Biostatistician - Rollins School Of Public Health

Discover Your Career at Emory University: Description:

• Develops and analyzes a variety of research data using statistical methods.
• Assists researchers in developing appropriate study protocols and computer analyses.
• Manages computer systems, writes programs, and trains others in the use of systems.
• Provides statistical expertise in the areas of study design and data analysis to investigators/researchers interested in conducting clinical or experimental studies.
• Works effectively within a group setting in areas of design of data collection instruments, study design, database management, statistical programming, analysis of data, statistical graphics, and writing of reports which include explanations of methods used and interpretation of results obtained.
• Consults with investigators to determine questions of interest and data needed to address those questions.
• Determines and carries out appropriate statistical analyses.
• Interprets and presents data descriptions and analysis results including the explanation of statistical techniques used, the assumptions made and the generalization of results.
• Documents methods and results through preparation of interdepartmental memoranda and reports.
• Performs related responsibilities as assigned.

• Helps design study protocols and develops statistical analysis plans in collaboration with researchers and other stakeholders.
• Performs statistical analyses of datasets using statistical software and methodologies
• Interprets and presents data findings to technical and non-technical audiences, including contributing to scientific publications and presentations
• Develops reproducible code for automated report generation to aid in study monitoring and analysis
• Performs simulation studies to evaluate appropriateness of statistical methodologies for practical applications
• Provides statistical expertise in grant writing and project proposals

• A bachelor's degree in statistics, biostatistics, computer science, or a related field and two years related experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.

• Master’s degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology, or a related field
• Experience with data analysis and scientific collaboration
• Strong understanding of statistical methodologies relevant to clinical trials and observational studies
• Ability to communicate complex statistical concepts to diverse audiences
• Highly proficient in R and reproducible coding practices

• Experience developing R packages
• Experience with causal inference and machine learning methodology, including methods for learning individualized treatment rules
• Experience conducting Monte Carlo simulations in a high performance computing environment
• Experience working in HIV or other infectious disease areas

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