Senior Research Consultant, Statistician

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Tennessee.

📋 Description

• Support researchers in designing experiments, sampling strategies, data collection techniques, and determining sample sizes.

• Oversee and reorganize research datasets while identifying and rectifying data inaccuracies.

• Conduct statistical analyses and implement machine learning techniques.

• Generate data visualizations and graphics that meet journal specifications.

• Draft and revise methods and results sections for manuscripts, grant proposals, and client documentation.

• Justify analytical methods to journal reviewers.

• Lead the methods and analysis sections of grant proposals.

• Act as the primary statistician on funded research initiatives when appropriate.

• Assist clients in choosing suitable software and hardware solutions.

• Design and deliver workshops and individual tutorials focused on research computing and statistical methodologies.

• Serve as a subject matter expert for a diverse range of campus clientele.

• Administer university software site licenses, including their installation, testing, and documentation.

• Guide and evaluate the work of students and colleagues.

• Provide insights on complex statistical and computational challenges.

• Participate in discussions related to departmental budgeting, research funding, and compliance.

• Serve as a backup for the manager when necessary and contribute to shaping the departmental research strategy.

⛳️ Requirements

• Master's degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, or a related discipline.

• Seven (7) years of experience in applying statistical methods; time spent in graduate programs may count only if supplemented with extensive statistical consulting experience.

• Proven history of publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals.

• Exceptional writing, communication, and interpersonal abilities.

• Capability to work autonomously and prioritize tasks with minimal oversight.

• Proficiency in at least three of the following: R, Python, SAS, SPSS, Stata, MATLAB, ArcGIS, and JMP.

• Comprehensive understanding of statistical and machine learning methods suitable for peer-reviewed publications.

• Legally permitted to work full-time in the United States without current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.

• Willingness to undertake occasional overnight travel.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for career development and coaching.

• Continued education support.

• Extensive training and development opportunities.

• Support for work-life balance.

• Occasional overnight travel.