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Job Req ID:  113489

Biostatistician

The Cancer Center fosters team science efforts, providing an environment where statisticians can advance standard statistical pipelines and cutting-edge quantitative science methodologies for state-of-the-art clinical studies. Thus, the members of the biostatistics shared resource have strong collaborations with Cancer Center investigators and quantitative science Departments in the broader Johns Hopkins University, including the Departments of Biostatistics and Epidemiology in the Bloomberg School of Public Health. This collaborative, trans-disciplinary research and educational environment promoted by the Cancer Center and the broader Johns Hopkins University fosters a diverse and inclusive community, featuring strong mentorship and a career-path for staff statisticians. 


We are seeking a Biostatistician who carries out, under supervision of faculty members or a Principal Biostatistician, statistical analyses of clinical and laboratory studies. This individual also participates in the design of clinical and laboratory studies with supervision as above.  Utilizes standard and non-standard biostatistics or bioinformatics methodologies in the design of studies and the production of statistical analyses. Collaborates with other biostatisticians and investigators in the preparation of presentations and publications. Opportunities for working on methodologic research with the faculty.



Specific Duties & Responsibilities

    • Consults with clinical and laboratory investigators to determine their needs with respect to statistical design of studies in collaboration with a member of the faculty and/or a Principal Biostatistician.
    • Carries out data quality check, derives analysis data set and performs statistical analysis using appropriate methodologic procedures, and interprets the results.
    • Prepares written reports of statistical analyses, including relevant statistical theory, references, methods, results, and conclusions.
    • Performs sample size and power calculations, generates randomization schema, and prepares statistical sections for research protocols and manuscripts.
    • Writes statistical design, methods, and analysis sections for research proposals in collaboration with the senior statistician.
    • Prepares interim and final reports of studies.
    • Participates in regularly scheduled meetings with study investigators and team.
    • Maintain appropriate systems for database associated management.
    • Keep abreast of technical and academic resources related to the methodology of statistical design and analyses.


    Minimum Qualifications
    • Masters Degree in biostatistics, statistics, mathematics, or related field.
    • Minimum of 1 years of related experience required.
    • Demonstrated ability on significant graduate project or additional doctoral education may substitute for experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.


    Preferred Qualifications
    • Experienced in cancer clinical trials and/or other clinical research-related studies including study design and data analysis preferred.


    Special Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities / Competencies

    • Expert knowledge of statistical languages, such as SAS or R. Knowledge of other programming languages, such as Matlab, Python, or C++, and database management (RedCap, SQL) is helpful but not required.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills in consulting with researchers and understanding their problems.
    • Excellent writing and verbal skills in the preparation and presentation of reports.
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to details are required.

     

    Classified Title: Biostatistician 
    Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MD  
    Starting Salary Range: $55,200 - $96,600 Annually ($75,900 targeted; Commensurate with experience) 
    Employee group: Full Time 
    Schedule: M-F, 830-500 
    Exempt Status: Exempt 
    Location: Hybrid/School of Medicine Campus 
    Department name: SOM Onc Biostatistics  
    Personnel area: School of Medicine 

     

     

    Total Rewards
    The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

    Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

    **Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

    The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

    The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

    Equal Opportunity Employer
    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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    The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
    Hybrid: On-site 3-4 days a week

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