Posting Details

Job Description Number

JD0653

Pay Grade

Job Title

Statistical Analyst (II)

Schedule

35 hours per week

Education Level

Master’s degree in Statistics or related field of study

Career Level

Requires 3 years of relevant experience

Job Description

The Population Health Research Institute is looking for a Statistical Analyst (II) to join their team. PHRI is a joint institute of Hamilton Health Sciences and McMaster University, Department of Medicine. The Population Health Research Institute is a highly successful and high-profile research group which conducts research in 102 countries targeting at improving the health of people around the world. The PHRI currently employs over 300 staff members and over 60 scientists. Currently the PHRI is conducting over 100 ongoing clinical trials and epidemiology studies. The statistical staff supports all ongoing studies, as well as the publication of the results of studies that are already closed, targeting high impact journals, with over 350 manuscripts published every year (during the most recent years).

The Statistical Analyst (II) will be responsible for the application of complex statistical and technical skills toward the collection, analysis, and translation of statistical data for a variety of research projects. The incumbent will conduct statistical research and analysis, and compile and interpret statistical records and reports for a variety of research projects.

Should the successful applicant be a Unifor Unit 1 bargaining unit member, who meets the eligibility conditions of Article 19.02 of the Unifor Unit 1 Collective Agreement, then the Limited Term Assignment will be defined as a Career Growth Opportunity in accordance with Article 19 of the Unifor Local 5555 Unit 1 Collective Agreement.

Accountabilities :

• Oversee the design, implementation and maintenance of databases, data collection forms, error checking methods, and related programs for collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Develop strategies to implement database upgrades and case report forms modifications to existing database structures in compliance with regulatory requirements and good clinical practice guidelines.
• Maintain and update standard operating procedures used for the setup, testing, maintenance, and revision of databases.
• Apply established statistical methods and techniques to analyze and interpret data.
• Identify the appropriate method of statistical analysis and apply statistical techniques to interpret and monitor the quality of research data.
• Compile and analyze data and interpret trends, fluctuations, and other changes that may emerge.
• Develop forms and procedures required for the collection and compilation of data.
• Devise and implement administrative procedures for the collection of data.
• Design database specifications and modify existing software packages to meet specific research project needs.
• Document new designs, codes, and modifications.
• Develop test cases and test system upgrades and enhancements.
• Write sections of scientific papers, funding proposals, grants, and abstracts.
• Identify and resolve database and software problems.
• Conduct data audits, compile results, analyze and summarize audit findings.
• Coordinate and manage the collection, delivery, entry, verification, analysis, and reporting of data.
• Provide advice regarding data collection and analysis required for research projects.
• Recommend modifications to processes related to data collection and data entry conventions and develop implementation plans.
• Apply specialized knowledge and scientific principles to review, critically appraise and interpret published literature.
• Research pertinent literature in a designed project area and analyze the applicability of the concepts.
• Review case report forms, determine possible protocol deviations, discrepant data, and inconsistent reporting.
• Facilitate meetings and prepare recommendations on statistical and reporting strategies.
• Exchange information with colleagues and statistical experts.
• Explain statistical approaches to others who do not have the equivalent knowledge in statistical methods.
• Develop and deliver presentations and training sessions.
• Safeguard the confidentiality of study data.

Skills and Qualifications :