Post by ncwebcenter on May 9, 2009 20:49:13 GMT -5
Staff Scientist (Biostatistician)
Entry Id: CNO-873
Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
Intramural Research Program
Staff Scientist (Biostatistician)
Clinical Sciences Section
The Clinical Sciences Section (CSS) in the Office of the Clinical Director, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) is recruiting for a Biostatistician. Research in the CSS is in the broad areas of clinical epidemiology and health services research. The CSS focuses on studies of health outcomes of patients with rheumatic diseases. This is accomplished using observational studies, clinical trials, and analyses of large administrative datasets.
The successful candidate will be expected to be skilled in statistical computing, the application of statistics in epidemiology, longitudinal data analysis, and the analysis of clinical trials. He/she will be responsible for assisting in the development of analytic plans with investigators in the CSS, performing analyses, and assisting in reporting results. He/she will have the opportunity to conduct independent methodological research. In addition, the candidate will provide guidance on data quality issues, serve as ad hoc statistical consultant for investigators in the Office of the Clinical Director, and provide mentoring for clinical fellows.
The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree in statistics, health services research, economics or a related field. A record of peer-reviewed publications in one of these fields is required. Experience with programming using common statistical software is expected. Prior experience analyzing large administrative datasets would be advantageous. The successful candidate should have strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
Applications will be evaluated on demonstrated ability to analyze epidemiologic and clinical trial data and to collaborate effectively.
Salary will be commensurate with experience. A full package of benefits, including retirement, health, life, and long-term care insurance, and a Thrift Savings Plan is available.
Interested individuals should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a brief summary of research experience, accomplishments and research interests and goals, copies of three publications or reprints, and three letters of reference electronically to Ms. Leonie Daley at daleyl@mail.nih.gov or mailed to the address below by May 31, 2009:
Dr. Michael Ward
Clinical Sciences Section (CSS)
Office of the Clinical Director
Intramural Research Program, NIAMS
c/o Ms. Leonie Daley
31 Center Drive
Bldg 31, Room 4C-12 MSC 2350
Bethesda, Maryland 20892-2350
DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers. The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs.
The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs.
Entry Id: CNO-873
Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
Intramural Research Program
Staff Scientist (Biostatistician)
Clinical Sciences Section
The Clinical Sciences Section (CSS) in the Office of the Clinical Director, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) is recruiting for a Biostatistician. Research in the CSS is in the broad areas of clinical epidemiology and health services research. The CSS focuses on studies of health outcomes of patients with rheumatic diseases. This is accomplished using observational studies, clinical trials, and analyses of large administrative datasets.
The successful candidate will be expected to be skilled in statistical computing, the application of statistics in epidemiology, longitudinal data analysis, and the analysis of clinical trials. He/she will be responsible for assisting in the development of analytic plans with investigators in the CSS, performing analyses, and assisting in reporting results. He/she will have the opportunity to conduct independent methodological research. In addition, the candidate will provide guidance on data quality issues, serve as ad hoc statistical consultant for investigators in the Office of the Clinical Director, and provide mentoring for clinical fellows.
The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree in statistics, health services research, economics or a related field. A record of peer-reviewed publications in one of these fields is required. Experience with programming using common statistical software is expected. Prior experience analyzing large administrative datasets would be advantageous. The successful candidate should have strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
Applications will be evaluated on demonstrated ability to analyze epidemiologic and clinical trial data and to collaborate effectively.
Salary will be commensurate with experience. A full package of benefits, including retirement, health, life, and long-term care insurance, and a Thrift Savings Plan is available.
Interested individuals should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a brief summary of research experience, accomplishments and research interests and goals, copies of three publications or reprints, and three letters of reference electronically to Ms. Leonie Daley at daleyl@mail.nih.gov or mailed to the address below by May 31, 2009:
Dr. Michael Ward
Clinical Sciences Section (CSS)
Office of the Clinical Director
Intramural Research Program, NIAMS
c/o Ms. Leonie Daley
31 Center Drive
Bldg 31, Room 4C-12 MSC 2350
Bethesda, Maryland 20892-2350
DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers. The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs.
The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs.