Specialist - Research-Continuing
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Job Description
Position Summary
We are looking for someone with broad experience in applied statistics. Wed like you to have a strong interest in learning quickly on the job to be passionate about ongoing learning and to value keeping up with best practices.
You will:
- collaborate with MSU faculty on grant proposals and publications;
- apply statistical computational and scientific expertise to the design analysis interpretation and reporting of research studies across a wide range of disciplines;
- mentor MSU graduate students on statistical design and analysis;
- participate in developing and delivering CSTAT workshops to the general University audience.
This is a continuing system appointment on a 12month basis subject to satisfactory progress and continued funding. Our team members choose to work inperson or have hybrid work arrangements (telecommuting within Michigan is permitted up to 3 days per week).
Team members at CSTAT customize their software configurations to meet their specific needs and skillsets but across the team the tools we are using include:
- R and Rstudio (most common) Quarto MPlus Qualtrics SPSS SAS Python SQL Server
- GitHub GitLab and many things open science
- A broad range of statistical methods including causal inference multilevel models survival analysis high dimensional data analysis Bayesian statistics machine learning and more.
The biggest benefit of CSTAT is becoming part of our awesome team. Our talented team members enjoy working with growing with and supporting each other. They also enjoy the following benefits:
- Professional Development:an annual allowance is provided to stay on top of your game with conferences books or membership in professional societies.
- Equal opportunity and diversity:we value everyone regardless of position or seniority andlike to see everyone maximize their impact on CSTAT and are proud toembrace diversity andrespect for each perspectives and backgroundsmakeus thrive and shine.
- Technology:we provide computing equipment and software; access to MSUs high performance computing platform is available.
- Flexible schedule:Flexibility in scheduling and hybrid work arepossible.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin citizenship age disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Doctorate Statistics Biostatistics or related quantitative STEM field
Minimum Requirements
The job requires a Ph.D. in a quantitative field; excellent programming skills in a statistical software e.g. R or Python; a strong background in applied statistical methodology and research data management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong interpersonal skills and written/oral communication skills are essential.
Required Application Materials
- A cover letter explaining your interest in CSTAT statistics experience and commitment to DEI (max 23 pages).
- A CV citing education research experience andprofessional development activities.
- Contact information for three references (letters will only be solicited if you are selected for an interview).
Review of Applications Begins On
02/01/2025
Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remotefriendly. Remotefriendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
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Statement
CSTAT is a unit within the Office of Research and Innovation at MSU and has a proud tradition of collaborating with internationally renowned researchers. CSTAT provides employees with a diverse challenging set of duties that foster learning new skills and knowledge and a collegial environment where employees regularly share information ideas resources and solutions to problems. CSTAT invests in employees by providing onthejob training mentoring and coaching; and providing financial support for professional development.
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing lifechanging opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degreegranting colleges.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
