BIOSTATISTICIAN

SAHMRI438

FTC - Full-time Contract

SAHMRI North Terrace Adelaide

Applications close Sunday 07, November 2021

Full-Time, 12 Month Contract with possibility of extension

At the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI), we are committed to achieving innovative, ground-breaking health and medical research that fundamentally improves the quality of life for all people.

The Biostatistician will provide statistical support to the ANZDATA and ANZOD Registries at SAHMRI. This includes participation in internal projects including analyses for reports, various quality improvement projects and research projects, as well as providing support for the Registry to respond to requests from other parties for analysis of data. ANZDATA is a large observational Registry including all people treated with dialysis and kidney transplantation throughout Australia and New Zealand; the ANZOD Registry collects data on deceased solid organ donors. The Registries provide a large number of analyses of these data, including a variety of quality assurance reports together with an active research program (both internal and in collaboration with external stakeholders). The nature of the data collection leads to the application of a variety of statistical techniques and approaches. Most of the analyses currently are performed using Stata software.

About the Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing accurate and timely analysis of statistical information pertaining to the ANZDATA and ANZOD Registries, particularly in response to requests from contributing renal units, other collaborating parties and government and academic bodies
• Performing statistical analyses of research projects undertaken within the ANZDATA and ANZOD Registries
• Providing explanation of results to requesting parties both in writing and verbally
• Assisting with biostatistical issues and analyses as they affect ANZDATA and ANZDATA, including performance of survival analyses, analysis of rates, multiple logistic and linear regression
• Complying with all SAHMRI policies and standard operating procedures, as well as regulatory requirements for programming, analysis and reporting of research projects

About You

The successful candidate will possess the following key attributes:

• Essential requirement: Relevant degree in statistics or biostatistics
• Desirable: Postgraduate research degree (Master’s or PhD or equivalent)
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of statistical analysis of complex research data
• Use and experience of appropriate statistical programs (especially Stata and SAS).
• Ability to collaborate with a small team, researchers and staff of other institutions in the health care system and other organisations
• Experience working with health data
• Demonstrated high level written and oral communication skills
• Ability to explain and interpret results of statistical analyses to others

Special Requirements

• Some out of hours’ work may be required
• Possible travel interstate or overseas
• Must be vaccinated in accordance with SAHMRI Vaccination Policy

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values and our institute is dedicated to grow a culture that pursues, enables and demands research excellence. We are proud of the work we do and work hard as a team to make a positive difference to the community.  Our values of Excellence, innovation, courage, integrity and teamwork are what help us achieve our goals. If these are also your values and goals, apply today.

For the safety and wellbeing of our employees and our community you will need to comply with SAHMRI's Vaccination Policy which includes, wherever possible, that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please contact us if you have any queries specific to your circumstances.

For a copy of the position description, please click here.

For more information, please contact careers@sahmri.com

Application link: https://www.sahmriresearch.org/human-resources/careers/445

Applications close: 5pm, Sunday 7 November

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply

SAHMRI is a member of the Athena SWAN Science in Australia Gender Equity program. We have been awarded Bronze status for our commitment to advancing the careers of women, trans and gender diverse individuals in STEMM.