Logo
Stanford University (US)

Senior Biostatistician

Stanford University (US), Stanford, California, United States, 94305

Save Job

Stanford University is seeking a Senior Biostatistician to independently design studies, analyze data, and disseminate findings. The incumbent will serve as the statistical lead on studies, collaborating with investigators to refine research questions, define hypotheses, develop protocols, and author statistical analysis plans.

Stanford University is one of the world’s most renowned universities, located in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area among the valley’s most progressive companies.

About the Position The Senior Biostatistician will independently design studies, lead statistical analyses, and disseminate findings across high-impact clinical and translational research projects. They will oversee junior biostatisticians and students in data management, quality control, and analytic file creation, ensuring rigor, reproducibility, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Duties include

Oversee lower-level staff on quality control and creation of analytic files.

Identify appropriate statistical tools for analysis.

Implement data analysis through statistical programming.

Consult with investigators and others on appropriate statistical approaches to data analyses; assist in study design.

Develop oral and written dissemination of findings for conference presentations and peer‑reviewed journal articles.

Mentor clinical investigators on relevant research methods.

Implement studies to address statistical issues arising from collaborations.

Other duties may also be assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Strong background in machine learning, biostatistics and bioinformatics.

Experience with analysis of sequencing data.

Manipulation and analyses of complex high‑dimensional data.

Demonstrated ability to implement machine learning models in scalable format for broad applicability.

Strong communication and presentation skills.

Experience performing biostatistical analyses, including categorical, longitudinal and survival data; SAS, STATA, and/or R programming.

Technical/scientific writing for medical publications to describe results and statistical methods required.

Education & Experience (Required)

Master’s degree in biostatistics, statistics or related field and at least 5 years of experience, or Ph.D. in biostatistics, statistics or related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Required)

Proficient in at least two of R, SAS, SPSS, or STATA.

Skills in descriptive analysis, modeling of data, and graphic interfaces.

Outstanding ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non‑technical audiences.

Demonstrated excellence in at least one area of expertise, which may include coordinating studies; statistical methodology such as missing data, survival analysis, statistical genetics, or informatics; statistical computing; database design (e.g., expertise in REDCAP).

Physical Requirements

Frequently perform desk‑based computer tasks, seated work and use light/fine grasping.

Occasionally stand, walk, and write by hand, lift, carry, push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

Working Conditions

May work extended or non‑standard hours based on project or business cycle needs.

Due to the nature of the work, this position will be hybrid.

The expected pay range for this position is $148,561 to $179,602 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first‑ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time‑off, and family care resources.

A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world‑class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.

Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.

Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the university will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic.

#J-18808-Ljbffr