Biostatistician

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This is an incredible opportunity to join a productive and collegial academic environment and work with an outstanding group of researchers. The Division of Pediatric Critical Care at the University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine has an immediate opening for a PhD Biostatistician. The Biostatistician will join a nationally recognized research team and data coordinating center in the Division of Pediatric Critical Care in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah. The Biostatistician will collaborate with internal and external investigators in the design and implementation of clinical studies as well as interpretation of results manuscript and presentation preparation and dissemination of findings. In addition to serving in leadership roles on several multicenter research networks and studies the Biostatistician may be asked to assist with study design and data interpretation for investigators within the Department of Pediatrics as needed and as available (although the primary focus of this position will be on the research networks). The Biostatistician will be expected to attend regular meetings related to projectspecific and Center activities. In addition to analytic services there is an expectation for academic productivity including education investigation/scholarly activity and administration/service. Qualified candidates must have a Ph.D. in Biostatistics Statistics or a related field and experience as a biostatistician in clinical trials cohort studies and/or research networks. Excellent communication skills with both statistical and nonstatistical audiences is vital. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Research or Tenure Track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications. The Department and University offers a competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program including noncontributory retirement contributions of 20.2 of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to foster success in translational or basic research quality improvement engagement and excellence as educators. Salt Lake City offers an incredible quality of life with a growing economy rich cultural scene with ballet theatre symphony opera live music museums outstanding restaurants and a moderate cost of living. The city is a wellknown ski destination and a gateway to the states renowned landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts Utah boasts five scenic national parks (with five more within a days drive) a variety of golf courses allowing for yearround play hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails (some leaving from adjacent to the hospital) and numerous other outdoor activities. Interested individuals can apply for the position at: . Cover letter and curriculum vitae will be required. For additional information about the position please contact: Larry Cook Ph.D. Professor at . The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration excellence leadership and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion collaboration innovation accountability diversity integrity quality and trust that is integral to our mission.