Statistics and Biostatistics Analyst 4

Inside Higher Ed; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Statistics and Biostatistics Analyst 4 for a temporary, 25% FTE position. The role includes conducting educational research using simulation and virtual reality, contributing to research projects, and assisting in grant and manuscript development. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and six years of relevant research experience, as well as expertise in statistical programming tools. Strong scholarly output is required, along with knowledge of educational technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of relevant experience in a research setting.
• Proven record of scholarly output as demonstrated by grants and publications.
• Experience with educational technologies such as simulation and virtual reality.

Responsibilities

• Conduct educational research activities using simulation and virtual reality.
• Contribute to development of grants, abstracts, and manuscripts.
• Attend project meetings and complete required training activities.

Skills

Research design

Data analysis

Statistical programming (SPSS, SAS, Stata, R)

Grant writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Statistics and Biostatistics Analyst 4

Inside Higher Ed

Department: Medicine | Emergency Medicine

Statistician and Biostatistics Analyst 4 will contribute to federally funded research efforts, including participation in the design and analysis of research studies. The primary research focuses on human decision‑making and behavioral assessment using virtual reality technologies. Evaluations will include human cognitive and behavioral responses in high‑stakes and ethically complex scenarios. The analyst will work with an interdisciplinary team, apply machine learning, and assist in writing grants, reports, and manuscripts. The analyst is expected to be compliant with the ethical and regulatory guidelines for human subjects research and data protection.

Responsibilities

• 50% Conduct educational research activities involving training and assessment of medical personnel’s skills using simulation, virtual reality, and other educational modalities. This includes study design, regulatory submissions, implementation, data collection, data management, and analysis.
• 40% Contribute to development of research projects, grants, abstracts, manuscripts, and other scholarly products.
• 5% Attend project meetings and other departmental meetings as required.
• 5% Complete all required project and institutional specific training activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Six years of relevant experience.
• Experience in research including study design, implementation, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
• Proven record of scholarly output as demonstrated by grants and publications.
• Expertise in statistical programs SPSS, SAS, Stata, or R.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree desirable.
• 8‑10 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Experience in educational research including study design, implementation, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
• Experience with educational technology such as simulation and virtual reality.

This is a grant funded, 25% FTE and temporary position. This job description can be modified based on departmental needs and organizational requirements.

Location: Prior Hall (0302)

Position Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours: 20

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and people with disabilities. As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will educate students by means of free, open, and rigorous intellectual inquiry, equip them with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills, and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.