Biostatistician

  • Full-time

Company Description

Founded more than 30 years ago, NTD is a reference laboratory in the US for first and second trimester prenatal screening. It has pioneered the research and development of prenatal screening protocols and offered the first biochemical screening test for early onset preeclampsia. NTD's first trimester non-invasive prenatal screening test for Down Syndrome is the only high sensitivity screen that uses the free Beta hCG biomarker, along with PAPP-A and Nuchal Translucency measurement, in assessing risk for Down syndrome.

Eurofins NTD is searching for a Biostatistician in Melville, NY.

Job Description

Biostatistician responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Performs data analysis and statistical evaluations
  • Collaborates with clinical and bioassay development teams to design studies, forms and analysis plans, performs sample/size/power calculations and stratification/randomization of studies, statistical programming, and report writing
  • Ensures the statistical validity of study activities by solving problems occurring in the data collection process
  • Recommends and carries out effective statistical methodology and strategies necessary for the creation, completion, and analysis of clinical or research project populations to be studied
  • Recommends analytical design for a broad range of data and the most appropriate statistical procedures for evaluation of outcome of studies
  • Uses a wide variety of statistical procedures including, but not limited to, categorical data analysis, exploratory and graphical methods, analysis of variance, correlation analysis, multiple linear regression, time series analysis, logistic regression, survival analysis, and statistics process control (SPC)

The ideal candidate would possess:

  • Knowledge of SAS, SATA, and R statistical software packages
  • Experience with statistical methods including Monte Carlo simulation/modeling, categorical data analysis, exploratory and graphical methods, multivariate Gaussian distributions, analysis of variance, correlation analysis, and multiple linear regression
  • Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Statistics, Applied Statistics, Biostatistics, or similar field
  • At least 2 years’ experience analyzing and interpreting biostatistical data
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Additional Information

Position is full-time Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Melville, New York are encouraged to apply.

As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work.  We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and time-off, and dental and vision options.   To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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