Graduate Student Statistical Assistant

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Position Summary:

The Department of Population Health at Florida Atlantic University is seeking for an FAU Graduate Student Statistical Assistant in Boca Raton, FL. The Graduate Student Statistical Assistant (GSSA) provides intermediate‑level biostatistical and analytic support for research and evaluation projects within the Department of Population Health. Working under the supervision of faculty biostatisticians and senior research staff, the GSSA contributes to study design, data analysis, documentation, and dissemination of findings while advancing their academic and professional training. This role balances hands‑on analytic work with mentorship and is intended to support both departmental research needs and the student's educational objectives.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Assist with study design considerations, including variable selection, endpoint definition, and analytic approaches, under supervision. Conduct descriptive and inferential statistical analyses using R, SAS, Stata, Python, or other approved software. Perform data cleaning, validation, and transformation to support reproducible analyses. Support power, sample size, or feasibility calculations for proposed or ongoing studies as appropriate to training level. Participate in sensitivity or exploratory analyses with guidance from supervising statisticians. Create and maintain annotated analytic scripts, data dictionaries, and codebooks following departmental standards. Assist with preparing analysis memos summarizing methods, assumptions, and results. Use established workflows and version-control or file-management practices to support reproducibility. Generate tables, figures, and data visualizations suitable for abstracts, presentations, manuscripts, and internal reports. Contribute content to manuscripts or abstracts, particularly in methods and results sections, under faculty guidance. Help translate analytic findings into clear summaries for non-technical audiences, including program staff and partners. Collaborate with investigators, coordinators, and data owners to ensure secure data handling and compliance with IRB, HIPAA, and data-use requirements. Assist with grant and contract submissions by supporting analytic plans, feasibility estimates, or data summaries. Participate in team meetings, project planning discussions, and quality-improvement activities for analytic services. Other job-related duties as assigned. Explore Living in Palm Beach County The goal is to provide local employers and new employees in the area a comprehensive guide with places to live.

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BDB Minimum Qualifications:

FAU degree seeking graduate student enrolled in biostatistics, statistics, data science, or a closely related field required. Graduate level coursework in statistics, biostatistics, or quantitative research methods required. Working knowledge of at least one statistical programming environment (e.g., R, SAS, Stata, or Python) required. Ability to clearly document analytic steps and communicate results in writing required. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required.

Salary:

$16.00 - $20.00 hourly.

College or Department:

OPS - COM

Population Health Location:

Boca Raton Work Days and Hours:

This is a part time position at 20 weekly hours with flexible days/hours.

Application Deadline:

2026-05-26 Special Instructions to

Applicant:

This is a research or research-related support position. As required by Florida Statutes Section 1010.35, a Foreign Influence Screening may be required. This is a part time position.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

Resume

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1. Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins. With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply. To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.edu In order to be considered for a position, you must apply through this job website. For more information on how to apply for a position, please review the applicable Applicant Tutorial. To contact Recruitment Services, send an e-mail to jobs@fau.edu. Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact Florida Atlantic's Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email to accomodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057 or email jobs@fau.edu. For communications assistance, call 7-1-1. Clery Act Information Consumer Information Visit Florida Atlantic's Consumer Information page for more information about financial aid, its campus, facilities, student athletes, campus security, fire safety, as well as preventing drug and alcohol abuse. Paper copies are available upon request by contacting the Office of Student Financial Aid. Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant's 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).