Biostatistician I - Institute for Public Health Practice, Research and Policy

Required:   

• The academic knowledge of the area of biostatistics or applied statistics, including advanced study associated with a Master's degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Data Science or equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Experience programming in SAS or R in a professional setting. Includes knowledge and experience using the Output Delivery System or R Markdown.
• Demonstrated ability for accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to function independently. 

Highly Desired:  

• Experience creating datasets for statistical analyses by merging and manipulating data sets.  
• Knowledge of relational database structures and methods beyond merging data sets.
• Experience with creating drill-down HTML pages.  
• Experience designing and building data visualizations using tools such as ggplot2, plotly, or other packages.
• Experience working directly with community partners or others without research backgrounds on issues related to statistical and technical expertise.
• Knowledge of and experience fitting linear or generalized linear mixed effects models using actual research data. 

Desired:  

• Knowledge and experience using terminology related to medical and healthcare research.
• Experience with Bayesian statistical methods and related software using actual research data.  
• Experience with sample size and power calculations using actual research data.
• Experience with survey sampling weighting.
• Additional experience with visualization tools (E.g., Shiny, Tableau). 

Position and Application Details: 

This position is eligible for remote work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.  

To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter 

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. 

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. 

For questions, contact Kay Shie, kay-shie@uiowa.edu  

Benefits Highlights: This is a regular, salaried position. Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: Benefits | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa (uiowa.edu) 

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Biostatistician 
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific 
• Schedule: Full-time position 
• Work Modality Options: Hybrid within Iowa

Compensation 

• Pay Level: 5A