Scientist III

UWMSN University of Wisconsin Madison; United States; Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison seeks a Scientist III to lead study teams within the Statistical Data Analysis Center (SDAC). You will provide independent statistical data analysis for Independent Data Monitoring Committees monitoring industry-sponsored trials, and supervise staff as you prepare data sets and present results.

You will apply advanced biostatistical methods, design and analyze clinical trials, and collaborate with stakeholders while navigating on-site and remote work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience with analysis of clinical trial data.
• Experience with design of clinical trials.
• Excellent written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead study teams and provide expert statistical analysis for monitoring committees.
• Prepare data sets, analyze with data science techniques, and present results.
• Supervise day-to-day activities of a research unit and staff.
• Identify and assist in developing grant opportunities and proposals for funding.
• Facilitate scholarly events and disseminate research information.
• Monitor program budget and unit expenditures.
• Collect and analyze complex data and document results.

Skills

Clinical trial analysis

Clinical trial design

Excellent communication

Education

PhD in biostatistics

Tools

SAS

R

Job description

Job Profile: Scientist III

Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Summary

The Scientist III will play a leadership role in the UW Statistical Data Analysis Center (SDAC) by leading study teams providing independent statistical data analysis to Independent Data Monitoring Committees serving to monitor the safety of industry sponsored clinical trials. The SDAC Scientist III leads by preparing data sets, analyzing them using data science techniques, and presenting the results. They will directly supervise study staff. This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location. Candidates who demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities will be given first consideration Experience in biostatistics, clinical trial design and implementation, data safety monitoring, industry clinical trials

Key Job Responsibilities

• Serves as an institutional subject matter expert and liaison with key internal and external stakeholders providing expert level information and representing the interests of a specialized research area
• Identifies research problems and develops highly complex research methodologies and procedures.
• Publishes and presents results to help advance research
• May supervise the day-to-day activities of a research unit and staff and resolve routine personnel issues
• Identifies, writes, or assists in developing grant opportunities, grant applications, and proposals to secure research funding
• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials and, disseminates information to appropriate entities
• Monitors program budget and approves unit expenditures
• Collects and analyzes highly complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures

Required Qualifications

• Experience with analysis of clinical trial data
• Experience with design of clinical trials
• Excellent written and oral communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAS and R in a Linux or UNIX environment

Education

PhD in biostatistics, or closely related quantitative discipline, is required

Benefits

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits.

Compensation

The starting salary for the position is $90,000 annually; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Contact Information

Lily Schafer, [e-mail], 608-263-5443 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Institutional Statement on Diversity

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Background Check

Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct, including sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Project Confidentiality

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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Disability Accommodation

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Work Eligibility

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position, you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.