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Example statistician requirements on a job description
Statistician requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in statistician job postings.
Sample statistician requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or related field.
- Proficiency in data analysis software.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret and present complex data.
- Strong understanding of statistical concepts.
Sample required statistician soft skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Flexibility in adapting to changing requirements.
Statistician job description example 1
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute statistician job description
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
This is a full-remote position in the Gabuzda lab with the option to come on-site.
Responsibilities
This person will work closely with wet lab scientists to generate, analyze, and interpret large-scale datasets using various analytical and computational tools for data analysis and integration, network prediction, pathway analysis, and machine learning. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in relevant areas of biology, medical science, statistics, bioinformatics, modeling, and writing manuscripts for publication.
Qualifications
M.D., Ph.D., or M.S. in molecular biology, virology, immunology, medical science, biostatistics, computational biology, or bioinformatics. The candidate should have experience with cell and molecular biology, clinical data, biostatistics, bioinformatics, and computational modeling and be fluent in English with excellent writing skills. Experience analyzing RNAseq, flow cytometry, proteomics, metabolomics, and extracellular vesicles/exosome data is desirable but not required.
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
This is a full-remote position in the Gabuzda lab with the option to come on-site.
Responsibilities
This person will work closely with wet lab scientists to generate, analyze, and interpret large-scale datasets using various analytical and computational tools for data analysis and integration, network prediction, pathway analysis, and machine learning. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in relevant areas of biology, medical science, statistics, bioinformatics, modeling, and writing manuscripts for publication.
Qualifications
M.D., Ph.D., or M.S. in molecular biology, virology, immunology, medical science, biostatistics, computational biology, or bioinformatics. The candidate should have experience with cell and molecular biology, clinical data, biostatistics, bioinformatics, and computational modeling and be fluent in English with excellent writing skills. Experience analyzing RNAseq, flow cytometry, proteomics, metabolomics, and extracellular vesicles/exosome data is desirable but not required.
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
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Statistician job description example 2
CDC Foundation statistician job description
The CDC Foundation helps the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) save and improve lives by unleashing the power of collaboration between CDC, philanthropies, corporations, organizations, and individuals to protect the health, safety and security of America and the world. The CDC Foundation is the go-to nonprofit authorized by Congress to mobilize philanthropic partners and private-sector resources to support CDC's critical health protection mission. Since 1995, the CDC Foundation has raised over $1 billion and launched more than 1,000 programs impacting a variety of health threats from chronic disease conditions including cardiovascular disease and cancer, to infectious diseases like rotavirus and HIV, to emergency responses, including COVID-19 and Ebola. The CDC Foundation managed hundreds of CDC-led programs in the United States and in more than 140 countries last year. Learn more at www.cdcfoundation.org.
The CDC Foundation is working with CDC and state and local authorities to provide surge staff to support surveillance, prevention and response activities within the Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) program and for select unfunded states. The CDC Foundation seeks candidates for a Statistician. The Statistician will plan, develop, and conduct analysis of overdose surveillance data and data related to overdose prevention efforts.
Job Highlights:POSITION TITLE: StatisticianLocation: This position is hybrid and is in the District of Columbia Salary: $94,000 - 109,000, Plus benefits
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Information Management, Public Health, or related field.Master's degree preferred.Minimum of one (1) year of full-time, professional work experience with data cleaning, data management and statistical analysis.Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.Proficiency in navigating computer systems; ability to learn new data systems quickly and to comply with data integrity and security to safeguard all personally identifiable information.Highly motivated and organized with the ability to work well in teams and independently on multiple simultaneous projects.Strong written and oral communication skills, with ability to be efficient and consistently deliver high-quality work under time constraints.Demonstrated ability to work well independently and within teams Experience working in a virtual environment with remote partners and teams Proficiency in Teams, Zoom, and Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Also, proficiency in common statistical software such as SPSS, SAS, MatLab/R, and/or Biospatial is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:Collate data, compile in meaningful graphs, etc., and coordinate with the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, DC Health, HSEMA and any other relevant stakeholder regarding drug data.Engage with stakeholders via email, phone, etc.Report Generation and Distribution -- monthly reports and completed reports (casework) Drug seizure mapping, Drug Trend monitoring, Provide graphs/graphics to staff for presentations, reports, etc.Data compilation including: drug encyclopedia, spike reports,MMWRsAutomating/improving internal daily processes Establish data sharing partnerships with internal/external partners/agencies Database ManagementIterate current database design and architecture Develop dashboards
Special Notes:This role is involved in a dynamic public health program. As such, roles and responsibilities are subject to change as situations evolve. Roles and responsibilities listed above may be expanded upon or updated to match priorities and needs, once written approval is received by both the CDC Foundation and DC Health in order to best support the District of Columbia in their public health programming.
The CDC Foundation requires all employees to be fully vaccinated* for COVID-19 as a condition of employment effective November 22, 2021. All offers of employment after that date are contingent upon proof of full-vaccination status as a part of the pre-employment process.
*Fully vaccinated is defined as follows: At least two weeks have passed since receipt of the Johnson & Johnson single-dose vaccine, or the second dose of the either the Moderna or Pfizer-BioNTech two-dose vaccines.
