The Research Specialist in the
Center for Clinical and Translational Science's Biostatistical Core contributes
to the study design of clinical and translational research projects and
collaborates with researchers to develop, analyze and interpret research projects.
The Research Specialist consults with research and clinical faculty on
statistical analysis, method design, power analysis, data collection, data
management, and preparation of publications and grant proposals.
Job Responsibilities:
- Contributes
to the conceptualization, design, development and delivery of clinical and
translational research projects, addressing all areas of clinical and
translational science for CCTS.
- Serves
as collaborator and primary biostatistical consultant with research and
clinical faculty (primarily in the health science colleges) on research
study design, data analysis, power analysis, statistical method
design, design study forms and databases, conduct analyses, test
hypotheses, and summarize results for presentations, manuscripts, and
grant proposals. Recommend alternative approaches for identifying elements
from data and consulting on approaches for data retrieval, aggregation,
analysis and interpretation
- Prepare
material and assist in writing of clinical research findings for
manuscript and grant submission. Design tabular and graphical
presentations depicting results of analyses and hypothesis testing. Inform
and explain research results to investigators, review draft manuscripts,
and verify correctness of results and statistical sections of manuscripts
and grant proposals prior to submission for publication or funding.
- Replicate,
refine and add new research approaches based on project needs. Test,
customize and implement new methods and procedures.
- Advise
CCTS Center and Core leadership on new directions for research based on
study results.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s
degree in social science or related field required. Master’s degree in
biostatistics or related field preferred.
- A
minimum of 3 years related research experience required. Experience
with data management and analysis of clinical trials recommended.
- Possesses
and applies comprehensive knowledge of research principles, concepts,
practices and methods.
- Experience
with utilization of analysis packages and software, such as R and SAS
strongly preferred.
- Experience
with REDCap and other data management systems.
For fullest consideration, please
submit CV with completed application to the UIC Job Board by August 28,
2019. The University of Illinois at Chicago is an Equal Opportunity,
Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals
with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The University of Illinois may
conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent
offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair
Credit Reporting Act.
