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BIOSTATISTICS ASSOCIATE

UAB Medicine, University, FL, United States


BIOSTATISTICS ASSOCIATE (T235072)
The McDonald Lab of Integrative Omics aims to apply state‑of‑the‑art multiomics tools to develop and understand molecular connections underlying human pathologies related to muscle wasting and organ dysfunction in chronic disease. The desired candidate will be prepared to design statistical experiments to support ongoing human subjects research, both prospective and retrospective (i.e., consortium/ cohort‑based), as well as to interpret and communicate findings clearly.

The Biostatistics Associate is an intermediate role that independently conducts standard statistical analyses, assists with the preparation of statistical sections of study protocols, and collaborates with researchers to interpret and present data findings. With increased responsibility, the associate ensures data accuracy, contributes to the design and implementation of studies, and begins developing specialized expertise in biostatistical methods. This role plays a significant role in drafting reports, preparing manuscripts for publication, and may start to oversee the work of biostatistics assistants.

Duties and Responsibilities

Performs analysis related to ongoing clinical studies

Collaborates with bioinformaticians to carry out rigorous data practices

Archives and organizes participant data

Schedules and oversees participation in research studies

Interfaces directly with and provides support to study participants

Performs data quality control and quality assurance methods

Applies developed statistical tools to internally generated and consortium‑based data sets

Writes documented and validated statistical programs for analysis and reporting

Creates summaries and presents results in written and verbal form

Perform other duties as assigned

Salary Range: $55,180 - $71,735

Qualifications
Master's degree in a related field and two (2) years of related experience OR Bachelor's degree in a related field and four (4) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Preferred

Proficiency with R and at least one additional coding language (e.g., Linux, Python)

Comfort with data management, quality control, and standard practices

Proficiency with applying standard statistical tests and interpreting results

Ability to handle responsibilities related to multiple ongoing projects at various points in their lifecycle

Interpersonal skills

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
Clerical & Administrative

Organization
311402800 Med - Pulmonary/Allergy/Critical Care

Employee Status
Regular

Shift
Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement
Onsite

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