Biostatistician

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah is seeking a Biostatistician to join the Data Coordinating Center (DCC) and provide statistical expertise for multicenter studies. You will design analyses, develop datasets, and communicate methods and results with researchers and clinicians.

The role emphasizes collaboration across investigators, data scientists, and public health professionals, with opportunities for professional development and contributing to manuscripts and reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent.
• Experience with statistical software such as SAS, R, or Stata.
• Experience with SQL and relational databases.
• Experience with data management tools like REDCap or secure research environments.
• Ability to work with large multicenter datasets and collaborate across teams.
• Strong attention to detail and reproducible analytics practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage analysis datasets with documentation.
• Perform statistical analyses using SAS, R, Stata; prepare tables and reports.
• Interpret results for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with investigators, data managers, and study staff across all stages.
• Maintain QA and documentation standards for analytic work.

Skills

SQL

Relational databases

SAS

R

Stata

REDCap

AWS

Attention to detail

data management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

SAS

R

Stata

SQL

REDCap

AWS

Job description

Biostatistician

Job Summary

Biostatisticians Job Summary

The University of Utah Data Coordinating Center (DCC) is seeking abiostatistician to join our collaborative, data driven team. TheUtah DCC partners with investigators nationwide to provide datamanagement, project management, and statistical expertise forlarge-scale multicenter research studies spanning a wide range ofclinical and public health topics. As a member of the team, youwill contribute to study design, perform statistical analysis, andsupport reporting and dissemination of results across diverseresearch areas.

Ideal candidates bring solid knowledge of standard statisticalprocedures, moderate programming skills in at least one statisticallanguage (such as SAS or R), and familiarity with relationaldatabases and large-scale data systems. Attention to detail, theability to critically think through complex analyses, and acollaborative approach to problem-solving are essential in thisdynamic research environment.

This position offers the opportunity to work closely withinvestigators, data scientists, clinicians, public health experts,and other biostatisticians to advance high-impact research throughdata-driven insights.

The Utah DCC is a full-service Academic Research Organization (ARO)that operates a comprehensive Clinical and Data CoordinatingCenter. We support investigators and sponsors in academics,government, and industry with end-to-end expertise in researchdesign, management, execution, and analysis. Our mission is to harness the power of collaboration, advance science, move society, and benefit humanity. Our vision is a world where transformativescientific innovation persistently moves society and humanityforward.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage analysis datasets andassociated documentation, including dataset specifications and datachecks.
• Perform statistical analyses using standardmethods and statistical software (e.g., SAS, R, Stata) and prepareanalytic deliverables such as tables, figures, and reports forinterim and final results.
• Interpret and clearly communicate resultsincluding statistical methods, findings, and limitations to bothtechnical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary study teamsincluding investigators, data managers, and other study staff byproviding statistical perspective and input across all study stages(study design, enrollment, and post-enrollment).
• Maintain quality assurance and documentationstandards for all analytic work to ensure reproducibility,transparency, and compliance with Utah DCC standard operatingprocedures.
• Coordinate with supervising and facultybiostatisticians to prioritize and manage competingproject timelines, communicate progress, and proactively addresschallenges in data or design.
• Contribute to manuscripts, abstracts, andpresentations including drafting analysis sections,generating summary outputs, and assisting with methodologicalexplanations.
• Support database and data system developmentincluding collaboration on data structure design, data dictionarymaintenance, and familiarity with relational databases (e.g., SQL,REDCap, or other clinical data management systems).
• Identify and troubleshoot statistical or data-relatedissues, proposing potential solutions and escalating asappropriate.
• Engage in continuous professional development,staying current on statistical methods, programming practices, anddata management tools relevant to clinical and public healthresearch.

The Utah DCC offers a career ladder for biostatisticians andprofessional development opportunities such as conferenceattendance and other trainings.

This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship. (e.g.H1-B)

To learn more about the Utah DCC, visit http://uofuhealth.org/UtahDCC

Learn more about the great benefits of working at the University ofUtah: https://benefits.utah.edu/

This is posted as open-rank and may be filled at any of the listedjob levels.

Responsibilities

BiostatisticianEnsure the statistical integrityand accuracy of biomedical or clinical research data. Performstatistical design, modeling, and analysis. Provide statisticalsummaries and reports of studies in support of product development.Consult with scientists and engineers to ensure proper use ofstatistical methodology and interpretation of results. Programstatistical software packages (e.g., SAS/STAT, Stata, or R) to improve quality and efficiency of life science projects.

Mayrespond to questions from regulatory authorities on statisticalissues.

Biostatistician, IRequires basic skill setand proficiency. Conducts work assignments as directed. Closelysupervised with little latitude for independent judgment.

Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directlyrelated work experience or a master's (or equivalency)degree.

This is an Entry-Level position in the General Professionaltrack.Job Code: P57141Grade: P16

Biostatistician, IIRequires moderate skill set andproficiency in discipline. Conducts work assignments of increasingcomplexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude forindependent judgment.

Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (orequivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

This is a Developing-Level position in the General Professionaltrack.Job Code: P57142Grade: P17

Biostatistician, IIIConsidered highly skilled andproficient in discipline. Conducts complex, important work underminimal supervision and with wide latitude for independentjudgment.

Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (orequivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.

This is a Career-Level position in the General Professionaltrack.Job Code: P57143Grade: P20

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalency Statement: 1 year of higher educationcan be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience(Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related workexperience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following joblevels:

Biostatistician, I: Requires a bachelor's (orequivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or amaster's (or equivalency) degree.

Biostatistician, II: Requires a bachelor's (orequivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Biostatistician, III: Requires a bachelor's (orequivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

• Experience with SQL or similar query languages and a strongunderstanding of relational database structures.
• Prior experience working with large, multi-site clinical orpublic health datasets.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities effectively,meet deadlines, and maintain high-quality deliverables in acollaborative research setting.
• Advanced programming proficiency in at least one statisticalsoftware package (e.g., SAS, R, Stata), including data manipulationand analysis workflow automation.
• Familiarity with data management tools or platforms such asREDCap, AWS, or other secure research data environments.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accurate,reproducible, and well-documented analytic practices.

Requisition Number: PRN46001B

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Work Schedule Summary: Full-time, 40 hours per week. Monday– Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm This position offers a flexible, mostlyremote work schedule for candidates who reside in the state ofUtah. While most duties can be performed remotely, the employeemust be available to attend essential meetings and events on campusas needed. Remote in-state candidates preferred over remote out ofstate candidates. This position may require occasionaltravel.

Department: 02228 - Data Coordinating Center

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: 50,909 to 101,879

Close Date: 11/25/2026