Employer
The Libin Cardiovascular Institute of Alberta in the Faculty of Medicine invites applications for a Statistical Associate. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 3 years (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
The Libin Cardiovascular Institute is engaged in cutting-edge health services research in cardiovascular disease including its management and evaluation. The Statistical Associate reports to the Principal investigator, and will work with health researchers and clinicians and analyze large administrative, observational and clinical datasets.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
- Develop, implement, and complete complex, innovative and creative statistical programming
- Provide data analysis while assisting in the preparation of data for scientific presentations and research manuscripts
- Conduct statistical analyses including logistic regression modeling, survival analysis and analysis of longitudinal data
- Plan, implement and complete innovative and creative SAS or STATA programming for various research projects
- Responsible for selecting appropriate statistical techniques for research questions and carrying out data analysis
- Create and maintain clear database related documentation and steps performed
- Responsible for maintaining established groups policies and procedures and making recommendations for changes to group policies and procedures
- Ensures following and adherence to study protocols and UofC ethics
- Assist in the preparation of manuscripts and reports findings in scientific mediums
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Master's degree in Biostatistics, Statistics or Epidemiology plus 1 year of relevant experience; or Bachelor's degree in Statistics with a minimum 3 or more year of relevant experience
- Proficient in SAS (SAS Certification an asset), with knowledge of Stata and/or R an advantage
- Excellent, organizational, time management, interpersonal, and problem solving skills. Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power point, etc) are preferred
- A sound understanding of University, Health Services and Government structure and operations
- Demonstrated commitment to accuracy and attention to detail
- Work well independently (with minimal direction) and as part of a team
- Must be able to clearly communicate statistical ideas to health researchers and clinicians
- Ability to work effectively in a changing environment and handle multiple tasks and changing priorities with tight time frames
- Critical thinking and problems solving skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and make solid recommendations is an asset.
Application Deadline: October 31, 2013
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
To apply please visit the University of Calgary's career opportunities page; www.ucalgary.ca/careersuofc. Job Opening ID #5129.
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Technical Job Family, Phase II. (Salary range $4392.27-6359.38/month)
To find out more about our competitive salaries and benefits, and why we are a great place to work and learn, please see: www.ucalgary.ca/careersuofc.
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