| POSITION TITLE |
Biostatistician I |
| DEPARTMENT |
LTRI |
| EMPLOYMENT TYPE |
Temporary, Full-Time |
| HOURS OF WORK |
37.5 hours per week |
| EMPLOYEE GROUP |
Non-Union |
| REPORTS TO |
Principal Investigator |
The Leadership Sinai Centre for Diabetes invites applications for the position of Biostatistician. This position is full-time for 1 year, with possibility of continuation thereafter. Candidates ideally have an MSc or MMath degree in Biostatistics or Statistics with demonstrated practical experience in a health research setting. The statistical analyst will work in a dynamic and stimulating environment on a variety of clinical research projects with an established research team that includes physicians and epidemiologists. Ongoing projects include large prospective observational cohort studies and clinical trials relating to diabetes. The statistical analyst will participate in data analysis and preparation of results for publication and conference presentations. Solid R/SAS programming, oral and written communication, and time management skills are essential. Salary commensurate with relevant experience.
Role and Responsibilities
- Perform statistical analyses for research projects at the Leadership Sinai Centre for Diabetes, including clinical trials and observational cohort studies
- Merge and clean data from sources contributing to studies, including study databases and biochemical data
- Create code for conducting statistical analyses and revise analyses in iterative manner in conjunction with investigators
- Prepare descriptions of statistical methods for manuscripts and grant applications
- Prepare tables and figures to present results of statistical analyses
- Data management and database interrogation
- Store all analyses with clear documentation
- Handle all data and analyses with the highest degree of confidentiality
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- MSc or MMath degree in Biostatistics or Statistics
- Programming proficiency in R or Statistical Analysis Software (SAS)
- Familiarity with longitudinal data analysis and repeated-measures analyses, including Generalized Estimating Equations (GEE) and mixed models
- Familiarity with multivariable regression techniques
- Minimum of 6 months experience in health research setting is preferred
In accordance with Institute’s policy and legislated health and safety requirements, employment is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures, and training. Successful candidates will be required to provide two (2) written reference letters from their former employer(s)/supervisor(s).
A recent Provincial Directive mandates all employees of public hospitals in Ontario to be either fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or be regularly tested. All new employees joining Sinai Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine and be on track toward full vaccination within six (6) weeks; participating in mandatory twice weekly Rapid Antigen Testing Program until fully vaccinated. There are very limited circumstances in which approval will be given for a medical exemption from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
We are a fully committed to fairness and equity in employment and our recruitment and selection practices. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, women and any others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Sinai Health community. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under our Access for People with Disabilities policy. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance.
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute is a scent sensitive environment, and all members of the community are expected to refrain from wearing or using scented products while visiting or working at the Institute. We also support a barrier-free workplace supported by the Institute’s accessibility plan, accommodation and disability management policies and procedures. Should you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, including accessible job postings, please contact the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Human Resources Department.
| Posting open until August 6, 2024. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. |
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