Biostatistician

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• **University Overview** The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation.
• This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S.
• Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning.
• As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.
• Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia.
• The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities.
• With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
• The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
• **Posted Job Title** Biostatistician **Job Profile Title** Biostatistician **Job Description Summary** Develops and applies statistical theory and methods to support research in the life sciences.
• Contributes to study design, data analysis, and interpretation of results, and collaborates with investigators to ensure scientific rigor and meaningful outcomes in clinical, laboratory, or population-based studies.
• Position is contingent upon continued funding.
• **Job Description** **Job Responsibilities** Conduct appropriate statistical analysis, under the supervision of senior biostatisticians, for applications in multicenter clinical trials/studies, medical claims or electronic health record data, as well as single center/laboratory projects in ophthalmic research * Design, test, implement & document statistical computer programming in high-level statistical software packages (SAS, R) * Develop short-term project-specific biostatistics design and analysis plans under the supervision of senior biostatisticians * Develop, document, and maintain Redcap database and the analytic data files * Write summary reports and create graphs for manuscripts and proposals * Write and edit statistical methods sections of manuscripts * Develop working knowledge of methodologic issues in ophthalmic research * Other duties and responsibilities as assigned Position is contingent upon funding.
• **Qualifications** * Master of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Position is contingent upon continued funding.
• **Job Location - City, State** Philadelphia, Pennsylvania **Department / School** Perelman School of Medicine **Pay Range** $67,155.00 - $92,790.00 Annual Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level.
• Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
• **Equal Opportunity Statement** The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer.
• Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
• **Special Requirements** Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made.
• Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
• **University Benefits** * **Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts**: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare.
• You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• * **Tuition**: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits.
• You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn.
• Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• * **Retirement:** Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future.
• Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis.
• Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• * **Time Away from Work:** Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year.

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