Biostatistician 3

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HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

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Emp Status

Regular Full time

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Range

The base pay scale for this position is $88,500.00 - $134,750.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

What you will be doing

Position Summary

The HSS Center for Biostatistics provides comprehensive methodologic and analytic support to clinical, translational, and basic scientists conducting musculoskeletal research at the Hospital for Special Surgery.  The Center seeks an individual to join the Outcomes Research group.  In this role, you will collaborate with HSS scientific investigators to provide study design and statistical analysis support for a variety of clinical research projects.  The Biostatistician III is expected to work independently on several projects and to supervise/mentor 1-2 junior-level biostatisticians (Biostatistician I/II).  There will be opportunities for authorship on publications stemming from your work as well as opportunities for teaching residents and fellows.   Specifically, the Biostatistician III will offer expertise in study design, execution, analysis, and reporting of musculoskeletal research projects.

Essential Tasks/Responsibilities:

·         Assist in protocol development including study design, sample size and power calculations and statistical analysis plans. 

·         Conduct statistical analysis using SAS, R or STATA. 

·         Communicate results to investigators in writing and meet with investigators to explain findings in a concise and clear manner. 

·         Responsible for accuracy and timeliness of summary reports, tables, and figures to investigators and study team.

·         Collaborate on grants, presentations and manuscripts submitted for publication, including writing of methods sections and analysis plans for incorporation into protocols and grant submissions.

·         Contribute to teaching biostatistical methodology to residents, fellows, and other Hospital staff.

·         Stay informed on statistical techniques as applied to musculoskeletal research issues by reading journals and/or attending courses/programming meetings.

·         Be able to collaborate with peers and to supervise/mentor Biostatisticians I and II.

Education/Experience

·         Master's Degree or higher in biostatistics or related field.

·         6+ years of experience working as a biostatistician.

·         Experience in musculoskeletal research is preferred.

Competencies

·         Competency in statistical software is required.  Preferred software includes SAS, STATA and R. 

·         Proficiency in a wide range of statistical methods including regression modelling and longitudinal analysis. 

·         Effective written and oral communication.

·         Ability to work independently and meet deadlines for deliverables.

·         Provide sound methodologic review to an internal scientific review panel.

·         Demonstrate good organization skills, effective time management, and the ability to manage several concurrent tasks.

·         Maintain a team-oriented approach and possess the ability to cultivate a positive and collegial workplace relationships – demonstrating integrity and ethics at all times.

·         Appreciate and understand the connection between individual goals, departmental goals and the organizational mission – while continually seeking ways to improve personally and as a team.

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Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.