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BACKGROUND

The Interdisciplinary Health Science Institute (IHSI) of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign seeks applicants to fill a vacancy for Research Biostatistician to provide consultation and guidance to the clients of the Illinois Biostatistical Core (IBC).

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide expert statistical services and support, including statistical analysis, to Core clients using the appropriate computation and graphical software
Provide consultation to Core clients on study design, sample size calculations, and sample selection techniques
Provide consultation to Core clients on statistical sections of grant proposals, manuscripts, and other written work requiring biostatistical expertise
Have and maintain current knowledge of novel biostatistical methods
Have and maintain current knowledge of software that advances clinical/translational research
Prepare, conduct, and/or participate in training/classes/outreach for Core clients and other stakeholders
Perform other related tasks as needed to further the mission and goals of the IHSI

REQUIREMENTS

Required: Master's degree in applied statistics, biostatistics, or related field. At least 2 years of experience with analyzing data; related experience obtained while training will be considered/accepted. Strong background with standardized and specialized approaches for graphical and numerical data summary, data specifications, and data consistency checks. Proficiency using statistical software and packages (e.g., SAS, R, and SPSS). Experience conceptualizing research study designs and conducting analyses of complex data. Working knowledge or superior understanding of technical and applied principles including, but not limited to, generalized linear models, longitudinal data modeling techniques, missing data models, non-parametric modeling, and survival analysis. Sound judgment and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective communication, interpersonal, organizational, and team work skills. Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in a diverse and fast-paced work environment consisting of multiple and changing priorities, with minimal supervision, under stringent deadlines. Proficiency in commonly-employed software and databases.

PREFERENCES

PhD in applied statistics, biostatistics, or related field. Experience with consulting for health-related research in academic or industrial settings. Experience writing or reviewing statistical analysis plans, grant proposals. Experience with design and/or implementation of statistical training and/or education workshops. Experience with one or more of the following: imaging studies, statistical genetics, clinical trials, large data sets. Ability to contribute to the advancement of applied statistical techniques in biological research. Experience working within a Biostatistics Core and/or Medical College or Medical Center.

TERMS

Proposed start date: As soon as possible after closing date.

LOCALE

Illinois

COMPENSATION

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, all candidates must submit an online profile through https://jobs.illinois.edu by the close of the posting period. Qualified candidates must upload: 1) a letter which details qualifications noted above; 2) resume; and 3) the names and contact information for three professional references. All requested information must be submitted for your application to be considered completed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

For further information, please contact Kate Day, Human Resources, at OVCR-HR[at]illinois.edu.

DEADLINE

Applications must be received by Sunday, May 27th.

POLICY

The University of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer.

The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit http://go.illinois.edu/EEO. To learn more about the University's commitment to diversity, please visit http://www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu

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