Statistician

22-Feb-2024

School of Public Health - Biostatistics

86668BR

University Job Title

Statistician Entry

Bargaining Unit

None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Associate (21)

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Research/Support

Total # of hours to be worked:

37.5

Work Week

Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Work Location

Medical School Campus

Worksite Address

60 College Street
New Haven, CT 06510

Position Focus:

Statistician needed to assist biostatistics faculty and Ph.D. statisticians and provide statistical support to investigators at the Yale Center for Clinical Investigation (YCCI). Essential Duties of Position: Interact with the biostatistics faculty and Ph.D. statisticians to provide biostatistical and epidemiologic support to clinical investigators from the YCCI from the hypothesis generation phase through the dissemination of results. Independently carry out analyses for many types of data and types of studies including clinical trials and biomarker studies. Extract research data from customizable web-based clinical trials database system such as OnCore, RedCap and EDC, merge files and prepare data for analysis. Prepare written reports that summarize the analysis of research data, interpret the findings and provide conclusions and recommendations. Provide biostatistical consultations and assistance to faculty and others. Meet with investigators to assess data management/statistical needs. Assist investigators in the review/preparation of research protocols, grants and manuscripts for multiple projects (i.e. provide input on study design, data collection, the formulation and description of appropriate statistical methods, sample size requirements and best research methods). Work on several projects concurrently. Perform power calculations and draft written descriptions for grants, protocols and manuscripts. Assist in the training of faculty in the principles of biostatistics and study design through lectures, workshops and one-on-one interactions. The following Principal Responsibilities are generic in nature; the information contained in this Position Focus are most relevant to this position.

Essential Duties

1. Performs a variety of duties involving the application of statistical skills to the design of research studies. Works as a member of a research team/study team to provide appropriate statistical input in the design, execution and analysis of studies. 2. Participates in the development of operations and procedures for the collection, editing, verification and management of statistical data. 3. Operates one or more systems of computer hardware and statistical analysis software for the management and analysis of data. Evaluates the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy. 4. Analyzes and interprets statistical data to identify significant differences in relationships among sources of information. 5. Processes large amounts of data for statistical modeling and graphic analysis, using computers. 6. Investigates, evaluates and prepares reports on applicability, efficiency, and accuracy of statistical methods used in obtaining and evaluation data. 7. Participates in the preparation of written and oral presentations that summarize the analysis of data, interprets the finding and provides conclusions and recommendations. 8. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Master's degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Epidemiology or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Excellent organization skills with the ability to multi-task by setting working priorities among a number of conflicting demands.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Ability to work in a collaborative environment with clinical investigators having differing quantitative and clinical backgrounds.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

Ability to write, discuss and present the statistical aspects of studies with clinical investigators.

Required Skill/Ability 5:

Demonstrated ability using SAS Programming.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

Experience with the following programs: R, STATA, or SPSS.

Weekend Hours Required?

No

Evening Hours Required?

No

Background Check Requirements

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https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement:

University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

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