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Data and Statistical Anaylst

Inside Higher Ed
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026
Department: ASPH Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary

The Data and Statistical Analyst will provide comprehensive biostatistical consulting services in support of NIH-funded research. The Staff Biostatistician plays a pivotal role in the development and implementation of study designs, the execution of statistical analyses, the interpretation of research data, and the provision of advanced methodological support. In this capacity, the biostatistician works closely with investigators and research teams across disciplines, ensuring the use of rigorous, appropriate statistical methods in federally funded research projects. This role is integral to maintaining the scientific integrity and validity of research findings and to advancing biomedical, clinical, and population health studies.

Preferred Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

  • Master’s degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a closely related quantitative field (e.g., Public Health, Data Science, Computer Science).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Proficiency in one or more statistical software packages (e.g., R, SAS, SPSS, Python).
  • Strong understanding of statistical methodology and its application to biomedical, clinical, and population health research.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
  • Experience working with electronic health records (EHR) or large health datasets is highly desirable.
  • Capacity to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Job Close Date

06/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.We are only accepting applications submitted by June 1, 2026.

To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/204979

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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