Assistant Research Biostatistician

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center; United States; On-site; USD 84,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) in New York, NY, seeks a Statistical Programmer/Biostatistics Analyst to support clinical and research studies through programming, data management, and analysis. You will collaborate with investigators, clinicians, and PhD statisticians to generate insights that advance scientific discovery and patient care.

The role involves developing and maintaining analysis code, executing complex statistical methods, and contributing to publications and grant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• Experience with statistical programming software such as SAS, R, Python, or similar tools.
• Experience with large datasets and relational databases preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain statistical programs for clinical and research studies.
• Translate statistical algorithms into reproducible code and test/debug programs.
• Design, execute, and interpret analyses (survival, linear modeling, categorical data).
• Produce tables, figures, charts, and reports to communicate findings and contribute to publications.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Experience with SAS/R/Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics/Biostatistics/Mathematics/Computer Science/Data Science

Tools

SAS

R

Python

Job description

About Us: The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursueour missionat MSK and around the globe.

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Statistical Programmer / Biostatistics Analyst

Join MSK's research team and play a key role in supporting clinical and statistical research through programming, data management, analysis, and collaboration. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with investigators, clinicians, and biostatisticians to generate meaningful insights that advance scientific discovery and improve patient outcomes.

Role Overview:

Develop and maintain application programs within statistical software packages to support clinical and research studies. Perform data manipulation, create new variables, and program standard and non-standard statistical analyses. Translate statistical algorithms into accurate, reproducible programs. Test, debug, and maintain well-documented code. Create, manage, and maintain research datasets and data files. Design and execute data queries from clinical research databases and other data sources. Conduct statistical analyses, including survival analysis, linear modeling, and categorical data analysis. Interpret analytical results and recommend additional analyses as needed. Develop tables, figures, charts, and reports that effectively communicate findings. Contribute to scientific publications, presentations, and grant applications. Collaborate with investigators, clinical teams, and PhD statisticians on research projects. Participate in project meetings, assess resource requirements, and support ongoing study activities.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Experience with statistical programming software such as SAS, R, Python, or similar analytical tools.
• Knowledge of statistical methods commonly used in clinical and observational research.
• Experience working with large datasets and relational databases preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Core Skills:

• Statistical programming and code development
• Data management and quality assurance
• Clinical and research data analysis
• Database querying and data extraction
• Scientific and technical writing
• Data visualization and reporting
• Collaborative project support
• Strong attention to detail and organization

Additional Information:

• Schedule: Full-time
• Location: New York, NY
• Reporting To: Manager, Biostatistics / Research Statistics

Helpful Links:

• Compensation Philosophy Benefits Pay Range: $83,800.00 - $134,000.00
• FSLA Status: Exempt
• Closing: At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Our multi-disciplinary teams work together to provide exceptional patient care, develop innovative research, and deliver outstanding educational programs.

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