Biostatistician II Department of Biostatistics

The Department of Biostatistics Clinical Trials Data Management Center is seeking candidates for the position of BiostatisticianII. This position under the direction of the team leaders will conduct analyses communicate findings to collaborators and collaborate with a team of biostatisticians engaged in multi-center clinical research.Together the Biostatistics team is responsible for the development of all statistical analysis plans randomization schemes statistical reports and analyses as well as overseeing all data sharing activities and providing statistical support for publications. This team works closely with all teams in the Center to design data collection forms using data standards and to produce FAIR (findable accessible interoperable and reusable) datasets. This position is part of a team that is actively engaged in all aspects of ongoing multi-center study operations at the Center and may be responsible for managing more than one project at a time and working with multiple clinicians with varying goals backgrounds and specialties.

Candidates with less than two years of experience should consider reviewing the position requisition for a Biostatistician I (ID: )

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND SPECIFIC JOB TASKS

Consultation: May advise investigators on the design of studies including statistical and operational aspects. Prepares statistical sections for complex studies. Communicates key statistical findings to team leaders and investigators. Writes reports of statistical analyses and prepares written materials for funding agencies and others.

Statistical Analysis:Prepares and reviews data for validity and accuracy and recommends additional statistical tests and complex modifications to the statistical analysis. Creates tests and validates complex programs that generate data analyses data summaries and data listings for reports using statistical packages or programming languages. May design test and validate simulation studies for sample size calculations and to examine small samples and other properties of statistical methods. Assists with developing statistical analysis plans. Assists investigators in the design and implementation of complex statistical analysis. Organizes documents maintains and archives statistical analysis programs data sets and results. Prepares data sets for public use and reporting to appropriate funding agencies following all guidelines. May develop and apply new methods and trends in data analysis techniques to data sets. May develop and apply innovative applications of existing methodologies to data sets. Analyze and report on methods and trends in data analysis techniques and applies them to data sets with minimal oversight.

Presentation/Publication Assistance:Prepares the statistical analysis sections for research presentations and publications. May assist in the preparation of grant applications. May lead presentations for conferences.

Human Resources/Leadership: Provides mentorship to other statisticians and across teams as well as supervision of project specific tasks. Participates in the team approach to development of general goals for the CTSDMC. May assist in training new staff.

Position and Application Details:

This position is eligible for on campus hybrid and remote work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy work arrangements will be reviewed annually and must comply with theremote work program and related policiesandemployee travel policy when working at a remote location.

To be considered for an interview applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a Relevant File to the submission:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For questions contact Kay Shie kay-shie@.

Benefits Highlights:

This is a regular salaried position. Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health dental life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at:Benefits University Human Resources - The University of Iowa ()

Additional Information

Classification Title: Biostatistician II

Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific

Schedule: Full-time position

Work Modality Options: on-campus/Hybrid/remote within Iowa negotiable

Compensation

Pay Level: 5A

Contact Information:

Organization: College of Public Health

Contact Name: Kay Shie

Contact Email: