Research Biostatistician

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number STA00543PO26 Job Family Research Job Function Statisticians USC Market Title Statistical and Research Analyst Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133797 Job Level P2 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Research Biostatistician Campus School of Medicine Greenville Work County Greenville College/Division School of Medicine Greenville Department SOMG School of Medicine Greenville State Pay Range G10 USC Market Range MRG - $57,779 $72,224 $86,669 Anticipated Hiring Range $57,779 - $86,669 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule

• Standard working schedule: 8:30am - 5:00pm
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville is seeking to hire a Research Biostatistician. This position provides entry-level statistical and methodological support for clinical, educational, population health, and quality improvement research projects. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Research , the Research Biostatistician collaborates with investigators throughout the research process, including study design, data management, statistical analysis, interpretation of findings, and dissemination of results. The Research Biostatistician will contribute to educational initiatives that strengthen research skills among trainees and faculty.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree with concentration in Biostatistics or Applied Statistics.
• Graduate research assistantship experience in health sciences, public health, or biomedical research.
• Experience using REDCap or similar research data management systems.
• Familiarity with clinical, educational, or population health research.
• Experience presenting research findings at professional meetings or contributing to scholarly publications.
• Interest in pursuing a long-term career in academic medicine, public health, or research administration.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of statistical principles and quantitative research methods.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data accurately and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Ability to communicate technical information to diverse audiences.
• Commitment to collaboration, service, and continuous professional development.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and statistical software.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Research Consultation and Support

• Provide statistical consultation and research support to faculty, residents, fellows, staff, and medical students.
• Assist with study design, protocol development, data collection planning, and research methodology.
• Conduct sample size and power calculations under appropriate supervision.
• Assist in the development of statistical analysis plans and research proposals.
• Support scholarly projects required for student and graduate medical education programs.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 40 Job Duty

Data Analysis and Management

• Perform statistical analyses using software such as R, SAS, SPSS, STATA, Python, or equivalent analytical platforms.
• Clean, organize, validate, and manage research datasets.
• Prepare tables, figures, statistical summaries, and reports for presentations, manuscripts, and research meetings.
• Assist investigators in interpreting and communicating research findings.
• Maintain documentation to support reproducibility and data integrity.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 35 Job Duty

Education and Training

• Assist with workshops and educational sessions focused on research methods and biostatistics.
• Provide support and guidance to students and trainees conducting scholarly projects.
• Develop educational materials and resources that promote research best practices.
• Participate in research mentoring and training initiatives sponsored by the Office of Research.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty

Research Infrastructure Support

• Assist with REDCap database development and maintenance.
• Support program evaluation, quality improvement, and institutional research initiatives.
• Participate in collaborative projects and special assignments within the Office of Research.
• Contribute to efforts that strengthen research infrastructure and scholarly productivity across the School of Medicine.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 07/20/2026 Job Close Date 08/03/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by August 3, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have at least a Bachelor's Degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents