site? No
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework: No
Required Background Check Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? Yes (University Wide)
Posting Number: R002111
Job Open Date: 01/08/2024
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Similar Positions