Senior Biostatistician - Child Health Focus

About the role

The Child Health Research Center in the College of Health and Human Development, is seeking a Senior Professional Biostatistician. This position is located in State College, PA, at the University Park Campus and will play a vital role in supporting interdisciplinary research aimed at improving child health outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Study Design & Methodology Consult and advise researchers on study design, statistical analysis strategies, reliability, data collection procedures, statistical power, sample size, and randomization schemes.
• Oversee the design, development, and coordination of study forms, instruments, measurement protocols, and equipment.
• Statistical Analysis & Programming Perform statistical analyses using SAS or other statistical software packages, including writing programs for treatment randomization, data summaries, and inferential analysis.
• Apply and interpret complex statistical models (e.g., regression, mixed models, survival analysis, longitudinal data analysis).
• Read and interpret findings, address gaps, and draw conclusions to inform research and policy.
• Data Management & Quality Assurance Develop and oversee data management systems across multiple ongoing research projects.
• Implement quality improvement practices and processes to ensure data integrity and reproducibility.
• Collaborative Research Support Collaborate with investigators, postdocs, and students to design and implement statistical analysis plans.
• Provide statistical expertise in interpreting results and translating them into actionable insights.
• Prepare and send data to collaborators in support of cooperative research efforts.
• Scientific Communication & Dissemination Collaborate on grant proposals, manuscripts, reports, presentations, and other scientific deliverables.
• Supervise the preparation of statistical reports and communicate results through presentations, written summaries, and data visualizations.
• Author abstracts, manuscripts, and final reports.
• Mentorship & Capacity Building Mentor postdoctoral scholars, graduate students, and undergraduate research assistants.
• Support the professional development of junior team members in statistical methods and research design.
• Make recommendations to researchers informed by new developments in the statistical and mathematical field associated with software and methodology.

  Skills Required

  • Consulting: Ability to communicate complex statistical concepts to non-statistical audiences and provide actionable guidance.
  • Data Analysis: Proficiency in analyzing large and complex datasets using advanced statistical techniques.
  • Data Collection: Experience designing and implementing data collection protocols, including surveys and clinical data systems.
  • Data Management: Expertise in managing, cleaning, and organizing datasets for analysis and reporting.
  • Data Visualization: Skilled in creating clear, informative visualizations to communicate findings effectively.
  • Presentation Skills: Strong ability to present statistical findings to diverse audiences, including researchers, funders, and community stakeholders.
  • Programming: Proficiency in statistical software such as R, or SAS, for data analysis and automation.
  • Regression Analysis: Deep understanding of linear, logistic, and multilevel regression models.
  • Report Writing: Ability to write clear, concise statistical reports and contribute to scientific manuscripts.
  • Study Design: Expertise in designing robust studies that align with research objectives and ethical standards.
  • Supervision & Leadership: lead statistical initiatives and oversee statistical analyses across the Center.
  • Trend Analysis: Ability to identify and interpret trends in longitudinal and cross-sectional data.

    Qualifications

    • If filled as Biostatistician - Senior Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None.
    • If filled as Biostatistician - Advanced Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None.

    Benefits

    • Salary Range: $72,300.00 - $137,280.00.
    • Benefits Package: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, substantial paid time off, and a generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.
    • Background Checks/Clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
    • Equal Opportunity Employer: Penn State is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

    Pay

    $72,300.00 - $137,280.00

    Schedule

    Not specified