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TEMPORARY Biostatistics Consultant

Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, us, 33336

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We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southern University!

Primary Purpose Operate effectively in a diverse community of students and faculty and share NSU's vision of helping all constituents reach their full potential. Collaborate with the INIM Clinical Systems Biology Group, scientists and clinicians in a multidisciplinary research environment spanning all departments of the university.

Job Category Non-Exempt

Hiring Range $63.33 per hour

Pay Basis Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding? Yes

Essential Job Functions

1. Conducts research in biostatistics and/or bioinformatics theory and method, and apply them to both basic scientific discovery and advancement of applied sciences to achieve the Clinical Systems Biology Group and Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine’s overall goals; Generate and report data and results and lead or assist in preparation and publishing of data in scientific journals. May use discretion in prioritizing and organizing workflow.

2. Supports the development of advanced computational methods and tools, and performs research; collaborate with other scientists in determining the order of research processes that best support essential project goals; use discretion in prioritizing and organizing daily workflow.

3. Assists with maintaining daily operation of computational infrastructure, data management, monitor and maintain operation of web servers and databases.

4. Coordinates and implements other research support activities associated with assigned projects to support the goals of research.

5. Communicates research discoveries through presentations within the institute and at regional, national and/or international scientific meetings and through publications in scientific, peer reviewed journals.

6. Operates and properly maintains laboratory equipment.

7. Determines the issues in research protocol and assists with identifying and implementing modifications in research methodologies; consults scientific literature as needed.

8. Constructs, evaluates, collects, manages and retains research generated data; ensures that sufficient records are kept and good record keeping practices are followed to document experimental methods, accuracy of data collected and methods and accuracy of data interpretation; exclusively adopt and use the Institute-provided, electronic research data management system to ensure an orderly, dated and secure data repository.

9. Teaches College of Osteopathic Medicine courses in the classroom or in small group discussion or laboratory.

10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements Required Education:

Terminal Degree (Highest degree in field of study)

Required Experience:

1. Ph.D. in bioinformatics, biostatistics, quantitative sciences, engineering, computational biology, computer science, molecular biology or other related fields. 2. Zero (0) - two (2) years research experience in application of biostatistics and/or bioinformatics required.

Is this a safety sensitive position? No

Background Screening Required? No

Nova Southern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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