This position requires the regular operation of a motor vehicle during the course and scope of employment as an essential function of the job. As such, Employees in this position must possess and maintain a valid driver's license in their state of residence, must self-report motor vehicle violations/convictions, and must provide proof of acceptable insurance coverage with mandatory minimum coverages as set forth within the Driver Safety Motor Vehicle Policy (“Policy”). All offers of employment and continued employment for this position are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications of this Policy.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.
We comply with all applicable laws including E.O. 11246 and the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 governing employment practices and do not discriminate on the basis of any unlawful criteria in accordance with 41 C.F.R. §§ 60-300.5(a)(12) and 60-741.5(a)(7). As a federal government contractor, we take affirmative action on behalf of protected veterans.
The CDC Foundation is a smoke-free environment.
Relocation expenses are not included.
The CDC Foundation is working with CDC and state and local authorities to provide surge staff to support surveillance, prevention and response activities within the Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) program and for select unfunded states. The CDC Foundation seeks candidates for a Statistician. The Statistician will plan, develop, and conduct analysis of overdose surveillance data and data related to overdose prevention efforts.
Job Highlights:POSITION TITLE: StatisticianLocation: This position is hybrid and is in the District of Columbia Salary: $94,000 - 109,000, Plus benefits
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Information Management, Public Health, or related field.Master's degree preferred.Minimum of one (1) year of full-time, professional work experience with data cleaning, data management and statistical analysis.Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.Proficiency in navigating computer systems; ability to learn new data systems quickly and to comply with data integrity and security to safeguard all personally identifiable information.Highly motivated and organized with the ability to work well in teams and independently on multiple simultaneous projects.Strong written and oral communication skills, with ability to be efficient and consistently deliver high-quality work under time constraints.Demonstrated ability to work well independently and within teams Experience working in a virtual environment with remote partners and teams Proficiency in Teams, Zoom, and Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Also, proficiency in common statistical software such as SPSS, SAS, MatLab/R, and/or Biospatial is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:Collate data, compile in meaningful graphs, etc., and coordinate with the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, DC Health, HSEMA and any other relevant stakeholder regarding drug data.Engage with stakeholders via email, phone, etc.Report Generation and Distribution -- monthly reports and completed reports (casework) Drug seizure mapping, Drug Trend monitoring, Provide graphs/graphics to staff for presentations, reports, etc.Data compilation including: drug encyclopedia, spike reports,MMWRsAutomating/improving internal daily processes Establish data sharing partnerships with internal/external partners/agencies Database ManagementIterate current database design and architecture Develop dashboards
Special Notes:This role is involved in a dynamic public health program. As such, roles and responsibilities are subject to change as situations evolve. Roles and responsibilities listed above may be expanded upon or updated to match priorities and needs, once written approval is received by both the CDC Foundation and DC Health in order to best support the District of Columbia in their public health programming.
The CDC Foundation requires all employees to be fully vaccinated* for COVID-19 as a condition of employment effective November 22, 2021. All offers of employment after that date are contingent upon proof of full-vaccination status as a part of the pre-employment process.
*Fully vaccinated is defined as follows: At least two weeks have passed since receipt of the Johnson & Johnson single-dose vaccine, or the second dose of the either the Moderna or Pfizer-BioNTech two-dose vaccines.
This position requires the regular operation of a motor vehicle during the course and scope of employment as an essential function of the job. As such, Employees in this position must possess and maintain a valid driver's license in their state of residence, must self-report motor vehicle violations/convictions, and must provide proof of acceptable insurance coverage with mandatory minimum coverages as set forth within the Driver Safety Motor Vehicle Policy (“Policy”). All offers of employment and continued employment for this position are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications of this Policy.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.
We comply with all applicable laws including E.O. 11246 and the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 governing employment practices and do not discriminate on the basis of any unlawful criteria in accordance with 41 C.F.R. §§ 60-300.5(a)(12) and 60-741.5(a)(7). As a federal government contractor, we take affirmative action on behalf of protected veterans.
The CDC Foundation is a smoke-free environment.
Relocation expenses are not included.
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Statistician job description example 3
University of Denver statistician job description
The Division of Athletics & Recreation at the University of Denver is currently seeking part-time employees to serve as gameday statisticians for men's and women's soccer, volleyball, men's and women's basketball, hockey and men's and women's lacrosse for the upcoming athletic season.
Essential Functions
Use NCAA Live Stats (Genius) to track statistics or call statistics to the inputter for assigned sports. Track game statistics using NCAA Live Stats. Print stats for coaches and local media. Transmit files following the game to the NCAA and media list. Able to work both individually and as part of a team.
This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
Required Qualifications
Previous experience with NCAA Live Stats.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Salary Range
The hourly rate for this position is $25.00.
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate's sex or any other protected status.
Benefits
The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.
Please include the following documents with your application:
Resume
The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, military/ veteran status or any other status protected by law.
All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.
Advertised: August 02, 2021
Applications close:
Essential Functions
Use NCAA Live Stats (Genius) to track statistics or call statistics to the inputter for assigned sports. Track game statistics using NCAA Live Stats. Print stats for coaches and local media. Transmit files following the game to the NCAA and media list. Able to work both individually and as part of a team.
This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
Required Qualifications
Previous experience with NCAA Live Stats.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Salary Range
The hourly rate for this position is $25.00.
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate's sex or any other protected status.
Benefits
The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.
Please include the following documents with your application:
Resume
The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, military/ veteran status or any other status protected by law.
All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.
Advertised: August 02, 2021
Applications close:
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Updated March 14, 2024
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