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Biostatistician (1 Year Term)

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Praxis Spinal Cord Institute

1mo ago

  • Internship
  • Vancouver
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AI generated summary

  • You must possess strong statistical skills, experience in biostatistics, and be able to analyze clinical data effectively for research projects. Familiarity with relevant software is essential.
  • You will analyze data, design experiments, collaborate with researchers, interpret results, and assist in reporting findings to support spinal cord injury research projects.

Requirements

  • QUALIFICATIONS
  • Post-graduate degree in Biostatistics, Statistics or a related field.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience in research analysis (ideally clinical research).
  • Experience in the manipulation and analysis of statistical data from administrative health or research databases.
  • Strong ability to analyze and interpret data; determine implications and provide recommendations.
  • Strong computing skills (especially using SAS, R and SPSS) would be an advantage
  • Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including a strong command of Excel.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
  • Experience with MS SharePoint would be an asset.
  • Programming experience using Oracle/SQL Server would be an asset.
  • Proficiency with other statistical programming languages such as R, SPSS and Stata would be an asset.
  • An equivalent combination of education, experience and skills/behaviours will be considered.

Responsibilities

  • JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
  • Support the design, implementation and management of statistical analysis for multi-centre research projects
  • Using statistical expertise, determine the identification of relevant content for annual reporting and other special research studies in conjunction with members of the clinical and research groups
  • Working with researchers and other members of the Data Services Group to create the analysis plan for a study, identifying and qualifying all data sources required for the study (internal and external) and ensuring all appropriate data elements, inclusion/exclusion and other data handling issues are well defined and clearly articulated for execution
  • Conducting integrative analyses on the RHSCIR data set and other related clinical study and healthcare administration databases as required
  • Writes and executes computer analyses programs as required for the execution of analysis plans
  • Provides advice regarding appropriate analytic approaches on an ad hoc basis to the internal research and clinical operations group and external partners
  • Produces and disseminates analytic reports
  • Develops and maintains a detailed knowledge of Praxis' data holdings [and related data held by other organizations. e.g. Canadian Institute of Health Information (CIHI), other SCI registries]
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge about analytical techniques; health services and population health research; and other relevant information to our stakeholders as required
  • Participates on Praxis project teams by working collaboratively with other Praxis team members (i.e. provides regular updates on activities), ensuring timely notification of issues or problems, and maintaining professionalism in collecting feedback both from internal and external project team members
  • Represent Praxis externally as required
  • Participates in quality control and quality assurance activities as related to data management and analysis
  • Working with members of the SCI research community nationally and international academic and healthcare organizations to ensure data collected by RHSCIR and Praxis is utilized to its full extent to identify, validate and translate best practices in the care and treatment of persons with SCI
  • Perform other duties assigned within the scope of this role.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Biostatistician position?

The Biostatistician position is a full-time term of one year.

What organization is hiring for this position?

Praxis Spinal Cord Institute, a Canadian-based not-for-profit organization focused on spinal cord injury research, innovation, and care, is hiring for this position.

What will be the primary responsibilities of the Biostatistician?

The Biostatistician will support the design, implementation, and management of statistical analysis for multi-centre research projects, conduct analyses on various datasets, develop analysis plans, provide analytic reports, and collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must have a post-graduate degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field, with a minimum of two years of experience in research analysis, preferably in clinical research.

What technical skills are advantageous for this role?

Strong computing skills, particularly in SAS, R, and SPSS, proficiency with MS Office Suite (especially Excel), and experience with Oracle/SQL Server and other statistical programming languages like Stata are advantageous.

Is there a specific application deadline for this position?

Yes, interested and qualified candidates can apply by July 15, 2024.

How can interested applicants learn more about the Praxis Spinal Cord Institute?

Applicants can visit the Praxis Spinal Cord Institute's website at www.praxisinstitute.org for more information.

Are there any considerations given to equivalent combinations of education and experience?

Yes, an equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills/behaviours will be considered for this position.

Will all applicants be contacted after applying?

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted, although Praxis appreciates the interest of all applicants.

What commitment does Praxis Spinal Cord Institute have regarding workforce diversity?

Praxis is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that is fair, equitable, supportive, welcoming, and respectful, recognizing that a diverse workforce is vital to creativity, growth, and innovation.

Praxis Spinal Cord Institute

Leading global collaboration in spinal cord injury research, innovation and care.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
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Mission & Purpose

Praxis Spinal Cord Institute is a Canadian-based not-for-profit organization that leads global collaboration in spinal cord injury research, innovation, and care. We advance ground-breaking ideas that can be put into practice, making lives better. By using SCI knowledge translation to bridge health evidence with real world delivery, we work to make exceptional improvements in the health of people living with SCI. Praxis is an Ancient Greek word that means a process by which theory is applied practically. This is exactly the work we do - moving knowledge into action.