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Posted 4/23/08: Mathematical Statisticians - Bureau of Labor Statistics

Are you a U.S. citizen with a college diploma, course work in math and statistics, and a desire to have an impact in the Federal community? If so, we may have a job for you in Washington, DC. The Bureau of Labor Statistics is looking for energetic leaders of the future to help us generate timely, impartial, relevant, and accurate statistics about the Nation's labor market. Examples of our statistics include the Unemployment Rate, the Consumer Price Index, and the Employment Cost Index.

Typical duties of a Mathematical Statistician may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Developing and refining sampling frames using data analysis and computer programming
Developing and implementing sample designs
Evaluating the statistical accuracy, efficiency and quality of BLS surveys and procedures
Researching and developing techniques in estimation, analysis of variance, imputation and other topics
Developing requirements for statistical reports and systems

Salary and Benefits:

Positions located in Washington, D.C.
First-year salary range starting at $43,596
Flexible work schedules
Monthly Transit subsidy
Tuition assistance
Generous health insurance benefits
401K type plan with matching contributions

Qualifications:

U. S. Citizenship
For a complete list of education and experience requirements, see the job announcement under "To Apply" below.

To Apply: To view job announcements or to apply, go to http://www.bls.gov and click on "Jobs in BLS" in the upper left corner of the screen.

For more information, visit the BLS Internet site at http://www.bls.gov and click on "Jobs in BLS" in the upper left corner of the screen. If you have questions, you may contact Ken Barron (Barron_K@bls.gov) at 202-691-6606.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted 3/5/08: Analytic Science - Scientist Intern

These positions are listed on the web site with a location of San Diego, but one position will be in the Westminster CO office.

Job Description : Passion, Challenge, Innovation. That's what sets us apart-competitively, and culturally. At Fair Isaac, we're always on the lookout for students who bring us this kind of commitment. And more importantly, once on board we encourage you to practice what makes you uniquely valuable.

Analytic Science Internship: You will work with a talented team designing, developing, and deploying state-of-the-art, data-driven predictive models to solve business problems using the latest technologies in neural networks, machine learning, statistical modeling, pattern recognition, and artificial intelligence.

Your primary responsibility will be conducting, under guidance from senior staff members, research and development on analytics and data management tools, processes, and technologies.

Experience/Qualifications : Qualifications include:
* A statistical thinker and quick learner
* Strong problem solving and analytic ability
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Proficient in Unix and in at least one major programming language such as C or Java.

* MUST BE ACTIVE CAMPUS STUDENT

Drop your resume to our postings at your campus career center or apply online. And to find out more, visit us online at www.fairisaac.com/careers.

Posted 2/20/08: Statistical Programmer

Location: Aurora, CO.

The Coordinating Center of the IHS/SDPI Diabetes Demonstration Projects, American Indian and Alaska Native Programs, University of Colorado Denver, Anschutz campus, seeks 2 Statistical Programmers to support the data management and statistical analysis of data collected from 30+ independent grantee organizations funded by the Indian Health Service.

Job Responsibilities: Duties will include development of computer programs to edit and manage the project data, development of query reports to be sent to participating sites to query questionable data, development of programs to merge files and maintain the project master file, development of programs to perform statistical analyses on the data, and development of programs to produce interim and final statistical reports. Additional responsibilities include: documenting all project data, files, and programs in an organized and efficient manner; ensuring that all data collection and management activities are performed with the utmost attention to participant confidentiality and HIPAA and IRB requirements; participating actively in all national, regional, and local Grantee project development and training meetings; and maintaining collaborative relationships with Coordinating Center staff, staff at participating sites, technical assistance expert consultants, and other project stakeholders to foster successful project development and implementation.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in statistics, computer science, or related field or equivalent experience. Master's degree preferred. Intermediate or better experience with SAS (Statistical Analysis System) and Microsoft Access. Intermediate or better experience with word processing, Microsoft Excel, email, and internet. Demonstrated ability to develop organizational tools and track large amounts of data. Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and experience with data collection, data management, quality control, and evaluation techniques and systems. Ability to understand the social and cultural context of American Indian/Alaska Native communities. Understanding of HIPAA and IRB requirements for health care research and programming. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative, supportive relationships with project staff. Willingness and ability to travel on occasion for project-related activities.

