Biostatistician
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LocationScheie Eye Institute
Also inPhiladelphia
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience3–5 yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedSep 30, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live3d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Master of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience with statistical analysis for multicenter clinical trials/studies, medical claims or electronic health record data
Proficiency in SAS and R
Ability to develop, document, and maintain Redcap database
Skill in writing summary reports and creating graphs for manuscripts
Ability to write and edit statistical methods sections of manuscripts
Skills
SAS
R
Redcap
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement benefits
Tuition benefits
Professional development
Wellness programs
University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
Benefits
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
Biostatistician
Job Profile Title
Biostatistician
Job Description Summary
Develops and applies statistical theory and methods to support research in the life sciences. Contributes to study design, data analysis, and interpretation of results, and collaborates with investigators to ensure scientific rigor and meaningful outcomes in clinical, laboratory, or population-based studies.
Position is contingent upon continued funding.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Conduct appropriate statistical analysis, under the supervision of senior biostatisticians, for applications in multicenter clinical trials/studies, medical claims or electronic health record data, as well as single center/laboratory projects in ophthalmic research
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Design, test, implement & document statistical computer programming in high-level statistical software packages (SAS, R)
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Develop short-term project-specific biostatistics design and analysis plans under the supervision of senior biostatisticians
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Develop, document, and maintain Redcap database and the analytic data files
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Write summary reports and create graphs for manuscripts and proposals
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Write and edit statistical methods sections of manuscripts
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Develop working knowledge of methodologic issues in ophthalmic research
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Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
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Position is contingent upon funding.
Qualifications
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Master of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.