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Job Description Summary
The Hollings Cancer Center and the Department of Public Health Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invite applications for Research Instructor of Biostatistics. This posting is for a faculty biostatistician affiliated with the Biostatistics Shared Resource within the Hollings Cancer Center, South Carolina’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated cancer center. An MS or MPH in statistics, biostatistics, or related field with a minimum of two years relevant experience at the time of appointment is required.
Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Faculty
Cost Center
CC001038 COM PHS Operations CC
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
Department of Public Health Sciences
Faculty Position
Research Instructor
The Hollings Cancer Center and the Department of Public Health Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invite applications for Research Instructor of Biostatistics. This posting is for a faculty biostatistician affiliated with the Biostatistics Shared Resource within the Hollings Cancer Center, South Carolina’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated cancer center. An MS or MPH in statistics, biostatistics, or related field with a minimum of two years relevant experience at the time of appointment is required.
This position will involve significant collaborative interactions with Hollings Cancer Center clinical researchers with a major emphasis on the design and conduct of early phase oncology therapeutic trials and non-therapeutic behavioral or hybrid efficacy-implementation trials. Additional responsibilities will include joint grant proposals with cancer center members, development of statistical methodology to advance cancer research, and the design of pre-clinical, translational and epidemiological studies. Excellent data analysis skills are required. Applicants with prior experience working in an NCI-designated or comprehensive cancer center are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will have expertise in protocol development, proficiency in clinical trial electronic database development using REDCap and NIH Common Data Elements, experience with trial conduct including risk-based monitoring and reporting, and familiarity with ICH Efficacy Guidelines for Good Clinical Practice (ICH E6) and Statistical Principles for Clinical Trials (ICH E9).
MUSC is located in Charleston, SC, a vibrant community renowned for its music, arts and culinary scene, with ample opportunities for coastal outdoor activities. Founded in 1824, MUSC is the state’s largest medical complex, has the state’s only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center, and is the largest employer in the metropolitan Charleston area. MUSC ranks in the top quartile of domestic educational institutions in research funding and is home to a Clinical and Translational Science Award.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter describing qualifications - especially current and past collaborative experiences - and curriculum vitae when they apply to the position on the MUSC Jobs website at: https://musc.career-pages.com/.
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
The Hollings Cancer Center and the Department of Public Health Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invite applications for Research Instructor of Biostatistics. This posting is for a faculty biostatistician affiliated with the Biostatistics Shared Resource within the Hollings Cancer Center, South Carolina’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated cancer center. An MS or MPH in statistics, biostatistics, or related field with a minimum of two years relevant experience at the time of appointment is required.
Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Faculty
Cost Center
CC001038 COM PHS Operations CC
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
Department of Public Health Sciences
Faculty Position
Research Instructor
The Hollings Cancer Center and the Department of Public Health Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invite applications for Research Instructor of Biostatistics. This posting is for a faculty biostatistician affiliated with the Biostatistics Shared Resource within the Hollings Cancer Center, South Carolina’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated cancer center. An MS or MPH in statistics, biostatistics, or related field with a minimum of two years relevant experience at the time of appointment is required.
This position will involve significant collaborative interactions with Hollings Cancer Center clinical researchers with a major emphasis on the design and conduct of early phase oncology therapeutic trials and non-therapeutic behavioral or hybrid efficacy-implementation trials. Additional responsibilities will include joint grant proposals with cancer center members, development of statistical methodology to advance cancer research, and the design of pre-clinical, translational and epidemiological studies. Excellent data analysis skills are required. Applicants with prior experience working in an NCI-designated or comprehensive cancer center are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will have expertise in protocol development, proficiency in clinical trial electronic database development using REDCap and NIH Common Data Elements, experience with trial conduct including risk-based monitoring and reporting, and familiarity with ICH Efficacy Guidelines for Good Clinical Practice (ICH E6) and Statistical Principles for Clinical Trials (ICH E9).
MUSC is located in Charleston, SC, a vibrant community renowned for its music, arts and culinary scene, with ample opportunities for coastal outdoor activities. Founded in 1824, MUSC is the state’s largest medical complex, has the state’s only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center, and is the largest employer in the metropolitan Charleston area. MUSC ranks in the top quartile of domestic educational institutions in research funding and is home to a Clinical and Translational Science Award.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter describing qualifications - especially current and past collaborative experiences - and curriculum vitae when they apply to the position on the MUSC Jobs website at: https://musc.career-pages.com/.
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees