Biostatistician

Who We Are

Point32Health is a leading not-for-profit health and well-being organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, affordable healthcare. Serving nearly 2 million members, Point32Health builds on the legacy of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan to provide access to care and empower healthier lives for everyone. Our culture revolves around being a community of care and having shared values that guide our behaviors and decisions. We’ve had a long-standing commitment to inclusion and equal healthcare access and outcomes, regardless of background; it’s at the core of who we are. We value the rich mix of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all of our colleagues, which helps us to provide service with empathy and better understand and meet the needs of the communities where we serve, live, and work. 

We enjoy the important work we do every day in service to our members, partners, colleagues and communities. Learn more about who we are at Point32Health.

Job Summary

Job Description

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for writing statistical algorithms and code for analyzing data and running simulation studies with guidance from faculty biostatisticians.
• Perform data analysis, with guidance from faculty biostatisticians using a variety of statistical models. Take primary responsibility for summarizing results.
• Perform analyses for genetics and omics data under the guidance from faculty biostatisticians. Prior knowledge of genetics and omics data is preferred but not required.
• Conduct power calculations for grant proposals with guidance from faculty biostatisticians.
• Assist faculty biostatisticians with statistics-related work and consultation and with preparing reports on statistical work for project deliverables and professional conferences.
• Develop R packages implementing novel approaches.
• Perform out-of-the-box thinking, collaborate with others, and make a difference every day!
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND LICENSURE:

• Master’s Degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or closely related field.

EXPERIENCE (minimum years required):

• 1-2 years relevant experience in a health care, academic, or research environment as a graduate student or full time professional.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Knowledge and experience with other statistical software such as R and Python
• Knowledge and expertise with state-of-the-art statistical methodology and analysis.
• Interest in and experience with statistical methods development, including coding and running simulation studies.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience with and interest in manuscript writing and preparation.
• Ability to work on simultaneous projects and manage time efficiently.
• Motivated and flexible, able to work independently and prioritize work, operating under deadlines and supervision from faculty biostatisticians.

Salary Range

Compensation & Total Rewards Overview

The annual base salary range provided for this position represents a 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; as well as internal equity. 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/

We welcome all
All applicants are welcome and 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.

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