Senior Biostatistician

Apply for Job Job ID372013 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyResearch Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9792BO Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job Senior Biostatistician 9792BO - Research Professional 6 - Biostatistics Position Summary The Masonic Cancer Center (MCC) of the University of Minnesota seeks a highly experienced Senior Biostatistician (Research Professional 6) to provide statistical leadership across a diverse portfolio of cancer research. This role involves oversight for multiple study aspects, including study design, grant/protocol writing, complex data analysis, and dissemination of results. This position requires extensive statistical subject matter expertise, the capacity to research and apply new methodologies, and the ability to explain complex findings to a diverse audience. The successful candidate will independently manage their workflow, adapt to highly variable research design, and contribute to departmental leadership discussions and decisions. Key Responsibilities Statistical Leadership & Study Design (~40%) Study Design & Consultation: Serve as the primary statistical leader and resource, consulting with investigators on the design, conduct, and analysis of diverse studies, including basic and pre-clinical experiments, clinical trials, epidemiology studies, and surveys. Methodology Selection: Select and apply appropriate statistical methods, often new or advanced, for various research areas. Continually research and learn new statistical methodologies to maintain best research practices. Prepare accurate sample size and power calculations. Grant & Protocol Development: Provide statistical expertise for securing research funding. Write appropriate statistical methods sections and contribute to the writing of grant applications, ensuring the proposed design and methods have strong statistical rationale. Participate in preparation of study protocols for MCC Review Committee and Institutional Review Board. Data Management & Analysis (~30%) Data Quality Assurance: Provide guidance on data collection methods to ensure high quality data for analysis and understand the assumptions and limitations of various analyses to ensure rigor and validity. Database Management: Develop and maintain project databases, preferably using Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap). Analysis Execution: Perform statistical analysis methods to appropriately answer research questions. Randomization: Prepare randomization schedules as appropriate. Scientific Communication & Dissemination (~15%) Results Presentation: Clearly present and interpret study designs, statistical methods, and research results through excellent written and oral communication to diverse research teams, non-researchers, and Data Safety and Monitoring Boards. Manuscript Co-Authorship: Lead or co-author peer-reviewed manuscripts, focusing on writing the statistical methods and results sections, preparing tables and figures, and fully engaging in the editing and review process. Leadership & Institutional Contribution (~15%) Independent Workflow Management: Independently initiate and maintain workflow, proactively forecast time demands, and maintain adequate funding for support. Institutional Improvement: Contribute to the overall direction and work of the Masonic Cancer Center (MCC), the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) and the Clinical Research Support Center (CRSC), assisting in the design and improvement of research procedures (e.g., protocol reviews and data and safety monitoring). Participate in departmental leadership discussions and decisions, offering thoughtful suggestions related to obtaining new research funds and projects, and reproducible workflows. Mentorship/Supervision: May be called upon to lead meetings or assume other supervisory and mentoring (of same/lower rank professionals) responsibilities in the absence of the department supervisor. Qualifications All required qualifications must be documented on application materials. Required Qualifications Education: Advanced degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a closely related quantitative related field. Experience: 6-10 years of experience as an applied statistician. Technical Skills: High-level knowledge and hands-on experience with statistical software (e.g., SAS and R). Familiarity with relational databases and data manipulation. Scientific Impact: Demonstrated track record of contribution to scientific literature, including co-authorship on multiple peer-reviewed publications. Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively translate statistical concepts to non-statistical audiences. Organization Skills: Proven ability to manage multiple simultaneous tasks and deadlines with a high degree of organization and attention to detail. Preferred Qualifications Training and/or experience with biological sciences. Familiarity with translational or clinical research methods and data. About the Department The University of Minnesota Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) mission is to accelerate and improve clinical and translational science research, education and improve health. CTSI provides consultation, training, support, and services to researchers and research teams across the translational continuum. CTSI is part of the national, NIH-funded Clinical Translational Science Award (CTSA) program/consortium that works together to improve the efficiency, quality, and impact of clinical and translational research and science. Pay and Benefits Pay Range: $115K-$125K; depending on education/qualifications/experience Time Appointment: 100% Appointment Position Type: P&A Staff Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. 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Created: 2026-03-07