Ycci Statistical Data Analyst

Essential Duties

1.Evaluates and analyzes data using accepted statistical and biostatistical techniques. 2. Investigates, analyzes, and evaluates complex statistical and programming problems.

Determines proper methodology, testing standards, and evaluation processes for research projects. Recommends and develops statistical approaches for use in analyses. 3. Prepares analysis plans and writes detailed specifications for analysis files, consistency checks, tables, and figures; communicates with clients regarding statistical analysis issues. 4.

In collaboration with research investigators, contributes to the design of research studies, develops analytical plans, conducts statistical analysis and interpret the results. 5. Ensures the integrity of databases used in analyses through development of essential data cleaning and checks, and data back-ups. 6. Plans statistical programming activities and schedules to provide investigators with time frames for projects. 7.

Recommends and develops statistical approaches by testing and prototyping. 8. Organizes and creates documents and tables related to datasets; communicates with data sources about data accuracy and data dictionary. 9. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Master's Degree in Biostatistics, Statistics or relevant field. Two years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Background Check Requirements

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Position Focus:

Masters level biostatisticians and epidemiologists are sought for a newly established Applied Biostatistics group in the at the Yale Center for Clinical Investigation (YCCI) at Yale University. This group will collaborate closely with the Yale Center for Analytical Sciences (YCAS) and other biostatisticians at the Department of Biostatistics. The group will provide consultation to Yale faculty and trainees on a range of methodologic approaches in interventional clinical trials, human pathophysiology studies, observational and epidemiological studies, and studies of health care delivery science.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

Proven experience with other statistical software programs such as: R, STATA, or SPSS.

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The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.