Research Statistician

**Onsite required, with hybrid flexibility**

Work Hours:

• Full-time position: 80 hours biweekly

• Day Shift position 

Job Overview:

This position provides expert consultation and assistance to faculty, fellow and resident physicians in all aspects of completing a research study. This includes research design and protocol development, grant formulation and writing if applicable, data tabulation, statistical analysis, abstract writing and submission, creation of sophisticated poster presentations, and education regarding the research design and statistical analysis utilized in the study. In addition, this position manages numerous projects and is accountable for ensuring the appropriate steps are being taken to keep the project moving in a timely manner. This includes coordination of all necessary paperwork to receive Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) approval, and/or research funding. This position works closely with the program director of their specific area and keeps him/her current on all ongoing staff, resident and fellow research projects. This position requires to work with a multidisciplinary team and ensures clear and timely communication throughout the study life.

Job Requirements:

• Master's Degree in a scientific or technical discipline (e.g., Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Public Health, Data Science, Statistics, or related field). (Required)

• 1 - 2 years of Professional Clinical Research Experience (Required)

• Experience with statistical software (e.g., R, SPSS, Python, Stata). 

• Strong foundational understanding of statistical concepts and techniques. 

• Basic understanding of research regulations and ethics related to IRB. 

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Job Responsibilities:

• Research Support - Assists faculty, fellows, and residents in designing research protocols and selecting appropriate study methodologies. Performs literature reviews to inform study development and supports evidence-based research design. 

• Data Management and Analysis - Contributes to the creation, validation, and evaluation of data collection tools to ensure accuracy, consistency and patient confidentiality. Conducts statistical analyses using appropriate methods to evaluate research data. Performs quality checks and audits on datasets to ensure completeness and reliability. Submits data requests via IS ticketing system to initiate project datasets, ensuring timely data acquisition. 

• Statistical Consultation - Provides guidance on statistical methods and their appropriate application within the context of clinical research studies. Assists in determining appropriate sample sizes and power calculations for proposed studies. 

• Scholarly Output - Supports the preparation of research manuscripts, abstracts, and grant proposals. Assists in formatting and editing content for publication and conference submission. Collaborates in developing slide decks and poster presentations for publication and conference submission.

• Project Coordination - Maintains clear and timely communication with investigators and research teams throughout study approvals and compliance checks. Supports the preparation of IRB and IACUC applications and related documentation for study approvals and compliance checks. Tracks and logs research metrics for dissemination to leadership and outside departments.

Other Related Information:

Travel between TriHealth locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

Bending - Occasionally 
Climbing - Rarely 
Concentrating - Consistently 
Continuous Learning - Consistently 
Hearing: Conversation - Consistently 
Hearing: Other Sounds - Occasionally 
Interpersonal Communication - Frequently 
Kneeling - Occasionally 
Lifting <10 Lbs. - Occasionally 
Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely 
Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasionally 
Pulling - Rarely 
Pushing - Rarely 
Reaching - Occasionally 
Reading - Consistently 
Sitting - Consistently 
Standing - Frequently 
Stooping - Occasionally 
Talking - Consistently 
Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently 
Use of Hands - Consistently 
Color Vision - Occasionally 
Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently 
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently 
Walking – Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

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Serve: ALWAYS... 
• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello" 
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist 
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS... 
• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met 
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators) 
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS... 
• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences. 
• Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role. 
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS... 
• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating. 
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe. 
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
 

Engage: ALWAYS... 
• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions. 
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community