Please submit your application online at www.jobsatcu.com, including a cover letter, resume, and names of three references as attachments to your application. Job Title: Sr Professional Research Asst. Job Posting #803390. If you do not include three references in your resume, you must attach an additional sheet of references. Review of applications will begin February 27, 2008 and continue until position is filled

Posted 1/17/08: Statistician / Applied Mathematician / Chemometrics

Medical device research and development company in Boulder, CO is looking for a highly motivated individual with statistics, applied mathematics, or biostatistics background interested in full-time work in chemometrics and biomedical research and development. Primary duties involve multivariate data analysis and algorithm development in support of innovative new medical instrumentation. The ideal candidate possesses at least a Master's degree (PhD. preferred) in applied mathematics, statistics, or chemometrics, along with the skills described below.

Technical Duties

Real time algorithm development for medical instrumentation
Calibration and performance assessment of medical instrumentation
Designing and conducting laboratory experiments
Multivariate linear/nonlinear modeling, statistical, and power analyses
Documentation (e.g. internal white papers) of algorithms and methodologies

Required Skills/Experience
Math/Statistics

Strong background in applied mathematics
Strong background in statistics/biostatistics and at least 3 years of experience performing statistical analyses with either Matlab or R
Experience with Multivariate Data Analysis

Programming Skills

5+ years scientific/statistical programming with MatLab
Some C/C++ programming

Other Desired Skills

Experience with optimization and solving nonlinear equations
Experience with Digital Signal Processing in Matlab
Experience with R and the R Project for Statistical Computing.
Wet chemistry lab experience
Understanding of basic electronics and data acquisition.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to HR@KestrelLabs.com discussing how their background would fit the requirements of this position. No phone calls or walk-ins from potential candidates will be accepted.

Kestrel Labs, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or citizenship unless legally required.

Posted 12/5/07: Postdoctoral Researcher

Opening for a postdoctoral researcher in the area of environmental spatial statistics. The position is in the Department of Statistical Sciences (DSS) at Duke University under the supervision of Professor Alan E. Gelfand. The position involves methodological work using hierarchical modeling for spatial and spatio-temporal data, with applications focused on environmental factors contributing to health disparities in pregnancy outcomes. The work will involve extensive interaction with scientific collaborators in the Nicholas School of the Environment and the Duke University Medical Center. In particular, the work is directly supportive of the Southern Center on Environmentally Driven Disparities in Birth Outcomes (SCEDDBO), one of the research projects within the Children's Environmental Health Initiative (CEHI) which is directed by Dr. Marie Lynn Miranda. More information on CEHI and SCEDDBO can be found at: www.nicholas.duke.edu/cehi.

This is a two year position, with options for extension since the project is funded through April 2012. Qualifications are a PhD in statistics or biostatistics with experience in spatial data analysis and hierarchical modeling as well as programming experience in R or Matlab. Knowledge of C would also be a plus since the database involves roughy 1.5 million births. The position is available to be filled immediately, and applications will be considered until the position is filled.

To apply, send cover letter describing your research interests and interest in the position, with CV and names of three references, to alan@stat.duke.edu, or mail to Prof. Alan Gelfand
Department of Statistical Science
Box 90251
Duke University
Durham, NC 27708-0251

Applications from minority and female candidates are especially encouraged. Duke University is an AA/EOE, and DSS/CEHI promote family friendly work environments.

Posted 12/5/07: Professional Research Asst: Statistician

The University of Colorado Denver - School of Nursing (SON) is seeking nominations and applications for the position of Statistician. UCD is the premier urban research university in Colorado, serving more than 27,000 students in Denver, Aurora and online and awarding more than 3,400 degrees each year, over 200 from SON, including more graduate and professional degrees than any other Colorado institution. The new Anschutz Medical Campus features world class research, educational and clinical space.

This position is located at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. The site will also host The University of Colorado Hospital, The Children's Hospital, the Denver Veterans Administration Medical Center and a bioscience research park. The School of Nursing has a rich history of innovations in shaping important milestones in the nursing profession, is the birthplace of the nurse practitioner and caring movements and has made significant contributions in the areas of school-based health care and nursing informatics. The Statistician will work directly with faculty and students in their research activities. He/she is expected to provide technical assistance and collaboration with agencies to extract and manage large scale data sets from external database sources, such as MEPS, CMS, AHRQ,CDC, and NIH. He/she will provide overall guidance to less experienced staff and students as needed. He/she will also assist in the design of research protocols and analysis objectives, and develop protocol specific analysis plans. He/she will collaborate with grant management staff to develop grant submissions. A primary function is the analysis of data in accordance with analyses plans, assistance in developing research reports and submissions to regulatory agencies. The candidate will perform complex statistical analyses, both planned and ad hoc, and will need to maintain expertise in state-of-the-art research methodology and statistical methods.

The University offers a competitive benefits package. The salary range is established at $50,000 to $68,000 per year and the specific salary is negotiable and commensurate with education and experience.

Application apply by deadline is January 2, 2008.

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified and the review of applications will commence on January 2, 2008.

