Biostatistician
Department: Arthritis & Clinical Immunology - James
Job Summary/Basic Function:
Performs biostatistic analyses of clinical trial and experimental data to aid in the diagnosis, treatment and understanding of autoimmune disease. Develops data analysis plans, including power calculations. Performs a wide variety of analyses, including but not limited to parametric and non-parametric statistics. Evaluates the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data and to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, accuracy, reliability and usability of data. Reports results of statistical analyses, including information in the form of graphs, charts, and tables. Conveys results for presentations to non-statistical audiences. Analyzes and interprets statistical data and prepares conclusions. Assists with data visualization. Identifies relationships and trends in data, as well as any factors that could affect the results of research. Assists scientists in designing experiments to facilitate correct analysis of data. Plans data collection methods for specific projects and determines the types and sizes of sample groups to be used. Queries databases and manages datasets. Assists with uploading final datasets for data sharing.
Works independently and as a team player and perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
OMRF is an independent, not-for-profit biomedical research institute adjacent to the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) campus in Oklahoma City. Oklahoma City offers a dynamic and flourishing downtown area, with low cost of living, short commute times and a diversified economy.
OMRF’s excellence can only be fully realized by individuals who share our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to these values. OMRF is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Applied Mathematics, or equivalent field and two (2) years of relevant consulting in biostatistics experience or some relevant experience OR PhD degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Applied Mathematics, Epidemiology, or equivalent field and some relevant experience. Must have the ability to perform statistical analysis using appropriate statistical software programs.
Must be a team-player with good organizational and communication skills. Must be able to work independently, as well as highly attentive to detail, and dependable.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D in Biostatistics or related field with at least 2 years of relevant biostatistician consulting experience highly desired. Human Immune response in heath and disease experience or clinical trials experience strongly preferred.
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