Open Rank-Instructor, Sr. Instructor (Research Scientist/Research Senior Scientist)

Job Summary:

The incumbent filling this biostatistician position will serve at the rank of Scientist or Senior Scientist. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) faculty position in a research lab with long-term stable federal grant funding.. Work will occur on campus (in person). The position will be embedded within the C3 Lab and work closely alongside a multi-disciplinary team of energetic clinician-investigators (especially the lab PI), a program manager, project leads, Masters’ analysts/programmers, professional research assistants, and other research staff. The incumbent will be responsible for organizing and overseeing other C3 Lab staff involved in data analyses, such as junior statisticians, data analysts, and research assistants. Incumbent. The incumbent will also engage with clinical and public health research experts at all levels within the broader University.

The successful candidate will have a passion for collaborative research and will contribute in the areas of study design, data management, a broad range of statistical analysis, and scientific writing (manuscript and grant preparation). In addition, the candidate should be able to work independently, manage a portfolio of projects including developing and managing project timelines, and have strong communication skills. Specific tasks will include, but not be limited to, designing and writing statistical analysis plans, writing statistical programs in SAS or R to analyze data collected from various research projects, and supporting presentation and publication of results, including advanced figure and table creation.

This position will exercise a large degree of independence and work under supervision of the PI to conduct our clinically-relevant research overseas. The job is in-person and duties will be performed on the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO.

Domestic travel may be intermittently required to attend domestic scientific conferences/meetings or to present to stakeholder groups. International travel is not required but is recommended to help improve the incumbent’s understanding of the foreign context and health system of the research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with multiple Emergency Medicine research faculty and staff to provide high-level, professional, and scientifically rigorous data management and quantitative analysis;
• Develop and describe robust analytic plans for a broad range of clinical research including analyses such as multivariable modeling, survival analysis, longitudinal data analysis, large databases/registries, weighted surveys, propensity scores, and clinical trials (including adaptive and cluster randomized designs). Experience with genomic/metabolic analyses is not required;
• Work with research staff to create high-level systems of data collection and management;
• Conduct simple and complex data analyses, including high-quality visual representation of data and results;
• Lead research staff in preparing data for analysis;
• Collaborate on grant application writing, including study design, analysis plans, and sample size calculations;
• Collaborate with other research team members to co-author abstracts, oral and poster presentations, and scientific manuscripts;
• Compared to the Scientist, the Senior Scientist will develop and conduct more complex analyses, exercise more autonomy in duties, and assume larger managerial roles in projects. 

The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority. 

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Emergency Medicine conducts ground-breaking research into areas such as trauma, injury prevention, global health, opioid misuse, critical care, mental health, pharmacogenomics, toxicology, and healthcare policy.  The Department values team members who are eager to pursue further training and exciting career growth as a researcher and professional. 

The C3 Global Trauma Network , led by principal investigator (PI) Dr. Nee-Kofi Mould-Millman, MD PhD MSCS, conducts innovative, collaborative, federally-funded physical trauma and injury care clinical research, predominantly in high-trauma international settings. The C3 Network is comprised of multi-disciplinary collaborators and institutions that are both in the United States and in South Africa. The scientific core of the C3 Network, which includes the data and analytic hub, is termed the C3 “Lab”. The C3 Lab operates within the Department of Emergency Medicine and is located on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado. The C3 Lab is comprised of a program manager, data managers, coders/analysts/programmers, professional research assistants, and other clinician-investigators who all work on-site. The C3 Lab is not a “wet lab” (we analyze data from clinical research, not bench research).

The C3 Network seeks to generate high-quality evidence to enhance early trauma care, with a special focus on improving patient outcomes in resource-constrained settings (particularly, in lower-income countries). The C3 Network conducts a variety of rigorous observational and interventional methodologies are used to fill contemporary clinical knowledge gaps. The C3 Network has a track record of NIH and U.S. Department of Defense funding, including dozens of published peer-reviewed manuscripts and scientific presentations. Our research also deliberately seeks to fill clinical and scientific gaps for civilians worldwide and the U.S. military.

The C3 Network and Lab has a particular focus on improving the care of the most critical trauma patients (for example, those experiencing major bleeding or head injuries victims from gun violence and severe car crashes) by generating and applying evidence and by discovering and testing promising care strategies. Examples of strategies include medications and therapeutics (such as blood products) and life-saving interventions and surgeries. Timeliness to interventions, and time to development of outcomes, is an important scientific element of our work. Research outcomes commonly include morbidity (e.g., disability, organ failure, hospital length of stay) and mortality (early e.g., 24-hours, and late e.g., 30-days). The research team focuses on both observational studies and interventional studies related to emergency and trauma care for life-threatening injuries in resource-constrained settings, with a current focus in South Africa. Our discoveries in these areas will propel forward the field of trauma care and help reduce death and disability worldwide.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness .

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:  

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Scientist/Instructor:

• Doctoral Degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, health-related data science, or related field.
• At least two years of experience (post-degree) working in an academic medical or research setting (post-doctoral training period may be counted towards the two years’ experience).

Senior Scientist/Senior Instructor:

• Doctoral Degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, health-related data science, or related field.
• At least three years of experience (post-degree) working in an academic medical or research setting (post-doctoral training period may be counted towards the two years’ experience). 

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least five years of experience (post-degree) working in an academic medical or research setting.
• At least three years of SAS or R programming experience for Scientist, and five years of SAS or R programming experience for Senior Scientist, with strong programming skills.
• Prior success as a collaborative biostatistician/analyst, working with multiple investigators on multiple projects
• Expertise as a biostatistician/analyst in clinical (patient-oriented) biomedical research
• Knowledge of multivariable modeling, survival analysis, longitudinal data analysis, propensity scores, and causal inference
• Experience with scientific writing, including manuscript and grant preparation
• Strong interest or previous experience working in global health, emergency care, or trauma-related research
• Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems)
• Experience with and understanding of medical terminology

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Highly self-motivated
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proactive communicator
• Excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Ability to think creatively and work independently
• Excellent team player
• Positive attitude and the ability to work with a variety of research faculty and staff
• Ability to solve complex problems and apply state-of-the-art quantitative analytical approaches
• Exceptional project management and time management skills with ability to manage multiple projects or requests simultaneously 

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1.    A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2.    Curriculum vitae / Resume

3.    Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers .

Questions should be directed to: John Perry: [email protected]  

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 6/28/2024  

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range ) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Scientist/Instructor: $90,000 - $110,000

Senior Scientist/Senior Instructor: $100,000 - $120,000

The above salary range (or hiring range ) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] ​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .