Biostatistician

University of Michigan Health System; Ann Arbor (MI); Remote; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan Health System is seeking a skilled data analyst with a Master's degree in Statistics or Biostatistics. You will assist with statistical analysis of clinical data and support various health services research projects. This role offers up to 100% remote work, focusing on essential data management and extraction from electronic health records to facilitate impactful research.

Qualifications

• Requires 2 years of experience curating and performing statistical analysis of electronic health record data.
• Experience with large datasets exceeding 20 million electronic health record encounters.
• Proficient in data analysis and visualization using R, Python, and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cleaning, harmonization, aggregation and statistical analysis of clinical data.
• Perform data extraction and assist with database building and management.
• Prepare grant proposal submissions and support researchers in health services research.

Skills

R

Python

SQL

Data Analysis

Statistical Tests

Regression Modeling

Education

Master's degree in Statistics or Biostatistics

Job description

Responsibilities*

Assist with cleaning, harmonization, aggregation and statistical analysis of clinical data for a large ophthalmology repository. Support researchers performing health services, population health and outcomes research related to vision. Perform data extraction; assist with data management and database building; maintain dashboards to coordinate data intake and processing; coordinate incoming data into the repository from different sources and staff members; obtain data directly from patient electronic health records to integrate into the repository; prepare grant proposal submissions; perform analyses for manuscripts and journal publications; and assist with regulatory, compliance, and IRB paperwork. Up to 100% remote work permitted.

Required Qualifications*

Requires Master's degree in Statistics or Biostatistics + 2 years of experience curating and performing statistical analysis of electronic health record data; working with large datasets exceeding 20 million electronic health record encounters; using R, Python, and SQL for data analysis and visualization, including base R plot, ggplot, or matplotlib; performing statistical tests (including t-tests and chi-square tests); linear and logistic regression modeling and survival analyses; and performing analyses for manuscripts and journal publications.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the .

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.