Responsibilities:

• 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 reports.
• Writes statistical methods sections of manuscripts and abstracts for publications or presentations.
• Writes computer programs to analyze data using available statistical software.
• Advises users how to best utilize database information.
• Designs study and data collection instrumentation to best answer questions within given time and personnel constraints.
• Communicates with key entry staff for accurate entry of data.
• Edits, organizes and maintains computerized data files.
• Handles multiple simultaneous projects or multiple aspects of a large project.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Master's Degree in Biostatistics, Statistics or a related field.

Certifications:

• None required.

Complexity of Work:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Demonstrated expertise in standard statistical software and database management packages is required.
• Individual must exhibit a high degree of motivation and work effectively within a group setting.
• Must be able to handle time management of multiple simultaneous projects.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires the ability to sit and be stationary for prolonged periods of time, normal or corrected vision and manual dexterity sufficient to perform work on a personal computer.
• Requires the ability to walk to various locations throughout the Foundation and to function in a stressful environment.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.