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Biostatistician II

Phase2 Technology, Austin, TX, United States


Biostatistician II
Department:

Psychiatry

Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

Hours:

40 hours per week

Start Date:

Apr 27, 2026

Duration:

Expected to continue

Overview
Under the direction of the Director of the Hub or other PhD/Faculty (bio)statisticians, the individual will engage multidisciplinary research teams to provide professional biostatistical support for biomedical, clinical, and population health research.

Responsibilities

Data Analysis and Reporting:

With some supervision, analyze and interpret data including selection and application of statistical methods. Disseminate statistical findings by formulating and presenting reports, graphical displays, and written reports for committees and scientific meetings. Educate collaborators on statistical methods and collaborate on the development of reports or manuscripts for peer‑review.

Study Design and Grant Development:

With supervision, participate in the development of research study designs, including selection of statistical analysis methods, sample size and power calculations, and research or project grant applications. Serve as liaison between Internal Medicine and the Hub, identify upcoming needs, and contribute to grant writing.

Special Research or Teaching Projects:

May conduct specialized research or teaching projects with latitude for creativity. Determine project requirements, conduct projects, report results, and publish findings.

Miscellaneous Functions:

Report research activities, provide professional development, and complete miscellaneous projects related to the Hub function.

Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a closely related field with coursework in statistics.

At least 4 years of post‑degree experience in statistical collaborative work.

Proficiency in at least two common statistical software packages such as SAS, Stata, R, and SPSS.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree with at least 6 years of post‑degree statistical collaborative experience.

Practical understanding of data privacy laws, IRB processes, and certification in SAS programming or equivalent.

Salary
$79,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

Standard office equipment

Repetitive use of a keyboard

Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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