Statistical Analyst

About the role

The Quantitative Data Sciences Core (QDSC) of the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center at the Feinberg School of Medicine (FSM) is recruiting a Master's-level statistical analyst to join a highly collegial academic environment in the Division of Biostatistics & Informatics in FSM's Department of Preventive Medicine. This role involves collaborating with cancer research investigators on clinical trials and other clinical, epidemiological, and basic science studies, working under the supervision of Biostatistics faculty members.

Responsibilities

• Manages and plans for data/analysis requests and projects.
• Provides consultation to customers on appropriate data management, methodological issues and statistical analyses.
• Assists in the development of statistical analysis plans.
• Manages multiple ongoing projects.
• Assists in the development of project analysis milestones and timelines, and ensures timely completion.
• Collaborates with Quality Assurance Monitoring team and other groups on data collection tool development and other data management activities.
• Reviews reports before presentation to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Develops and maintains documentation of process for quality assurance and reporting methodology.
• Interprets results using a variety of techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex statistical analysis.
• Determines data structure for local datasets.
• Cleans and organizes data in preparation for analysis.
• Prepares statistical analysis reports, including tables and figures, for meetings with investigators, and for presentations and publications.
• Develops well-documented code using code style best practices.
• Develops data collection tools independently and in collaboration with other groups.
• Learns new statistical methods as needed for projects.
• Develops and documents standards for data quality and regulatory compliance pertaining to reporting.
• Ensures quality and compliance by reviewing reports.
• Performs range, logic and consistency checks, reporting errors when preparing reports.
• Produces readable well-documented code according to code style best practices.
• Maintains professional and clear communication style.
• Adheres to project timelines and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
• 4 years data analysis/report writing or similar experience required.
• Strong foundational knowledge of statistical methods used in cancer biostatistics.
• Advanced proficiency in R and R Markdown for data management, analysis, and report generation, including the ability to write clean, well-documented, and reproducible code using the tidyverse and related packages.
• Clear and effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to explain statistical results to clinical collaborators.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail; ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Master’s degree in Biostatistics or Statistics, or equivalent level of education.
• Professional experience applying high-level biostatistical methods (e.g. survival analysis, longitudinal modeling, clinical trial analysis) within a collaborative environment.
• Prior experience in cancer research, including familiarity with early phase clinical trial design and cancer-specific endpoints.
• Experience with data management, quality control, data cleaning and curation.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet competing deadlines within a shared resource collaboration model.

Benefits

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html.

Work-Life and Wellness

Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles. We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

Professional Growth & Development

Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you’re interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more.