Statistical Research Scientist II

Position Description:

Are you ready to combine your love for numbers with a passion for solving real-world problems? If you're a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in statistics and a drive to make a meaningful impact, the Comprehensive Injury Center (CIC) at the Medical College of Wisconsin is the place for you!

As a Statistical Research Scientist II, you'll play a crucial role in advancing injury prevention research that directly impacts our communities. CIC is a multidisciplinary research center dedicated to addressing injury-related public health challenges through innovative research, collaboration, and advocacy. In this position, you'll tackle complex statistical analyses, collaborate with top researchers, and contribute to cutting-edge studies that make a difference. This is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to use your expertise to drive meaningful change and improve lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the statistical analysis needs for CIC injury prevention research and evaluation efforts in Milwaukee County and across Wisconsin.
• Serve as a statistician on translational injury research studies with responsibilities ranging from collaborating on, reviewing, or directly leading study design, to developing analysis plans, and conducting sophisticated and cutting-edge data analyses.
• Contribute to science through both independent and collaborative research, including co-authoring papers and contributing to grant development and submission.
• Assist in outcome interpretation and composition of the results sections of manuscripts and reports.
• Communicate results to collaborators and larger scientific audiences at research conferences.
• Plan and perform statistical analyses using advanced techniques; determine and review statistical findings with investigators and recommend design modifications.
• Lead efforts to apply novel statistical methodologies related to injury epidemiology
• Lead, supervise, and collaborate with staff, including biostatisticians and potentially graduate or medical students.
• Regularly review the latest research methodologies in statistical approaches and develop plans for implementation.
• Implement reproducible research standards, including sharing code and using version control software.
• Provide expertise in the development and maintenance of data management systems that optimize the efficiency of statistical analyses and reporting.
• Participate in regular meetings with DDAI staff and faculty, CIC leadership, CIC Administrative Core, and other CIC collaborators.

Preferred Schedule:



M-F, general business hours

Position Requirements:

Position Requirements:

Education:

• PhD in Statistics or a closely related field is required.

Experience:

• A minimum of three years of experience in advanced statistical analysis, preferably in public health or related fields.

Skills:

• Expertise in statistical software and high-performance computing.
• Strong project management and interpersonal communication skills.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently.

What to Expect:

This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who loves diving deep into data while contributing to community health initiatives. Here's what makes this role exciting:

• Impactful Research: Work on projects that directly address public health challenges, with opportunities to influence policy and practices.
• Collaboration with Experts: Join a multidisciplinary team of researchers, scientists, and public health advocates.
• Growth and Leadership: Take on mentorship roles and gain recognition for your contributions through publications and conferences.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Experience a mix of analytical challenges, collaboration, and community-focused initiatives.

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including Health, Vision, and Dental, along with Flexible Spending options.
• 403B Retirement Package.
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered.
• Tuition Reimbursement and Paid Parental Leave.
• Wellness Reimbursement and access to an on-campus Fitness Facility with onsite classes.
• Additional discounts on cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, and Milwaukee recreation and entertainment.
• For a full list of positions, visit www.mcw.edu/careers.

Ready to use your statistical expertise to drive impactful research? Join us at the Comprehensive Injury Center and help make a difference!

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