Job Title Biomedical Data Science Associate Director
Requisition Number RE50668
Working Title
Department Name 7P180:DEPT OF BIOSTATISTICS
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 48
Salary Range $62,941-103,834/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
PhD
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Required Related Experience
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None.
Physical Requirements
Sitting for extended periods of time, lifting up to 10 pounds, possible job related travel.
Shift
Typically Monday – Friday Between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Additional hours as needed.
Job Summary
The Department of Biostatistics seeks a Biomedical Data Science Associate Director with expertise in collaborative research and analysis of biomedical data including clinical and observational data. The candidate will work in the Biostatistics Consulting and Interdisciplinary Research Collaboration Lab (Biostat CIRCL) to lead collaborations with research partners across campus to translate research ideas into well-designed studies, implement advanced statistical methodologies to answer research questions, and interpret findings. Day-to-day tasks include consulting with research partners, creating data management and analytic plans, statistical programming, data visualization, automated report generation, and scientific writing. As a member of the Biostat CIRCL, the position will lead initiatives to further the team science mission of the unit and build infrastructure for effective data science practices on interdisciplinary research teams. This position may be on campus or fully remote.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Statistical programming expertise in R or SAS required.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
PhD + 2 years experience or MS + 5 years experience required. Graduate degree(s) in Biostatistics, Data Science, or Statistics preferred.
Deadline to Apply 06/25/2025
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