Biostatistician I/II - 138341

The Alzheimer's Disease Cooperative Study (ADCS) was formed in 1991 as a cooperative agreement between the National Institute on Aging (NIA) and the University of California, San Diego. The ADCS is a multi-center clinical trials consortium that provides an operational framework for large-scale Alzheimer's disease research projects. The ADCS consists of 7 cores, 22 various committees, 39 research sites that are members of the consortium/Steering Committee, and an additional 40 or more research sites located across the U.S. and Canada that participate in one or more trials coordinated by the ADCS. Annual funding for the ADCS ranges from $15-$35M. The ADCS provides expertise in developing Alzheimer's disease-related protocols and is the coordinating center for multiple clinical trials of varying sizes and complexity under subcontracts funded by NIH and clinical trial agreements with industry partners.

The Biostatistician I, under the direct supervision of the Faculty Director of Biostatistics, contributes to small projects or segments of larger projects with limited scope and complexity, providing analytic, documentation and writing support. Performs standard to moderately complex data analyses; prepares tables, figures, and data visualizations for reports and publications, and assists with study design, documentation and data management workflows. Additional responsibilities include preparing manuscripts and grant proposals, supporting quality control and data auditing processes, and collaborating with research teams on designated analytical tasks. Works alongside cross-functional teams across multiple projects within the ADCS, including projects involving external vendors. Perform other duties as assigned, as needed.

CT: Under direct supervision, acquires skills and knowledge of professional concepts in research data analysis. Works on small projects or segments of projects with limited scope and complexity.

• Biostatistician I: Bachelor's degree with a major in statistics or a related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Biostatistician II: Six (6) years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree with a major in statistics or a related field plus two (2) years of relevant experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Operating knowledge and demonstrated experience with data analysis and management with languages, including R and SAS.

• Acquiring knowledge of research function. Acquiring ability to perform research analysis duties.

• Acquiring statistical analysis, systems programming, and database design skills to perform research analysis duties.

• Ability to effectively manage time and see assigned parts of projects through to completion on deadline.

• Basic consultation and communication skills.

• Good organizational skills, must be able to organize projects, workflow and set priorities. Ability to work with changing priorities and interruptions, ability to meet established deadlines, and excellent troubleshooting skills.

• Demonstrated experience in biostatistics, bioinformatics, and biomedical research.

• Master's degree in biostatistics/statistics or related quantitative discipline preferred.

* Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.* Employment is subject to a criminal background check.