Overview
To apply, please send your CV, cover letter, and a sample publication(s) (if applicable) to uwase@wustl.edu with a cc to anju@wustl.edu. In the email subject line, please use: Statistical Data Analyst_[Your Name]
Position Summary
Division of General Medicine and Geriatrics Research Unit in the Department of Medicine is looking for an enthusiastic and independent Statistical Data Analyst II, with training in epidemiology and/or biostatistics, with 2-3 years of work experience, to join our team. Research focuses on cardiovascular disease in Haiti.
Our work includes studies in clinical epidemiology, clinical trials, and implementation science. Will report to Dr. Molly McNairy, Professor of Medicine in the Department of Medicine, and work with a team of research staff, students, fellows, and faculty at WashU and at our international sites. Will be responsible for preparing, developing and managing observational and clinical trial databases, developing and managing longitudinal datasets, data analysis, quality assurance activities, and data visualization. Will support these data activities for manuscripts, grant submissions, and programmatic needs. Ability to work independently, problem-solve data management issues, learn new data analytic skills, and communicate clearly is key.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Develop and analyze databases/datasets using statistical analysis programs.
Create automated codes to depict study metrics.
May collaborate with expert consulting statisticians to identify appropriate analytic procedures.
Audit and clean data, conduct statistical analyses.
Assist researchers with interpretation of statistical test results.
Create graphs, tables, and charts to depict results.
Develop narrative descriptions of results for policy articles, journal articles, and grant proposals.
Assist in database design.
Perform other duties as assigned.
What we’re looking for:
Master’s degree + 2-3 years of relevant experience
Strong quantitative skills (R preferred) with emphasis on longitudinal analysis
Experience in global health research; LMIC experience a plus
Preferred experience:
Research publication history
Previous experience supervising junior staff or students on research projects
Interest in chronic disease research
Location: St Louis, MO (must be in-person)
To apply, please send your CV, cover letter, and a sample publication(s) (if applicable) to uwase@wustl.edu with a cc to anju@wustl.edu. In the email subject line, please use: Statistical Data Analyst_[Your Name]
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage early submission; the deadline is May 15.
This position will not sponsor a work visa, but applicants eligible for STEM-OPT are encouraged to apply.
