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The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine · 1 day ago

Biostatistician II

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

1+ years exp

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. They are seeking a Biostatistician II to provide biostatistical support for clinical and laboratory research, which involves performing statistical analysis on data collected from clinical trials and research studies.

Health CareMedicalMedical Device

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide statistical support and advice to PIs in the writing of research proposals, IACUC protocols, IRB protocols, manuscripts, and technical reports

Works with research staff to develop scientifically-sound study designs and writes the statistical section of research protocols, manuscripts, and tech reports

Generate datasets, tables, figures, and listings to support the analysis of data using SAS and/or approved statistical programs

Perform quality control check of SAS or other statistical programs in use

Handles complex SAS programming issues as required

Provide and/or verify sample size calculations, including power analyses

Provide and/or verify calculation of results data, including statistical analysis selection and explanation of use (i.e., Student’s t-test, ANOVA)

Author statistical analysis plans, including development of table, figure and listing shells

Provide assistance with quality control of statistical analyses in research documents (e.g., presentations, manuscripts, grants), including in support of command authored works clearance

Assist with completion of statistical activities for study within timelines

Train and mentor PIs and researchers on best practices for biostatistics in research

Develop research proposals in collaboration with PIs for grant submission

Qualification

SASClinical trial designBiostatisticsStatistical analysisResearch proposal developmentQuality controlPower analysisStatistical reportingBasic Life Support certificationEffective communicationPresentation skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Master's Degree in Biostatistics or related field plus 5 years of research-related experience (including with SAS or other approved statistical program) OR PhD in Biostatistics or related field and 1 year of related research experience

Experience in the design of clinical trials

Knowledge of medical science and research

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to make effective presentations and publish

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills

US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance, including background check and drug screening

All staff required to enter the labs shall maintain current certification in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS); American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Course; American Red Cross CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation); or equivalent

Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs

Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods

Ability to climb, pull, and lift heavy objects

Benefits

HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.