**Principal Biostatistician** **Description** **University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus** **Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences | Clinical Pharmacy** **Job Title: Principal Biostatistician** **Position: #00830836 - Requisition: #36134** **Job Summary:** **Key Responsibilities:** + Manages activities, timelines, reports, and other research study needs. Coordinates and collaborates with Primary Investigators, Clinicians, Staff, and other partners to ensure projects are meeting established goals and timelines. Assists with preparing project modifications, amendments, and progress reports. + Develops algorithms to identify study cohorts and analytic variables for pre-specified research projects. + Independently collaborates with investigators on research projects, including design of new studies (sample size and analysis planning), defining outcome variables and covariates to be used, complex programming (including SAS), analysis implementation and data visualization, and dissemination of results. + Analyzes and disseminates results and reports in manner requested by lead faculty member or investigator as needed (tables, spreadsheets, slide presentations, and/or graphics). + Manages large administrative databases, including claims based datafiles used for various research projects. + Co-authors abstracts, grant proposals, oral and poster presentations, and manuscripts. May attend and/or present methodological study findings at professional/scientific meetings. + Actively participates in professional development and educational forums, e.g., statistical seminars, SAS training. **Work Location:** Remote **Why Join Us:** **Why work for the University?** + We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including: + Medical: Multiple plan options + Dental: Multiple plan options + Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision + Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay + Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year + Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours) + Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual) + Holiday Days: 10/year + Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses + ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service **Diversity and Equity:** **Qualifications:** **Minimum Qualifications:** + Bachelor's degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Data Science, Biometrics, Epidemiology, or related area. + Three (3) years of experience as analytic consultant/collaborator, including experience with various research methods, data management and data analysis. + Two (2) years of SAS programming experience. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Master's degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Data Science, Biometrics, Epidemiology, or related area. + Four (4) years of experience with data management and integration of data sources. + Four (4) years of research experience in the pharmaceutical industry or related setting. + Four (4) years of experience serving as a biostatistician or data analyst on multiple projects. + Experience advising on study design and writing data analysis sections for grant applications and/or manuscripts. + Base SAS 9.4 Programming certification. + Progressive experience in coding or analytic skill development. + Experience supervising junior biostatisticians and data analysts. + Previous data analysis experience in an academic environment. + Experience with medical claims data, electronic health record data, or large administrative databases. **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:** + Familiarity with survival analysis and survival extrapolations. + Strong knowledge of statistical principles relevant in medical and pharmaceutical research. + Ability to analyze and solve complex problems and apply quantitative analytical approaches. + Ability to investigate the properties of statistical methodology through simulation or other means. + Ability to advise on study design and write data analysis sections in grant application or protocols and manuscript development. + Strong programming skills in a common statistical software package (such as SAS, R). + Excellent computer skills, particularly with SAS and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and Outlook). + An ability to work with high performance computing environments. + Versatility and good organizational skills across multiple simultaneous projects, managing own workload, self-directed. + Ability to effectively work as a member of teams involving a variety of other team members including faculty, junior biostatisticians and data analysts, students, and postgraduate trainees. + Ability to effectively organize and prioritize projects and assignments. + Demonstrated ability to successfully contribute to the analytic elements of multiple projects simultaneously. + Proficiency in several statistical software languages. + Ability to work with minimal supervision and maximum accountability. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to maintain diplomacy with all collaborating partners. + Ability to contribute to the growth and development of the CePOR and the department. **How to Apply:** **Screening of Applications Begins:** **February 11** **th** **, 2025** **Anticipated Pay Range:** **$78,036 - $** **99,262** **ADA Statement:** **Background Check Statement:** **Vaccination Statement:** **Qualifications** **Job Category** **Primary Location** **Schedule** **Posting Date** **Unposting Date** **To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=36134&lang=en (https://apptrkr.com/5987873)** Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (https://www.jobelephant.com/) Principal Biostatistician - 36134 University Staff This full-time Principal Biostatistician position in the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SSPPS) will provide research support primarily for faculty within the Center for Pharmaceutical Outcomes Research (CePOR). The Center for Pharmaceutical Outcomes Research (CePOR) was established to advance the field of pharmaceutical outcomes research through the conduct of sponsored research; professional, graduate, and postgraduate education; and academic and professional service. Principal Professionals are responsible for exercising discretion, analytical skill, and personal accountability and responsibility. Work involves creating, integrating, applying, and sharing knowledge directly related to a professional field. Work is performed at an advanced or expert level. Principal Professionals are considered a subject matter expert in a particular area.This position provides advanced research support to investigators on all aspects of the research process, including study design (sample size and analytic plan development), data management, complex programming skills, ensuring data quality, analysis implementation and data visualization, disseminating results, and coordinating other research tasks for various studies. This individual is expected to co-author abstracts, oral and poster presentations, and scientific manuscripts and present their applied statistical work (where applicable). This position will also be responsible for ensuring requests and tasks are completed in a timely manner. The Principal Biostatistician is expected to function independently and professionally while acting as a resource for faculty in the SSPPS. The successful candidate may also serve as a resource for students, postgraduate trainees, and other biomedical researchers at CU Anschutz where applicable. - this role is eligible to work remotely, but the employee must be in the United States. The CU Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is preparing the world's future pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists through innovative learning and teaching. During its 110+ year history, the School of Pharmacy has been a global leader in medical discoveries, patient care, pharmacy advocacy, and online education. CU Pharmacy is ranked in the top 10% of all pharmacy schools in the nation, producing graduates that exceed national student outcomes and enjoy stellar career opportunities. The School's faculty are advancing science and health care, through programs that reach urban and rural Coloradans, as well as communities around the world. There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5987873&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) . The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.2. Curriculum vitae / Resume3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.Questions should be directed to: Dr. Doug Fish, Doug.Fish@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5987873&targetURL=Doug.Fish@cuanschutz.edu) Immediately and continues until . The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as .The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. 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Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Research Services : Remote Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20518 - SOP-Administration : Full-time : Feb 7, 2025 : Feb 12, 2025, 6:59:00 AM Posting Contact Name: Dr. Doug Fish Posting Contact Email: Doug.Fish@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5987873&targetURL=Doug.Fish@cuanschutz.edu) Position Number: 00830836jeid-03029aae6e45d34ab5136c10337d4808 The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.