Job DescriptionThe Jim and Eleanor Randall Department of Surgery and Department of Computational Biomedicine is seeking a faculty biostatistician to join Cedars-Sinai.
The Faculty Biostatistician provides comprehensive statistical consultation and collaboration for clinical and basic science research initiatives at Cedars-Sinai. Working with leadership and investigators in the Jim and Eleanor Randall Department of Surgery, this faculty member will contribute to study design, quantitative methods, data analysis, interpretation, and the development of high-impact research.
The Faculty Biostatistician will also develop an independent research program using applied and quantitative methodological research, contribute to peer-reviewed funding efforts, and teach or mentor clinical scientists, basic scientists, trainees, and junior biostatisticians through institutional educational programs.
ResponsibilitiesAdministrative Leadership
- Complete time and effort reporting and other required administrative functions accurately and on time.
- Provide department leadership with updates on ongoing projects, projects in progress, and projects requiring assistance.
- Provide guidance to master's- and PhD-level statisticians, as required.
- Participate in faculty and committee meetings at the request of the Chair or Vice Chair of Research.
Research and Statistical Collaboration
- Collaborate with investigators on research proposals and projects, including study design, power and sample size determinations, statistical methods, data review, analysis, and interpretation.
- Write statistical methods sections for grants and clinical research protocols.
- Obtain external, peer-reviewed funding, including NIH or cooperative group funding, to support independent research.
- Develop and carry out a successful independent research program using applied and quantitative methodological research.
- Collaborate with investigators in the Department of Surgery to develop relevant team-based and multidisciplinary projects.
- Participate in investigative research activities within areas of expertise and in inter- and intra-programmatic and transdisciplinary initiatives.
Teaching and Mentorship
- Plan, organize, and participate in educational programs for clinical and research faculty and staff, including colloquia, intensive workshops, and joint seminar series.
- Teach courses and provide lectures as directed by department leadership.
- Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in mentoring junior biostatisticians.
- Participate in the graduate program's core curriculum and activities and serve as a research supervisor, as required.
- Supervise graduate students on research rotations and dissertation research, as required.
Qualifications- Doctoral degree (MD, PhD, DVM) in bioinformatics, data sciences, computer science, or a related field.
- Demonstrated excellence in biostatistical methods and research with high scientific impact.
- Track record of peer-reviewed publications.
- Active record of peer-reviewed funding.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, and mentoring skills.
- Collaborative style that fosters teamwork and innovation.
Our compensation philosophy:
We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The base pay range shown takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.
Pay Range: $71,094- $450,008
