Posting Details

Posting Number

S16005P

Working Title

Biostatistician

Department

Public Health-Epidem & Biostat

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

https://publichealth.uga.edu/

College/Unit/Department website

https://publichealth.uga.edu/departments/epidemiology-biostatistics/

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

M-F 8-5

Advertised Salary

$55,000 - $65,000, based on experience

Posting Date

11/03/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

01/01/2027

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title

Biostatistician I

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.0

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in biostatistics or statistics

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

Collaborates with clinical and biomedical investigators to determine study design, contributes to protocol development, writes statistical analysis plans, performs statistical analysis and inference and writes and presents reports summarizing findings including publications in peer-reviewed journals and statistical sections in grant proposals. Develops systems for monitoring the quality of clinical and biomedical data. Ensures high-quality statistical support is provided for clinical trials, registries, and and other biomedical studies and basic research through the use of advanced statistical skills and knowledge of clinical and biomedical research. Maintains expertise in state-of-the-art data manipulation and statistical methodology. Demonstrated proficiency with statistical methods and applications in clinical and biomedical research. Competent in SAS , R, and Python programming language.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Knowledge of statistical methods and their application to clinical, biomedical, and population health research.
• Knowledge of SAS , R, and Python programming for data management, analysis, and statistical modeling.
• Knowledge of study design, research methodologies, and statistical analysis plan development.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting large and complex biomedical datasets.
• Knowledge of clinical trials, electronic health records, and biomedical research data.
• Ability to develop statistical reports, publications, presentations, and grant-related analyses.
• Knowledge of data quality assurance, data integrity, and human subjects research requirements.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with investigators and interdisciplinary research teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex statistical findings to various audiences.

Physical Demands

Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time. Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Research and Data Analysis

• Participate in lab meetings, actively contributing to discussions on methodological development & data interpretation.
• Analyze data on platforms such as, N3C, UK Biobank, and AllofUs, etc.
• Develop and apply statistical methods in large electronic health record ( EHR ) data, single cell data, and Randomized Controlled Trial data.

Percentage of time

30

Duties/Responsibilities

Data Management and Monitoring

• Implement and enforce protocols to protect the confidentiality of Human Subject data.
• Maintain and update the databases and monitor them to ensure data integrity and quality.
• Perform quality checks on data and monitor all processes.
• Oversee the secure storage, organization, and cleaning of all electronic and non-electronic data.

Percentage of time

30

Duties/Responsibilities

Grant Support

• Assist the PI in preparing grants by generating preliminary data to support research aims.
• Conduct SAP and power analyses to support grant writing.
• Assist in creating IRB (Institutional Review Board) related documents, and oversee the maintenance of all IRB protocols, including managing amendments and annual renewals.

Percentage of time

25

Duties/Responsibilities

Project Dissemination

• Work with investigators to manage timely completion of project milestones during the development and management of the project.
• Manage and contribute to scholarly work, including the preparation of scientific manuscripts and presentations. Work with a various set of community stakeholders to develop messages and communicate study findings.
• Work with technical writers and graphic designers to translate research and findings into formats for a variety of non-academic audiences.
• Contribute to the development and realization of the study dissemination goals.

Percentage of time

10

Duties/Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned by PI.

Percentage of time

5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name

Ye Shen

Recruitment Contact Email

yeshen@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents