Open Rank-Senior Statistical Data Analyst

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Florida seeks an open-rank faculty biostatistician to support the RISE Office across USF Health and affiliated institutions. Responsibilities include study design, data management, analysis, power calculations, and interpretation of results; teaching statistics; mentoring learners; and contributing to grant development and scholarly outputs.

The role collaborates with investigators through all translational research phases, including regulatory submissions and dissemination

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology, Data Science, Public Health, or related field.
• Experience with statistical analysis, study design, and data management in a research/academic environment.
• Proficiency in at least one major statistical software package (R, SAS, SPSS, STATA, or SQL).
• Ability to communicate statistical concepts to investigators and non-statistical audiences.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide statistical support to USF Health faculty and collaborators across USF affiliates.
• Manage large datasets and perform complex analyses using R, SAS, SPSS, STATA, and SQL.
• Calculate power and sample size; draft protocols and data extraction forms; support IRB submissions.
• Teach statistics and clinical research methods to learners and investigators.
• Assist with grant development and manuscript preparation; present data at meetings.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Study design

Data management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Biostatistics/Statistics/Data Science

Ph.D. in Biostatistics/Statistics (preferred)

Tools

R

SAS

SPSS

STATA

SQL

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Department of Medical Education seeks an open-rank faculty biostatistician to support the Research, Innovation, and Scholarly Endeavors (RISE) office. This position provides advanced biostatistical and methodological expertise to faculty, trainees, and research teams across USF Health and affiliated institutions. Responsibilities include study design, protocol development, database management, statistical analysis, power and sample size calculations, and interpretation of research findings. The faculty member will collaborate with investigators throughout all phases of clinical and translational research, including regulatory submissions, data collection, manuscript preparation, and dissemination of results. The position will support grant development and enhance research productivity through rigorous analytic support and interdisciplinary collaboration. In addition, the faculty member will teach statistics and clinical research methods, mentor learners and investigators, and serve as a resource for faculty and staff engaged in scholarly activities. This role is integral to advancing the research mission and strengthening institutional research capacity and competitiveness.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Dept Number/Name: 0-6147-000 / Dept of Medical Education

College Division: USFHealth-College of Medicine

Salary Plan: Faculty

Job Code/Title: Open Rank - Senior Statistical Data Analyst

Hiring Salary/Salary Range: Up to $140,000 commensurate with experience and rank

Position Number: 330151943

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY

The Department of Medical Education (DME) in the Morsani College of Medicine (MCOM) is headed by Dr. Bryan Bognar, Chair & Vice Dean for Educational Affairs. Dr. Bognar is responsible for the oversight of the Undergraduate Medical Education (UME) program and Graduate programs curriculum, all MCOM student services (Student Affairs, Admissions, the Experiential Learning Center), the School of Physical Therapy, the Athletic Training Education Program, and the Physician Assistant program. The Chair/Vice Dean also works collaboratively with Graduate Medical Education (GME), Continuing Professional Development, and the Deans for the College of Pharmacy, College of Nursing, and College of Public Health to advance the education mission across the MCOM and USF Health. DME (including the MCOM student services) currently consists of 17 faculty members and : 50 administrators/staff members. The primary clients for DME are the medical students, DPT students, PA students, the doctoral, post-doc / master’s students, and the faculty/staff educators for the medical and graduate program curriculum. The department interacts with faculty, staff, administrators, students, and healthcare providers across USF Health, USF, and other institutions.

POSITION SUMMARY

Candidates are sought for a Senior Statistical Data Analyst professional open-rank faculty position at the Morsani College of Medicine (MCOM) Department of Medical Education (DME) - Research, Innovation, and Scholarly Endeavors (RISE) Office. While the position contributes to research projects and may be involved in scholarly products such as abstracts, presentations, and manuscripts, its primary responsibility is to provide statistical research support rather than independently develop or lead a program of research. This position provides advanced biostatistical and methodological expertise to faculty, trainees, and research teams across USF Health and affiliated institutions. Responsibilities include study design, protocol development, database management, statistical analysis, power and sample size calculations, and interpretation of research findings. The faculty member will collaborate with investigators throughout all phases of clinical and translational research, including regulatory submissions, data collection, manuscript preparation, and dissemination of results. The position will support grant development and enhance research productivity through rigorous analytic support and interdisciplinary collaboration. In addition, the faculty member will teach statistics and clinical research methods, mentor learners and investigators, and serve as a resource for faculty and staff engaged in scholarly activities. This role is integral to advancing the research mission and strengthening institutional research capacity and competitiveness.

RESPONSIBILITIES

RESEARCH -

• Provide research support to MCOM faculty, Tampa General Hospital investigators, and researchers at USF affiliates such as Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa VA, etc.
• Manage large datasets and perform complex data analyses, especially using SQL, R, SAS, SPSS, STATA, etc.
• Calculate power and sample size for research studies using appropriate software such as PASS, G*Power, etc.
• Manage all databases, draft a research protocol, develop standardized data extraction forms, extract data from published literature or institutional databases, and perform complex data analysis.
• Draft applications to secure Institutional Review Board approval.
• Work with investigators, clinical research coordinators, and other biostatisticians on all research project data collection and analysis requirements.
• Prepare manuscripts.
• Present data at local and national meetings.
• Accountable for the timely submission of progress reports and final reports for relevant projects.
• Maintain a quality assessment program, including data checking and data storage in electronic and hard copy formats.
• Support grant development.

TEACHING -

• Teach statistics and related topics and serve as a small-group preceptor at the Morsani College of Medicine (MCOM).
• Conduct training sessions in statistics/clinical research methods/clinical study design for undergraduate and graduate medical education.
• Train new staff and serve as a resource for the MCOM faculty and staff on designated topics.

ADMINISTRATIVE -

• Assist with execution of RISE events.
• Serve on committees or working groups.
• Administrative oversight associated with research activities.

OTHER -

• Participate as a team member on RISE projects and assist with RISE events.
• Other duties as assigned in support of the RISE Office mission.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology, Data Science, Public Health, or a related quantitative field
• Qualifications must meet University criteria for appointment to an academic faculty rank commensurate with education, experience, and scholarly accomplishments.
• Demonstrated experience in statistical analysis, study design, and data management in a research, healthcare, academic, or related environment.
• Proficiency in at least one major statistical programming or analytical software package, such as R, SAS, SPSS, STATA, or equivalent.
• Experience managing and analyzing research, clinical, administrative, or other large datasets.
• Knowledge of statistical methodologies commonly used in clinical, translational, health sciences, or population-based research.
• Ability to communicate complex statistical concepts and analytical results to investigators and non-statistical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

• Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology, Data Science, or a closely related quantitative discipline.
• Demonstrated experience providing biostatistical support for clinical, translational, health outcomes, or population health research.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary research teams in academic medical centers, hospitals, Veterans Affairs (VA) systems, or other healthcare settings.
• Proficiency in multiple statistical software packages, including R, SAS, SPSS, STATA, SQL, or equivalent analytical tools.
• Experience managing, integrating, and analyzing large clinical, administrative, or research datasets.
• Demonstrated expertise in study design, protocol development, power and sample size calculations, and statistical analysis plan development.
• Track record of scholarly contributions, including peer-reviewed publications, presentations at regional or national meetings, and manuscript development.
• Experience supporting the preparation of grant proposals and funding applications, including NIH, VA, or other federal and foundation-sponsored research.
• Experience teaching statistics, research methods, epidemiology, or related subjects to medical students, residents, fellows, graduate students, or healthcare professionals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex statistical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Evidence of sustained scholarly achievement and a record of independent or collaborative research that meets criteria for appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

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About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.