STATISTICIAN II

UAB Medicine; University (FL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a Statistician II to partner with clinical and research teams across the department. The role involves shaping studies from research questions through analysis, interpretation, publication, and grant submissions.

You will work with diverse datasets and contribute to scientific publications with independence and collaboration. Preferred candidates hold a master's in statistics or biostatistics and at least three years of related experience, with

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related field is required.
• Three years of related experience is required.
• Strong presentation skills are required.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with investigators and research teams is required.
• Must explain, analyze, interpret, and communicate statistical findings clearly.
• Strong attention to data integrity and detail is essential.
• Ability to serve as a technical resource or consultant is required.

Responsibilities

• Applies intermediate statistical and technical skills in the design of research studies.
• Collects, compiles, and analyzes statistical data.
• Performs complex statistical analyses for a broad spectrum of data and studies.
• Evaluate research studies and recommends statistical procedures.
• Develops and maintains specialized databases.
• May serve as a consultant in the department or division.
• Assists with development of grant applications, presentation of results, and scientific papers for publication.

Skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Data analysis

Database design

Education

Master's degree in Statistics/Biostatistics

Three years of related experience

Job description

STATISTICIAN II (T238459)

Description

STATISTICIAN II

University of Alabama at Birmingham

The Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine seeks a Statistician II to function as a key statistical partner in a collaborative research environment. The successful candidate will work directly with clinical, public health, and research collaborators to shape studies from initial research questions through analysis, interpretation, publication, and grant submission. Projects are varied and may involve integrating clinical, registry, census, and geospatial data to examine how community and structural factors influence health outcomes. The role provides meaningful ownership of projects, opportunities to contribute as a scientific co-author, and exposure to research across multiple clinical and population-health areas. It is especially well suited for a biostatistician who enjoys applied research, thoughtful methodological problem-solving, clear communication with collaborators, reproducible analytic practices, and managing several evolving projects with a high degree of independence.

General Responsibilities

• Provides statistical support for research studies by applying statistical methods and analytical expertise to advance research objectives.
• Serves as a technical resource by collaborating with investigators, ensuring data integrity, and supporting the interpretation and communication of research findings.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Applies intermediate statistical and technical skills in the design of research studies.
• Collects, compiles, and analyzes statistical data.
• Performs complex statistical analyses for a broad spectrum of data and studies.
• Evaluate research studies and recommends statistical procedures.
• Develops and maintains specialized databases.
• May serve as a consultant in the department or division.
• Assists with development of grant applications, presentation of results, and scientific papers for publication.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics

• Ability to communicate effectively
• Presentation skills
• Ability to analyze, interpret and display statistical data
• Database design skills

Preferred Requirements

• A master's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related field is required.
• Three years of related experience is required.
• Strong presentation skills are required.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with investigators and research teams is required.
• Candidates must be able to explain, analyze, interpret, and communicate statistical findings clearly.
• Strong attention to data integrity and detail is essential.
• Candidates must demonstrate sound problem-solving skills and statistical judgment.
• The ability to serve as a technical resource or consultant is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing statistical support for research studies is preferred.
• Experience collecting and managing research data is preferred.
• Experience performing complex statistical analyses is preferred.
• Experience recommending appropriate statistical methods is preferred.
• Experience developing and maintaining research databases is preferred.
• Experience interpreting and presenting statistical findings is preferred.
• Experience collaborating with investigators throughout the research process is preferred.
• Experience ensuring data integrity and quality in research projects is preferred.
• Experience contributing statistical content to grant applications is preferred.
• Experience preparing statistical content for presentations is preferred.
• Experience contributing to peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts is preferred.

Salary Range: $60,835-$98,855

Qualifications

Education

• Master's degree in Math or a related field and three (3) 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

Athletics

Organization

311100000 Anesthesiology Chair Office

Employee Status

Regular

Shift: Day/1st Shift

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