BACKGROUND

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribution to clinical study design, protocols and study reports preparation Work closely on a team of investigators, lab personnel, and informatics personnel
• Prepare statistical analysis plans
• Perform statistical analyses, including generation of genetic study data summaries and ad-hoc reports
• Accurately estimate time lines and resources needed to meet objective
• Participate in development and testing of novel statistical methods for genetic data
• Work closely with research informatics scientists on development and testing of novel software encapsulating new statistical methods
• Ensure completeness, correctness and integrity of analyses and datasets

REQUIREMENTS

PREFERENCES

• Ph.D. degree in statistics or related field
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated expertise in team-oriented environments
• Good problem solving skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated willingness to be hands-on and pro-active
• Proficiency in statistical programming environments such as SAS, R, or SUDAAN
• Able to multitask, work independently, and set own priorities, while maintaining accuracy and attention to details
• Able to work effectively with internal and external colleagues and collaborators
• Ability to communicate statistical concepts and data analysis interpretations to non-statisticians
• Experience with large data sets, such as those used in GWAS and large cohort studies
• Significant experience with statistical aspects of study design, including power calculations
• Minimum 2 years experience providing data analysis support to researchers in genomics

TERMS

HOW TO APPLY