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The University of Pittsburgh

Statistician I

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A Statistician collects and analyzes data using the principles of statistics, for work in science, psychology, politics, marketing and manufacturing. Analyzes data and makes policy recommendations to government agencies that address economic, environmental and public health issues.

$84,219 / year median in Pennsylvania

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Statistician I Med-Neurobiology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005003) Job Summary Performs expert statistical analysis and summary reports on research data/sets using advanced techniques and analyzes data using statistical or mathematical software. Designs statistical tools and algorithms and utilizes descriptive and quantitative statistical techniques. Provides statistical support, creates analytic data files, advises on database design, and ensures compliance with University and federal regulations. Assists with crafting statistical portions of scientific manuscripts and grant proposals. Essential Functions We are seeking an energetic, hardworking, individual, to fill a Research Statistician position in the laboratory of Omar Gharbawie (Department of Neurobiology at University of Pittsburgh). The lab conducts research on non-human primates to understand how the brain controls movement. The successful candidate will have broad responsibilities including: Analyze neural imaging and neurophysiological data using custom scripts (e.g., MATLAB, Python) Annotate computer scripts and make them publicly available Generate publication quality figures of the results Read scientific papers to model analyses on published work Meet with the PI (2-3 times/week) to discuss results and next steps Meet with other lab members (1-2 times/month) to discuss analyses Collate and organize data files on the lab server Strong coding skills are necessary. Experience with neural data is strongly preferred. Salary will be determined based on qualifications. Physical Effort Mostly sedentary. The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran. Assignment Category Full-time regular Job Classification Staff.

Statistician I Job Family Research Job Sub-Family Statistics & Analytics Campus Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required 2 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., might work evenings or weekends
Work Arrangement On-Campus:
Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab. Hiring Range To be determined based on qualifications Relocation Offered No Visa Sponsorship Provided No Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter