Research Associate Full-time NEW

Biostatistician

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This position has an initial appointment of 1 year.

Location – This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.

The Canadian VIGOUR Centre (CVC) is an academic research organization located on the University of Alberta (UofA) campus with focus on cardiovascular disease, therapies and expertise ranging from clinical trials to regional registries and population health outcomes. This position will participate in population health outcomes research by supporting the research team in the management and analysis of related data and in the generation and/or validation of academic peer-reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

Working closely with the principal investigator and the CVC research faculty, the Biostatistician will have the following duties and responsibilities:

• Plans research activities, provides research design and evaluation of research projects including study design, selection of patient cohorts to appropriately answer the questions of interest and choice of the statistical analyses
• Documents and maintains references (documents and codes), determines the most appropriate methodology in carrying out identified research goals, organizes the data and conducts advanced statistical analysis of research results for future replications and/or extensions of the results
• Designs experiments, data collection protocols and standards, prepares proposals for new research activities including assisting in the preparation of research grant applications and contract proposals
• Conducts data quality control and assurance on analytical output, tests statistical methods on data, assists data cleaning processes and presents issues related to the analysis to biostatistical colleagues
• Ensures the accuracy of the computations applied on the data to obtain statistical estimates and writes code in computer software {SAS or R) to carry the statistical analysis
• Links several data (administrative health, financial and census covering the province of Alberta and Canada) and presents the results of the statistical analysis in table, figures and writing summaries of the statistical methods employed to be included in manuscripts and/or presentations including laboratory meetings, seminars, scientific conferences and related settings
• Coordinates research agreements between multiple constituents including the U of A and Alberta Health Services, Government of Alberta, CIHI, and other agencies, and serves as a liaison between CVC and other UofA or external academic research groups
• Guides and coaches students and/or post-doctoral fellows and supervises PhD and MSc level analysts undertaking research projects
• Assists in related administrative duties

Qualifications

• MSc in (bio) statistics or epidemiology or related field is required
• At least 2 years relevant work experience with large, multiple dataset management and analysis is required; previous experience with administrative and large population-based data is required
• Prior experience and expertise using Canadian administrative datasets (such as CIHI or similar) an asset
• Proficiency in programming and analysis using major statistical packages (i.e., SAS and/or R) is required; designing macros, and internal and external validation of code and output would be an asset
• Proven competence in basic and advanced statistical methods commonly used in applied health research is required, particularly those using observational data
• Proven ability to work well independently and as a part of a research team is required
• A solid command of the English language (written and verbal) is required
• Excellent time management in a multi-project environment, attention to detail, exceptional communication skills and generating high-quality deliverables are required.

This position offers a salary range of $63,465 to $87,276.

The terms and conditions of this appointment are governed by Schedule E of the Collective Agreement between the Board of Governors of the University of Alberta and the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta.

About Us

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people – from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L'Université de l'Alberta s'engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.