Biostatisticians
NHMRC Clinical Trials Centre
School of Public Health
Reference No. 108611 

The NHMRC Clinical Trials Centre aims to improve health outcomes, clinical 
practice and public health policy in Australia through the better use of 
clinical trials research.  We are seeking suitably experienced and/or 
qualified people to join the Clinical Trials Centre as biostatisticians. 
There are currently 12 biostatisticians working at the Centre.  

Biostatistics at the NHMRC Clinical Trials Centre (CTC)

Biostatistics at the CTC encompasses a wide variety of skills. A 
biostatistician at the CTC will advise on study design and the conduct and 
interpretation of statistical analyses. A statistician will work as part 
of a multidisciplinary team including data managers, clinical 
investigators and other scientists in areas that include oncology, 
cardiovascular research and neonatology. The challenges include 
communication of methods and results (verbally and written) within this 
team. The environment at the CTC helps develop problem solving and 
strategic thinking skills especially in the areas of interim analyses, 
statistical monitoring, clinical study designs and sample size 
determinations. 

Statisticians play a critical role in the development of the scientific 
principles underpinning clinical studies. This involves liaising with 
clinicians, epidemiologists and statistical colleagues to develop 
efficient study designs and to help resolve difficult statistical issues.  
Statisticians are an integral part of study conduct, with involvement in 
designing and performing randomisation strategies, data management 
(recruitment strategies) and statistical analyses.  Interpretation of 
study results by investigators are made in close consultation with study 
statisticians. Opportunities for development of novel clinical trials 
methodologies are encouraged, as well as participating in the delivery of 
educational courses and graduate teaching.

The CTC is seeking to appoint a statistician with an interest in 
biostatistics and clinical trials methods.  Statisticians with a 
mathematical statistics background are encouraged to apply and 
biostatistical experience, whilst desirable, is not essential.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate experience or 
potential in using standard statistical packages, have skills in study 
design and conduct and experience in statistical data analysis. A degree 
in statistics is essential. Additionally, the ability to work through 
problems systematically and cooperatively with colleagues and implement 
agreed solutions is essential.

The position is full-time fixed term for 12 months, subject to the 
completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees. There is 
the possibility of further offers of employment, subject to funding and 
need. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a 
condition of employment for new appointees.

Remuneration package: up to $67,089 - $72,359 p.a. (which includes a base 
salary Level 6 $56,691 - $61,145 p.a., leave loading and up to 17% 
employer’s contribution to superannuation)
Remuneration package: up to $73,679 - $80,267 p.a. (which includes a base 
salary Level 7 $62,260 - $67,827 p.a., leave loading and up to 17% 
employer’s contribution to superannuation)

Level of appointment and responsibility will be commensurate with 
qualifications and experience.

All applications must be completed online, please visit 
http://positions.usyd.edu.au and search by reference number 108611. 
Specific enquiries about the role can be directed to Nikki Harrison on 
(02) 9036 7297.

Closing: 15 August 2007