Biostatistician

Rutgers University; New Brunswick; On-site; USD 73,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Biostatistician to provide statistical support and study design consultation within the School of Public Health. The role involves collaborating with researchers, conducting data analyses, and contributing to scientific publications. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Biostatistics or a related field and experience in statistical software.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in academia, government, or industry in design and analysis of experiments.
• Experience with data analysis software and MS Office.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide statistical and study/research design support to investigators.
• Conduct descriptive, bivariable, and multivariable analyses.
• Assist in managing and securing datasets generated in research studies.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Data management

Communication

Education

Master’s Degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology or related field

Tools

SAS

SPSS

R

REDCap

MS Excel

MS Access

Job description

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Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)

Department

Overview

New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and six centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, clinical and translational research, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.
Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state including New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Blackwood, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Biostatistician for Rutgers University Biostatistics and Epidemiology Services ( RUBIES within the School of Public Health, located in Piscataway, NJ. Under direction of the Administrative Manager, the Biostatistician will provide statistical and study/research design support to investigators throughout Rutgers University, in coordination with the RUBIES Manager and Faculty Director. The Biostatistician will also assist the RUBIES Manager in the tracking and billing of project requests.

Duties include:

• Statistics, Data Management, and Study/Research Design Consulting:
  • Participates in research project and grant development teams for both experimental and observational studies, specifically providing input into hypotheses and study design as well as developing power calculations and comprehensive statistical analysis plans for both IRB protocols and grant submission packets.
  • Under direction/independently conducts descriptive, bivariable, and multivariable analyses related to research questions.
  • Works alongside the client (and other RUBIES staff members when needed) to design, engineer, and/or implement data collection tools or architecture for data recording in REDCap, Qualtrics, MS Excel, MS Access, etc.
  • Assists RUBIES leadership with managing and securing datasets generated in research studies or purchased from national level data consortiums.
  • Contributes towards manuscripts for publication in scientific journals, including writing clear and concise statistical methodology sections and summarizing results in text, tables, and figures.
  • Works with investigators in Newark, New Brunswick/Piscataway and Camden, as well as other RWJBH affiliated locations when needed, to provide expert statistical services.
  • Keeps abreast of new statistical methodology and software.
• Administrative:
  • Assists the RUBIES Administrative Manager and program support coordinator/project manager in tracking requests, completion progress, and estimating hours required to complete analyses for clients.
  • Assists with the maintenance of client records and invoicing upon project completion.

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Hours Per Week 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 26S

Position Salary PS26S salary scale (current minimum salary of scale is $73,161)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Master’s Degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology or related field is required, plus three (3) years of experience in academia, government, or industry in the areas of design and analysis of experiments, including basic science, clinical trials or survey research.
• Experience with basic MS Office software and at least one (1) data analysis software including SAS , SPSS , R, etc.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication, as well as the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with completing demands from multiple investigators is essential.
• Have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license for travel between university campuses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with statistical methodology and statistical package development, REDCap, GIS /spatial analysis, and large databases is a plus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Requires travel between Piscataway, New Brunswick, Newark and Camden to meet with investigators and coordinate activities.
  
  

Special Conditions

Posting Number

Posting Number 25ST1150

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS)

City

City Piscataway

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Biostatistician Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory) Department SPH-Biostatistics Overview New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS ) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and six centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, clinical and translational research, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.
Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state including New Brunswick, Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Blackwood, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Biostatistician for Rutgers University Biostatistics and Epidemiology Services ( RUBIES within the School of Public Health, located in Piscataway, NJ. Under direction of the Administrative Manager, the Biostatistician will provide statistical and study/research design support to investigators throughout Rutgers University, in coordination with the RUBIES Manager and Faculty Director. The Biostatistician will also assist the RUBIES Manager in the tracking and billing of project requests.

Duties include:

• Statistics, Data Management, and Study/Research Design Consulting:
  • Participates in research project and grant development teams for both experimental and observational studies, specifically providing input into hypotheses and study design as well as developing power calculations and comprehensive statistical analysis plans for both IRB protocols and grant submission packets.
  • Under direction/independently conducts descriptive, bivariable, and multivariable analyses related to research questions.
  • Works alongside the client (and other RUBIES staff members when needed) to design, engineer, and/or implement data collection tools or architecture for data recording in REDCap, Qualtrics, MS Excel, MS Access, etc.
  • Assists RUBIES leadership with managing and securing datasets generated in research studies or purchased from national level data consortiums.
  • Contributes towards manuscripts for publication in scientific journals, including writing clear and concise statistical methodology sections and summarizing results in text, tables, and figures.
  • Works with investigators in Newark, New Brunswick/Piscataway and Camden, as well as other RWJBH affiliated locations when needed, to provide expert statistical services.
  • Keeps abreast of new statistical methodology and software.
• Administrative:
  • Assists the RUBIES Administrative Manager and program support coordinator/project manager in tracking requests, completion progress, and estimating hours required to complete analyses for clients.
  • Assists with the maintenance of client records and invoicing upon project completion.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week 37.50 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Grade 26S Position Salary PS26S salary scale (current minimum salary of scale is $73,161) Annual Minimum Salary 73161.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 87905.00 Annual Maximum Salary 104450.00 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description HPAE 5094 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Master’s Degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology or related field is required, plus three (3) years of experience in academia, government, or industry in the areas of design and analysis of experiments, including basic science, clinical trials or survey research.
• Experience with basic MS Office software and at least one (1) data analysis software including SAS , SPSS , R, etc.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication, as well as the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with completing demands from multiple investigators is essential.
• Have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license for travel between university campuses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with statistical methodology and statistical package development, REDCap, GIS /spatial analysis, and large databases is a plus.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Requires travel between Piscataway, New Brunswick, Newark and Camden to meet with investigators and coordinate activities.
  
  

Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number 25ST1150 Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Master’s Degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology or related field is required, plus three (3) years of experience in academia, government, or industry in the areas of design and analysis of experiments, including basic science, clinical trials or survey research?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience with basic MS Office software and at least one (1) data analysis software including SAS, SPSS, R, etc?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience with statistical methodology and statistical package development, REDCap, GIS/spatial analysis, and large databases?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a vehicle and a valid driver's licensefor travel between university campuses?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement .

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