Staff Biostatistician (Multiple Openings)

Overview

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is seeking motivated biostatistics professionals to join our team, and further our life-saving mission.  We have multiple positions available within the Department of Biostatistics.  Successful candidates will be hired into the career level for which they qualify, based on their education and experience.

 

The Biostatisticians at St. Jude will have a direct impact on the mission of St. Jude by providing statistical expertise to researchers conducting clinical and experimental studies. The Department of Biostatistics is a large department with 14 faculty, 26  biostatisticians, 3 postdoctoral fellows, 8 computing professionals, and administrative staff. Biostatisticians work in teams with a faculty member and sometimes with other biostatisticians to support assigned specific research areas. This approach enables them to gain disease-specific knowledge and expertise while also building productive relationships with collaborators across St. Jude. Remote opportunities would be considered for Senior Biostatistician and Lead Senior Biostatistian roles. 

 

Biostatistician (multiple openings available)

We are seeking candidates with general biostatistics backgrounds who will enthusiastically advance the research and mission of St. Jude.

 

Our biostatisticians are responsible for:

Assisting in analyses of research studies by using appropriate statistical methods and/or mathematical techniques

Meeting with clinicians, scientists and other research personnel to discuss research projects, goals and hypotheses

Providing support for statistical analyses by extracting data and ensuring accurate data files

Using statistical software packages (e.g., SAS and/or R) to write computer programs to analyze data

Preparing memoranda to effectively document data issues, statistical methodology, and analysis results and interpretations, including results in tabular and graphical forms

Assisting investigators with abstract and manuscript development to disseminate research results

Duties are performed under the guidance of a faculty member.

Ideal knowledge, skills and abilities for biostatisticians: 

Knowledge of statistical methods

Knowledge of statistical software such as SAS and/or R

Strong oral and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate statistical methodology and results to non-statisticians

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines in a professional manner

 

Career Levels

Candidate may be hired at a career level that best fits her or his individual qualifications.

 

Statistical Analyst

Master's Degree in biostatistics, applied statistics, or related field.

Prior medical consulting and/or graduate research experience in a biostatistical environment preferred.

 

Biostatistician 

Master's Degree in biostatistics, applied statistics, or related field.

Minimum of two (2) years of work experience consistent with that expected of the Statistical Analyst position.

 

Senior Biostatistician 

Master's Degree in biostatistics, applied statistics, or related field.

Minimum of five (5) years of work experience consistent with that expected of the Statistical Analyst position.

 

Lead Senior Biostatistician

Master's Degree in biostatistics, applied statistics, or related field.

Minimum of eight (8) years of work experience.

Other Information

COVID-19 vaccine:

 

As of September 10, 2021, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has mandated the COVID-19 vaccine for all employees, excluding those with an approved medical or religious accommodation, as a condition of employment.

 

EEO Statement:  St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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