Biostatistician, Remote Hybrid - Outcomes Research - Full Time Day

Company: St. Luke's of Kansas City
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

Job Description

The Opportunity:

Saint Luke's Health System is seeking an experienced biostatistician for our Outcomes Research team. This position will work alongside researchers, clinical staff and other biostatisticians to support a variety of innovative research activities at the local, national and international level, working to advance the understanding of patient outcomes and improve the quality and value of healthcare. The position will assist with the design and operation of research studies, support the development of grant proposals, work actively with numerous data sources, perform a wide variety of statistical analyses, co-author publications and provide statistical consultation. This position will play a key role in ensuring the validity of data and analyses from beginning to end of a project.

Shift Details: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4:30 PM

This position will have a hybrid work model with both in-person and remote days.

The Work:

* Provide statistical support for research and operational activities.
* Consult and collaborate with researchers on design, planning and analysis of research studies.
* Perform a variety of biostatistical analyses.
* Prepare, maintain and document analysis data sets. Determine and develop appropriate tools for managing data.
* Develop specifications for analysis files, consistency checks, tables and figures.
* Interact directly with sponsors, investigators, etc. on study design, data and analytic issues.
* Organize and interpret analytic results and collaborate on preparation of abstracts, manuscripts and associated presentations at national and international meetings.
* Keep current with relevant statistical methodologies.
* Participate in seminars, journal clubs and collaborate on methodologic developments with other biostatistics staff.

We are seeking an experienced professional with a solid understanding of statistical theory and practice, preferably with experience in biostatistics, and exceptional statistical programming skills using SAS, R, SQL, etc. Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical analyses to non-technical peers is essential, in order to create results that researchers can understand and use. The ideal candidate will be a problem solver and active learner, adept at understanding the research questions and contexts at hand, and continuously seeking valid and efficient ways to analyze and interpret data. If you are passionate about research and being part of a team innovating patient care, working with leading technology and improving patient outcomes, this is the right position for you.

Why Saint Luke's?:

* Opportunity to work nationally recognized medical research studies
* Saint Luke's offers competitive salaries and benefits packages to all of their employees, click here to find out more.
* We believe in creating a collaborative environment where all voices are heard.
* We are here for you and will support you in achieving your goals.
* We are dedicated to innovation and always looking for ways to improve.

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

2 years

Master's Degree (Required)

Job Details

Full Time

Day (United States of America)

The best place to get care. The best place to give care. Saint Luke's 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke's means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter.

Join the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services. Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire only non-tobacco users.

Effective November 1st, 2021, full COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for all Saint Luke's Health System employees unless a medical or religious exemption is approved.

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