Job Summary

The Division of Biostatistics in the Department of Radiation Oncology is currently looking to hire a Statistician.  The University of Michigan Department of Radiation Oncology is one of the top ranked department and residency program in the country.  The division of Biostatistics currently consists of faculty members, MS statisticians and PhD students. Members of the division have long-running deep collaborations with Radiation Oncologists in a variety of disease sites.  We have access to many valuable datasets including many large observational and clinical trial datasets.  Areas of focus include prediction models, biomarkers, imaging and individualization of treatment to optimize outcomes for patients with cancer. We often build R Shiny apps to increase the clinical utilization and impact of the statistical analyses.  

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Responsibilities*

Specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Meet independently with clinical collaborators to discuss research projects.
• Apply knowledge, skills, and experience of statistical analysis principles to investigate and answer health-related research questions
• Write, edit, and document computer programs to clean, manage, and analyze data.
• Develop and deliver written, graphical, and/or verbal presentations of the data.
• Co-author medical manuscripts by providing descriptions of statistical methods, statistical analyses, results, tables, and figures.
• Build R Shiny Apps for implementing prediction models or clinical decision aids.

Required Qualifications*

Senior Level:

• A minimum of a Bachelors degree in a recognized field of science or learning which is directly related to this position.
• 3 - 5 years of professional experience 

Intermediate Level:

• A minimum of a Bachelors degree in a recognized field of science or learning which is directly related to this position.
• 1 - 3 years of professional experience 

Desired Qualifications*

• Master's degree in biostatistics, statistics, or equivalent
• Prior experience in medical research field is desirable but not required
• Skills in using statistical analysis software; for example: SAS, R, STATA, or Python
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.