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Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Develops and analyzes a variety of research data using statistical methods.

+ Assists researchers in developing appropriate study protocols and computer analyses.

+ Manages computer systems, writes programs, and trains others in the use of systems.

+ Provides statistical expertise in the areas of study design and data analysis to investigators/researchers interested in conducting clinical or experimental studies.

+ Works effectively within a group setting in areas of design of data collection instruments, study design, database management, statistical programming, analysis of data, statistical graphics, and writing of reports which include explanations of methods used and interpretation of results obtained.

+ Consults with investigators to determine questions of interest and data needed to address those questions.

+ Determines and carries out appropriate statistical analyses.

+ Interprets and presents data descriptions and analysis results including the explanation of statistical techniques used, the assumptions made and the generalization of results.

+ Documents methods and results through preparation of interdepartmental memoranda and reports.

+ Performs related responsibilities as assigned.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

The Biostatistician will be the lead statistician for a senior primary investigator with multiple active cancer grants of varying data types, including survey data, medical records, time-to-event data, gene expression, genetics, and multiomics.

Responsibilities will include:

1. Data storage and management

2. Systematic cleaning of survey and medical data

3. Data sharing with multiple institutions

4. Complex statistical analysis including: survival analysis, logistic regression, principal components analysis, multiple imputation, differential gene expression, and incorporation of multilevel data

5. Accrual reports for actively enrolling studies

6. Supporting analysis for manuscript drafting and publication

7. Learning analyses from published papers and pipelines to apply within other data

8. Present results at regular meetings

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

+ A bachelor's degree in statistics, biostatistics, computer science, or a related field and two years related experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Skilled in R/RStudio and/or SAS

+ MS/MSPH in Biostatistics

+ Excel

+ Experience in plink

+ Experience in REDCap

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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**Job Number** _145184_

**Job Type** _Regular Full-Time_

**Division** _School Of Public Health_

**Department** _SPH: Epidemiology_

**Job Category** _Laboratory Research_

**Campus Location (For Posting) : Location** _US-GA-Atlanta_

**_Location : Name_** _Emory Campus-Clifton Corridor_

**Remote Work Classification** _Primarily On Campus_

**Health and Safety Information** _Not Applicable_