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Dear all, We are currently seeking a Senior Biostatistician within the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Sydney. Visit sydney.edu.au/recruitment<http://sydney.edu.au/recruitment/> and search by the reference number 2104/1017 to apply. Senior Biostatistician<https://sydney.nga.net.au/cp/index.cfm?event=jobs.checkJobDetailsNewApplication&returnToEvent=jobs.processJobSearch&jobid=F4F24C3F-E84E-46A1-A1A5-A80900B1B09F&CurATC=EXT&CurBID=949319bc-8898-4f11-ac4b-9db401358504&jobsListKey=9436a835-85fe-4952-81d4-5fb7b34c441f&persistVariables=CurATC,CurBID,jobsListKey&lid=99502350008> Faculty of Medicine, Westmead Clinical School Reference no. 2104/1017 * Provide valued data management and statistical support the Westmead Applied Research Centre * Full-time fixed term position for 3 years * Base salary: $100K exclusive of annual leave loading and up to 17% superannuation About the opportunity The Westmead Applied Research Centre embraces innovation in an environment that fosters excellence in research design, delivery and translation leading to improvements in patients and population health. The Centre's goal is to undertake innovative clinical research and research translation by: * Incubating clinical research trials that have a view to translation and impacting large populations * Providing leadership in the design and evaluation of digital health intervention and digital therapeutics Specifically in the Westmead precinct, the Centre will foster excellent research responsive to the needs of local patients and populations. Reporting to the Director - Westmead Applied Research Centre, the successful Senior Biostatistician will be responsible for statistical analyses and data management for a range of research projects at the Westmead Applied Research Centre. You will provide the design, implementation, conduct and reporting of medical research projects conducted by the Westmead Applied Research Centre (Westmead ARC) which is shared by the research divisions and the Statistics division. The expectation is that you will grow a statistic group and/or network responsible for the provision of statistical expertise to support the research done at the Westmead Applied Research Centre (Westmead ARC); this includes clinical trials, meta-analyses, observational studies, surveys as well as teaching and the use and/ if relevant development of new statistical methods. Occasionally, the Statistics group also provides services to external organisations contracted via the Westmead Applied Research Centre (Westmead ARC). About you The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Senior Biostatistician who possesses: * completed Masters/ Doctoral qualifications in Statistics * minimum 5-year experience as a statistician in medical research * advanced skills in the design and analysis of clinical trials of a range of designs and secondary analyses of clinical trial datasets * experience in contributing to data safety and management committees, including contributing to charters, statistical analysis plans and analyses for clinical trials * advanced skills in biostatistical analyses and models, including generalised linear mixed models (GLMMS), survival analyses, general estimating equations (GEES) and multilevel models * excellent working knowledge of statistical software such as SAS and in-depth understanding of probability and statistics theories and data management principles for clinical trials and medical research * experience in working with health datasets and linked data * the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and exercising sound judgement in resolving matters that may arise as part of normal daily work * proven management experience at a senior level; together with flexibility, capacity to adapt to changing circumstances and environments and, when necessary, navigating through ambiguity * excellent time and workload management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritise effectively, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and achieve required outcomes and effectively deliver results * experience, aptitude and ability to supervise and train junior statisticians to develop their skills * experience, aptitude and ability to supervise and train junior statisticians to develop their skills and demonstrated experience in the supervision, training, mentoring and performance management of staff; and experience managing and resolving a diverse range of HR issues * strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills together with effective leadership and people management skills * the ability to effectively manage a diverse group of key stakeholders on large or complex projects and the ability to develop/cultivate productive relationships with industry providers and key users. About us Since our inception 160 years ago, the University of Sydney has led to improve the world around us. We believe in education for all and that effective leadership makes lives better. These same values are reflected in our approach to diversity and inclusion, and underpin our long-term strategy for growth. We're Australia's first university and have an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. Across our campuses, we employ over 7600 academic and non-academic staff who support over 60,000 students. We are undergoing significant transformative change which brings opportunity for innovation, progressive thinking, breaking with convention, challenging the status quo, and improving the world around us. How to apply For more information on the position and University, please view the candidate information pack available from the job's listing on the University of Sydney careers website. All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. Visit sydney.edu.au/recruitment<http://sydney.edu.au/recruitment/> and search by the reference number to apply. Please note: visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Other: As this position is located on a NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit: NSW Health employment requirements<http://sydney.edu.au/recruitment/recruitment-process/nsw-health-requirements.shtml>. This position is designated as child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working With Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012. To undertake this position the successful applicant will need to complete a police/criminal check. Closing date: 11.30pm 28 January 2018 The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. (c) The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. You may leave the list at any time by sending the command SIGNOFF allstat to [log in to unmask], leaving the subject line blank.