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OPPORTUNITIES: Two Job Openings at the Institute on Urban Health Research at Northeastern University
STATISTICIAN
Responsibilities
Statistician will develop analysis plans jointly with a senior statistician and/or principal investigator, and conduct statistical analyses based on general outline, with periodic supervision; review statistical literature to determine appropriate analytic methods; provide statistical programming for quality control during the data collection phase of a study; write summaries of analysis and results; participate in the writing of manuscripts, especially statistical methods and results sections; coordinate teams assembled to accomplish specific data related tasks; present statistical seminars to colleagues; provide training and advice with regard to statistical software; communicate directly with outside investigators via memos, telephone and presentations to project committees. Other non-essential duties may be assigned.
Main responsibilities of the Statistician will include: Providing statistical analysis specific to his/her projects, independently or in-tandem with other paper writing workgroup members, and will assist in manuscript-writing, including examining data for potential research questions and manuscript topics, as well as writing the text itself. Providing supervision to project staff and students assisting in data analyses. Supervision will focus on data management, data quality, data analyses, and writing of methods and findings. S/he will also provide input in staff and student evaluations regarding data related activities of staff supervised two times a year and make recommendations to the PI. Assisting with the writing of reports for the funding agency, presentations and papers to be submitted for publication. S/he will also assist with the writing of grants and as needed. S/he will assist with preparation of data analyses and report of findings for continuing reports activities.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Statistics or Biostatistics with relevant post-Masters experience in data analysis in public health or the social sciences; or demonstrated expertise in data analysis, statistical consulting/collaboration and technical writing. Knowledge of statistical methodology and analysis. Good oral and written communication skills are critical for this position. Proficiency in SPSS and/or SAS is also required. Ability to act independently.
How To Apply
Please submit resumes to Mara Weibley by e-mail, m.weibley@neu.edu, or mail to Northeastern University, 503 Stearns, 360 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northeastern University particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women and persons with disabilities. Northeastern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Educational Institution and Employer, Title IX University.
PROJECT COORDINATOR
Responsibilities
Project Coordinator, as a member of a research team at the Institute on Urban Health Research (IUHR), will provide research, administrative and logistical support to the IUHR director by participating in research activities such as editing completed survey instruments, cleaning and entering data, conducting basic data analyses, conducting literature searches, preparing correspondence and assisting in writing project reports/manuscripts as assigned. This person is also responsible for administrative tasks such as all levels of purchasing for the office, supporting grant application processes, assisting IUHR Director with symposia, schedules, travel arrangements and special projects while ensuring smooth running of the overall office and assisting IUHR Administrative Manager with payroll, fellow program administration, events and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements include: BA in social or health sciences and 1-3 years experience in research environment and/or office management and administration. Knowledge about public health is a plus. Excellent skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint), ability to conduct library/literature searches and good writing/communication skills are required. Must be a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational/multitasking skills, able to work with diverse populations, and be able to perform well in a demanding research environment. Having some experience in data analysis is a plus.
Additional Information
The IUHR is associated with Northeastern University and is located on the Boston campus. The hours of the job are typically 9am-5pm with some additional hours during grant submission periods. This position is ideal for someone seeking a career and training in research. Opportunities for promotion to higher level research positions within the IUHR may be available.
How To Apply
Please submit resumes to Mara Weibley by e-mail, m.weibley@neu.edu, or mail to Northeastern University, 503 Stearns, 360 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northeastern University particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women and persons with disabilities. Northeastern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Educational Institution and Employer, Title IX University.
Source: Northeastern University Institute on Urban Health Research
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