BIOSTATISTICIAN LEAD

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); On-site; USD 74,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a Lead Biostatistician to guide statistical strategy across translational cardiovascular research programs. This senior role coordinates biostatistical efforts and leads a team of statisticians, ensuring rigor and alignment with organizational goals.

The position emphasizes mentoring, policy development, and integration of analyses into multidisciplinary studies, including genetics, proteomics, and clinical trials.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in statistical programming and data analysis software.
• Experience with complex biomedical or genomic datasets.
• Knowledge of advanced statistical modelling techniques.
• Familiarity with computational approaches in health research.
• Experience with large research databases or cohort studies.
• Understanding of clinical research design principles.

Responsibilities

• Direct the biostatistical team, mentor junior staff, and lead grant and publication efforts.
• Ensure methodological excellence across multiple concurrent projects.
• Provide leadership in study design and data analysis for cardiovascular genetics and clinical trials.
• Leverage large datasets like UK Biobank, All of Us, REGARDS, and multicenter trials.

Skills

Statistical programming

Genomic datasets

Advanced modelling

Computational methods

Large datasets

Clinical study design

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Project management

Mentorship

Education

Doctorate degree

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION - BIOSTATISTICIAN LEAD (T233211)

University of Alabama at Birmingham

We are seeking a highly motivated Lead Biostatistician to join our multidisciplinary Cardiovascular Clinical and Translational Research Program. This position serves as the primary statistical leader.

The Biostatistician Lead is a team lead role that coordinates biostatistical efforts across multiple projects, leads a team of statisticians, and ensures methodological rigor. Plays a key role in strategic planning, project management, and the integration of statistical analyses into research programs. The Lead has increased responsibility for mentoring and overseeing the work of junior staff, developing and implementing departmental policies, and driving the continuous improvement of biostatistical practices. Is pivotal in fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring the alignment of biostatistical activities with organizational goals.

Responsibilities include directing the biostatistical team, mentoring junior staff, leading grant and publication efforts, and ensuring methodological excellence across multiple concurrent research projects. The successful candidate will provide leadership in statistical methodology, study design, and data analysis across research projects focused on cardiovascular genetics, proteomics, clinical trials, and computational medicine. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting edge studies leveraging large-scale datasets such as the UK Biobank, All of Us Research Program, REGARDS, and multicenter clinical trials. By integrating rigorous biostatistics with innovative clinical and translational science, the Lead Biostatistician will help advance precision medicine and improve patient outcomes.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics

Preferred Hard Skills:

• Proficiency in statistical programming and data analysis software
• Experience with complex biomedical or genomic datasets
• Knowledge of advanced statistical modelling techniques
• Familiarity with computational approaches in health research
• Experience with large research databases or cohort studies
• Understanding of clinical research design principles

Preferred Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interdisciplinary collaboration
• Ability to translate complex statistical concepts for clinical researchers
• Project management skills to handle multiple concurrent studies
• Collaborative mindset for working within multidisciplinary teams

Related Degree Fields: Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Mathematics, or related quantitative sciences

Related Experience:

• Biostatistical support for cardiovascular or genetics research
• Analysis of complex biomedical datasets in academic or clinical trial settings
• Collaborative research in clinical or translational science environments
• Statistical consultation for NIH-funded or industry-sponsored research projects
• Publications demonstrating applied biostatistical methodology in peer-reviewed journals

Salary Range:

$73,945 - $120,165

Qualifications

Education:

• Doctorate degree in a related field and three (3) years of related experience
• Master's degree in a related field and five (5) years of related experience
• Bachelor's degree in a related field and seven (7) years of related experience required.
• Work experience may not substitute for education requirement.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Clerical & Administrative

Organization

311401000 Med - Cardiovascular Disease

Employee Status

Regular

Shift: Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite