Biostatistician I - Center for Advancing Population Science

Summary

Collaborates with medical and scientific researchers in study design, development of research instruments, collection, management and analysis of data, interpretation of results, preparation of reports, and publication of research.

Primary Responsibilities

Collaborate with medical and scientific researchers in designing research studies.

Provide consultation on statistical method, questionnaire construction and data gathering techniques.

Perform the necessary statistical analyses in accordance with federal and private grants and contracts including the analysis of specific projects mentioned in grants and contracts.

Provide expertise in the development and maintenance of data management systems that optimize the efficiency of statistical analyses and reporting.

Work collaboratively with other members of the section as well as external customers and clients in the development of scientifically sound study and project designs.

Assist faculty with special research projects including medical information requests and special studies, analyzing proposed studies to determine feasibility.

Assist in the writing of grants and scientific publications, providing expertise and scenic content regarding the study design and statistical techniques to be used.

Assist in the preparation of research proposals for submission to external bodies.

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management.

Data utilization , complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills.

Qualifications

• Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.
• Minimum Required Education:     Master’s degree
• Minimum Required Experience:     1 year
• Physical Requirements
• Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.
• Work Environment
• Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.
• Sensory Acuity
• Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required . May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.
• Why MCW?
• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.
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