Biostatistician II- OBGYN Research

About the Role

Join our team and make a difference in people's lives by supporting a NIH-funded healthcare research program focused on translating complex statistical analyses into clinically meaningful insights. This role involves working closely with clinicians and other researchers to link and analyze large real-world healthcare and EMS data, with an emphasis on causal inference and observational research.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of data collection instruments, databases, and procedure manuals.
• Design, implement, and perform data management and quality control procedures for routine and special projects.
• Write computer programs to combine data from separate files for comparative analysis.
• Support the creation of applications for research projects.
• Collaborate with program staff on the design and analysis of biostatistics aspects of research protocols.
• Participate in the design of questionnaires and interview forms.
• Analyze data using univariate and multivariate techniques such as logistic regression and factor analysis.
• Support interpretation and assist in the creation of study results in collaboration with faculty members, epidemiologists, biostatisticians, and other team members.
• Provide tabular and graphic summaries of analyses suitable for publication in peer-reviewed journals and presentation at scientific meetings.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of related work experience.
• Educational background in Statistics, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Data Science, or a closely related field.
• Strong foundation in statistical inference, including hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, and model interpretation.
• Hands-on experience with real healthcare or clinical datasets (e.g., EHR, large national datasets).
• Experience designing and analyzing observational studies, including handling confounding, bias, and missing data.
• Strong understanding of causal inference methods such as:
  • Target trial emulation
  • Propensity score methods (matching, weighting, adjustment)
  • Instrumental variable analyses
  • Mendelian randomization
  • Regression-based approaches for observational data
• Ability to manage the full analytical workflow: linkage, cleaning, analysis, interpretation, reporting, and communication of methods and results.
• Programming experience in R, SAS, Python, or SQL.
• Demonstrated ability to work with software programs including SAS, Access, PowerPoint, Epi Info, and Excel.
• Ability to conduct and interpret multivariable regression analysis.
• Documented ability to manipulate complex, large databases including Medicare and other insurance claims data.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and other web-based applications.

Skills

• Decision Making: Ability to make decisions guided by general instructions and practices, with some interpretation.
• Problem Solving: Ability to address highly varied, complex, and non-recurring problems using innovative and creative techniques.
• Independence of Action: Ability to set goals and determine how to accomplish defined results with some guidelines.
• Written Communications: Ability to summarize and communicate moderately complex information in varied written formats.
• Oral Communications: Ability to comprehend and converse effectively with medical center staff, patients, families, and external customers.
• Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of concepts, practices, and policies in complex situations.
• Teamwork: Ability to act as a team leader for small projects or work groups, fostering collaboration and respect.
• Customer Service: Ability to provide high-level customer service in a professional, respectful manner.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally in carrying, lifting, pushing, or pulling objects. Sitting most of the time, with walking and standing required only occasionally.

Pay

Annual base salary range: $80,000.00 USD - $120,000.00 USD. Actual compensation is determined based on factors such as seniority, education, training, relevant experience, certifications, geography, and job responsibilities.

Additional Information

As a health care organization, Beth Israel Lahey Health requires all staff to be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.