"Biostatistician - Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist"

Biostatistician - Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Biostatistics and Informatics, Center for Innovative Design and Analysis

Working Title: Biostatistician - Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist

Position #:00846096 - Requisition #: 39292

Job Summary:

Are you passionate about advancing public health through innovative research? The Colorado School of Public Health's Center for Innovative Design and Analysis (CIDA) at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a Biostatistician at the (Sr.) Research Scientist rank to join its team. In this role, you will collaborate with experienced faculty in CIDA and the Department of Biostatistics and Informatics. The individual in this position will consult and collaborate with investigators on all aspects of the research process, including the design of new studies (sample size and analysis planning), data management, complex programming, analysis implementation and data visualization, and dissemination of results. You will be expected to co-author abstracts, oral and poster presentations, and scientific manuscripts, providing high-level, professional, and scientifically rigorous design and analysis support to biomedical researchers at CU Anschutz.

CIDA is dedicated to expanding analytics expertise and research across the CU Anschutz Medical Campus, the largest academic health center in the Rocky Mountain region. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on innovative projects that directly impact public health while receiving mentoring and career development support. Over time, you will be expected to work more independently and apply more advanced methodologies to solve analytic challenges. As part of a dynamic team committed to research and public health practice, you will have the chance to grow professionally while contributing to the advancement of health initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate on Research Design: Work with investigators to design new studies, including determining appropriate sample sizes, developing analysis plans, and ensuring robust study methodologies.
• Data Management and Integration: Oversee data management tasks, including data pre-processing and integration of complex datasets.
• Advanced Programming and Analysis: Implement and optimize complex statistical programming techniques using tools like R and Python to conduct exploratory data analysis, modeling, and downstream analysis.
• Visualization and Dissemination: Create data visualizations and contribute to the dissemination of research findings through co-authoring abstracts, presentations, and scientific manuscripts.
• Collaboration and Mentorship: Provide high-level design and analysis support under the guidance of doctoral-level biostatisticians, while at times mentoring junior researchers, PRAs, and graduate research assistants as needed.

Work Location: Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Research Scientist

• A MS in Biostatistics, Statistics, Data Science, or related area of graduate level training at the start date of the position.
• Experience as an analytic consultant or collaborator in graduate school or post-graduate work.

Senior Research Scientist

• A MS in Biostatistics, Statistics, Data Science, or related area of graduate level training at the start date of the position.
• Experience as an analytic consultant or collaborator in graduate school or post-graduate work.
• At least 5 years of post-graduate experience as an analytic consultant or collaborator.
• Evidence of independence or leadership on research teams.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications: [Details for Research Scientist and Senior Research Scientist as in text]

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: [List as in text]

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Three to Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Laurel Beaty, laurel.beaty@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins: Immediately and continues until March 18th, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

HIRING RANGE:

• $78,000 to $90,000 for the position of Biostatistician - Research Scientist
• $95,000 to $125,000 for the position of Sr. Biostatistician - Sr. Research Scientist