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Point32Health Biostatistician in Boston, Massachusetts
Who We Are
Point32Health is a leading health and wellbeing organization, delivering an ever-better personalized health care experience to everyone in our communities. At Point32Health, we are building on the quality, nonprofit heritage of our founding organizations, Tufts Health Plan and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, where we leverage our experience and expertise to help people find their version of healthier living through a broad range of health plans and tools that make navigating health and wellbeing easier.
We enjoy the important work we do every day in service to our members, partners, colleagues and communities. To learn more about who we are at Point32Health, click here (https://youtu.be/S5I_HgoecJQ) .
Job Summary
The biostatistician will work with multidisciplinary teams on the design and analysis of research studies, results summary and interpretation, and manuscript/report preparation. There will be opportunities to work with the faculty biostatisticians on statistical methods development projects.
Key Responsibilities/Duties – what you will be doing
Study Design – Along with other researchers in the team, the biostatistician will develop appropriate methodologies for addressing study hypotheses. The biostatistician will participate in the research design phase of projects. This work will be comprehensive and include sample size calculation and methods for implementing data analysis.
Data Management – Work with other clinical and programming personnel to design, develop, and maintain appropriate databases. Develop a program to ensure data integrity (logic and range checks, double-data entry procedures). Develop efficient data archival systems for use with multi-center collaborations. Maintain detailed written documentation of all data programming and data archival systems.
Data Analysis – Consult with clinical investigators to determine appropriate statistical methods. Perform statistical programming and analysis for multiple research studies, with guidance from faculty biostatisticians using various statistical models. Create analysis datasets, summarize data, and creates reports using SAS. Assess the appropriateness of final statistical models. Document methods and results via written memoranda and reports.
Prepare Research Reports – Assist in the writing and preparation of research reports, including internal documentation, academic publications, and research presentations at national meetings.
Development of Educational Opportunities – Work with other Biostatistics Division faculty and staff to develop computer labs, workshops, and written materials to assist the Department trainees in learning about clinical and epidemiological research.
Qualifications – what you need to perform the job
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
- Masters degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field with strong quantitative training.
EXPERIENCE :
- Minimum of two years of related experience
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Proficiency in SAS statistical software, including SAS Macro, SAS/STAT, SAS/Graph. Knowledge and experience with other statistical software such as R and Python is desirable.
Knowledge and experience with state-of-the-art statistical methodology and analysis methods such as propensity score models, mixed effects models, survival analysis, etc.
Good decision-making skills, initiative, and ability to work with limited supervision. Excellent trouble-shooting skills. Ability to improve upon current practices. Highly organized.
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills; ability to interact with a diverse and large research team; ability to provide clearly written methods and statistical results sections for manuscripts.
Some experience working with administrative databases (claims, EHR) desirable.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to work under normal office conditions and work from home as required.
Work may require simultaneous use of a telephone/headset and PC/keyboard and sitting for extended durations.
May be required to work additional hours beyond standard work schedule.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work employees are assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the position's responsibilities at any time.
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Salary Range
84,556-109,426
Compensation & Total Rewards Overview
The annual base salary range provided for this position represents a broad range of salaries for this role and similar roles across the organization. The actual salary for this position will be determined by several factors, including the scope and complexity of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; equity with internal colleagues; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive total rewards program, colleagues are also eligible for variable pay. Eligibility for any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits remains in the Company's sole discretion and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Point32Health offers their Colleagues a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which currently includes:
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options
Tuition program
Well-being benefits
Full suite of benefits to support career development, individual & family health, and financial health
For more details on our total rewards programs, visit https://www.point32health.org/careers/benefits/
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility (DEIA) and Health Equity
Point32Health is committed to making diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility and health equity part of everything we do—from product design to the workforce driving that innovation. Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility (DEIA) and Health Equity team's strategy is deeply connected to our core values and will evolve as the changing nature of work shifts. Programming, events, and an inclusion infrastructure play a role in how we spread cultural awareness, train people leaders on engaging with their teams and provide parameters on how to recruit and retain talented and dynamic talent. We welcome all applicants and qualified individuals, who will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
At Point32Health, we strive to be a different kind of nonprofit health and well-being company, with a broad range of health plans, and innovative tools that make navigating health and well-being easier, guiding our members at every step of their health care journey to better health outcomes. We are committed to providing high-quality and affordable health care, improving the health and wellness of our members, and creating healthier communities across the country. The Point32Health name is inspired by the 32 points on a compass. It speaks to the critical role we play in guiding and empowering the people we serve to achieve healthier lives. Our employees are hard-working, innovative, and collaborative. They look for opportunities to grow and make a difference, and they help make us strive to be one of the Top Places to work in New England.