Senior Biostatistician - MaineHealth Institute for Research

MaineHealth; Kingston; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Biostatistician to join their innovative research team. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse clinical trials and observational studies, providing technical expertise to support investigators in their research endeavors. The successful candidate will lead a team of data analysts, ensuring high-quality analysis while also engaging in independent research. With a flexible work schedule and a commitment to professional development, this position is ideal for someone passionate about advancing health research and mentoring the next generation of scientists.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Policy

Student Loan Assistance

Training and Education

Well-being Resources

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in statistics, biostatistics, or related fields required.
• Experience in supervising research staff and managing projects.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical investigators in study design and analysis.
• Mentor a team of research data analysts.

Skills

Statistical Analysis

Predictive Modeling

Supervision and Mentoring

Project Management

Education

PhD in Biostatistics

PhD in Epidemiology

Job description

Description

MaineHealth Institute for Research

Professional - Nonclinical
Req #: 27434

Summary

Summary:

The Center for Interdisciplinary & Population Health Research (CIPHR), as part of the MaineHealth Institute for Research (MHIR), seeks a Senior Biostatistician with quantitative methodological expertise in the design and analysis of clinical trials and observational studies. The Senior Biostatistician will be a doctoral-trained scientist with experience in supervising and mentoring data analysts and early career researchers. The Senior Biostatistician is a research staff (non-faculty) position and will primarily work as a technical expert supporting clinical investigators and faculty scientists in the design and analysis of research studies. The Senior Biostatistician will also be responsible for direct supervision and mentorship for a team of research data analysts in CIPHR. Other time can be used to conduct independent research, mentor trainees, professional development, or other responsibilities as negotiated. The successful candidate will have experience in human studies research, including experience with collaborating with diverse investigators and projects, experience supervising research staff, and ability to manage multiple on-going projects. We are particularly interested in individuals with expertise in predictive modeling or clinical trials, and who have interest in working with investigators who conduct acute care research. A terminal graduate degree (e.g. PhD, ScD) in a quantitative discipline (e.g. epidemiology, biostatistics, or similar) is required.

A fully remote (except from Alaska, California, Colorado, Nevada, Puerto Rico, or Washington D.C.) or flexible on-site/off-site work schedule from our Westbrook, ME offices is available for this position. There is an expectation of availability for meetings that can occur between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm Eastern time.

The MaineHealth application, a cover letter, and a resume or CV are all required elements for application to this position.

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Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: A doctoral degree in statistics, biostatistics, mathematics, computer science, applied mathematics or related fields.
2. License/Certifications: N/A
3. Additional Skills/Requirements Required:N/A
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Demonstrated success in establishing a funded program of research. A portfolio of peer reviewed publications in behavioral science, public health and/or medical journals.

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Lauren E. Robare at [e-mail]