Postdoctoral Associate Pool in Biostatistics

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University in Miami invites applications for Postdoctoral Associates in Biostatistics within the RSCPHSW. The position emphasizes research, statistical methods development, code/package development, and collaboration on data analyses, with teaching duties beginning in year 2.

Candidates must have a PhD in Biostatistics or related field; the pool remains open until Oct 31, 2026; apply via careers.fiu.edu with required documents.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biostatistics or related field is required.
• Strong quantitative skills and experience with statistical analysis.
• Ability to work in a collaborative research setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct statistical analyses and develop methods for research projects.
• Develop and maintain statistical code and software packages.
• Collaborate with researchers to interpret data and publish results.
• Present findings at professional meetings and write grants.

Skills

Biostatistics

Statistical methods development

Data analysis

Collaboration

R computing

Education

PhD in Biostatistics or related field

Tools

R

SAS

Job description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

The RSCPHSW at Florida International University is seeking candidates for the position of Postdoctoral Associates in Biostatistics.

Job Specifications

• Research (~70-90%)
• Statistical methods development
• Statistical code/package development
• Collaborative statistical analysis of data
• Publishing in peer-reviewed journals
• Presentation of findings at professional meetings
• Collaborative writing of grant proposals
• Applying for pilot grants
• Teaching (~10-20% in year 2)
• One course per semester (Biostatistics I, R Computing)
• Administration and service (~10%)
• Participation in departmental activities
• Consulting with internal and external clients

Screening of applications will occur as positions become available and continue until positions are filled.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 535968 at careers.fiu.edu and attach letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interest, and statement of teaching philosophy.

This pool will remain open until October 31, 2026.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics, Data Science, Statistical Science, Applied Mathematics or related field.

Job Category

Faculty

Pre-Employment Requirements

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