Associate Specialist

UCSF Health, AG; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health, AG is seeking an Associate Specialist to provide technical and statistical support for a project on hybrid randomized clinical trials with longitudinal outcomes. The role involves collaboration with UCSF and Genentech investigators to develop methods, address missing data, and analyze real-world data.

The position requires a Master’s in Biostatistics or related field (PhD preferred) and strong R programming and Git/GitHub experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Biostatistics, Statistics, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Data Science, or five to ten years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in R with experience in developing, documenting, and testing R packages.
• Experience with Real-World Data sources (EHR, registries, clinical databases).
• Solid understanding of longitudinal data and related statistical techniques.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; able to work independently and in teams.
• Experience using Git/GitHub for collaborative software development and version control.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and statistical support for the project.
• Collaborate with UCSF and Genentech investigators to develop statistical methods for hybrid RCTs with longitudinal outcomes.
• Address missing data and bias from external controls; conduct simulation studies and real-world data analyses.
• Develop reproducible statistical code and evaluate operating characteristics.
• Contribute to interpretation and dissemination through manuscripts, presentations, and FDA training materials.

Skills

R programming

Git/GitHub

Longitudinal data analysis

RWD sources

Statistical methods

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Documentation/testing R packages

Education

Master's degree in Biostatistics or related field

PhD preferred

Job description

Position Description

Associate Specialist

Bioengineering and Therapeutic Science

University of California, San Francisco

Dr. Chun at UCSF is recruiting an Associate Specialist.

Description

This will be a 1 year contract role where the Associate Specialist will provide technical and statistical support for the project, collaborating with UCSF and Genentech investigators to develop and evaluate novel statistical methods for hybrid randomized clinical trials with longitudinal outcomes. Responsibilities will include addressing missing data and bias from external controls, conducting simulation studies and real-world data analyses, developing reproducible statistical code, and evaluating key operating characteristics. The Associate Specialist will also contribute to the interpretation and dissemination of findings through manuscripts, presentations, expert meetings, and FDA training materials, helping translate methodological advances into practical approaches for hybrid RCTs in rare-disease settings. This contract may be renewed subject to the continued availability of funding and resources under the FDA BAA Award [75F40125C00069, 2025-2030].

Required Qualifications

• Associate Specialist - Master’s degree (or equivalent degree) in Biostatistics, Statistics, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a closely related quantitative field or five to ten years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated strong proficiency in R programming, with practical experience in developing, documenting, and testing R packages
• Experience working with Real-World Data (RWD) sources (e.g., EHR, registries, clinical databases)
• Solid understanding of statistical techniques (e.g., longitudinal data)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic research environment
• Active experience using Git/GitHub for collaborative software development, pull requests, and version control

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D in Biostatistics, Statistics, Bioinformatics, Data Science, or a relevant quantitative field
• Background in clinical trials, causal inference, health economics, or epidemiology

See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $78,300-$91,100.

Document Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts for degree qualifications (electronic unofficial copies are fine)

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community.

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