UCDHSC is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

This position requires a graduate degree in biostatistics, statistics Or related field and a minimum of 3 years statistical experience with at least 1 year of statistics experience in health care research.

You must apply online at www.jobsatCU.com, job posting number 802750.

You must attach the following required application material (list and be specific):

1) A cover letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
2) A CV/Resume
3) Three (3) professional references; names, addresses, daytime telephone numbers and e-mail addresses . If you do not include references in your resume, you must attach an additional sheet of references.

Do not submit documents (via email) to the job posting contact.

Questions about positions should be directed to Violeta Costache, Director of Human Resources & Facilities, UCDHSC, SON. Email: Violeta.Costache@uchsc.edu

Posted 12/3/07: Statistics Department Head

Kansas State University, Department of Statistics, searching for a new department head. Click here for more information.

Posted 12/3/07: Senior Research Statistician

Locations: Washington, DC, Atlanta, GA, Boston, MA or Research Triangle Park, NC

Responsibilities: Serves as PI for coordinating centers of multi-site projects. Maintains effective liaison with funding officials, collaborators from universities and other organizations, laboratories, clinical centers, and specimen storage facilities. Leads development of grant, cooperative agreement and contract proposals. Leads development of manuscripts for refereed journals. Monitors overall process and quality of studies and activities and presents research findings at scientific conferences. Monitors study resources and budgets. Serves in a leadership role in strategic planning, business development, and staff mentoring Provides senior leadership for all aspects of projects including study design, protocol development, study implementation, preliminary and final data analysis, and presentation of study results.

Qualifications: Doctorate in statistics or related field. At least 10 years experience working with epidemiological and/or clinical trial research. Experience in applying statistical methods to clinical, epidemiological, behavioral or environmental problems. Proven track record in successfully leading multi-center research. Demonstrable track record of leadership in developing and sustaining a climate that fosters growth in research funding, staff capabilities, and scientific excellence and reputation. A record of scientific stature in presentation and publication of study results in peer-reviewed journals on methodological topics related to multi-site study design. Participation in major professional societies or associations. Experience working in development and working with clients that fund research in public health, including federal agencies, private foundations, and/or the commercial sector.

Desired Skills: Excellent skills in communication, negotiation, compromise, and building consensus within and between groups.

For more information, please contact:

Jonathan Cohen
Insight Executive Search
781-210-4120
www.insightexecutivesearch.com

Posted 11/29/07: Consulting Opportunities with McKINSEY & COMPANY

McKinsey & Company is a management consulting firm that advises senior management of the world's leading organizations on issues of strategy, organization, technology and operations. We are always on the lookout for high caliber individuals to help us fulfill our mission: 1) to help our clients make positive, lasting and substantial improvements to their performance, and 2) to build a great firm that is able to attract, develop, excite and retain exceptional people.

If you like the idea of a career alternative that will stimulate and challenge, together with the opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a supportive, team-based environment, please apply for a position or program with McKinsey & Company.

FULL TIME OPPORTUNITIES IN OFFICES WORLDWIDE Ph.D. students, Post-docs, M.D. students, Interns, Residents, Fellows and non-M.B.A. Masters* students are invited to apply.

Application Information:
- Applications are due by December 10th, 2007 - to submit an application, please visit our website at www.apd.mckinsey.com and click on "Apply Now"
- If you will be finished with your studies in 2008 you should apply for a permanent position by the deadline above
- Medical interns, residents and fellows finishing in 2009 may also apply now, for a permanent position, to receive an early decision
- To submit an application, please visit our website at www.apd.mckinsey.com and click on "Apply Now"
- Interviews will take place across the country in late January/early February 2008

* Please note that Masters students applying for full time positions should have completed their undergraduate degree before July 1, 2004. If you completed your undergrad after this date, please visit www.mckinsey.com/usschools to learn more about our Business Analyst opportunities.

PAID INTERNSHIPS IN SELECT WORLDWIDE OFFICES Ph.D. students, Post-Docs, M.D. students, Interns, Residents, Fellows and non-M.B.A. Masters* students are invited to apply.

The paid Associate Internship program is the best opportunity to explore management consulting at McKinsey. It gives each participant the opportunity to work on a client project as a member of a McKinsey team. The program is offered by several offices worldwide** and lasts 4-12 weeks, during the spring, summer or fall of 2008 depending on the office and the availability of the intern. To learn more about this and other programs, visit our website at www.apd.mckinsey.com/opportunities.

Application Information:
- Applications are due by December 10th, 2007 - to submit an application, please visit our website at www.apd.mckinsey.com and click on "Apply Now"
- Only those completing their program in 2009 are eligible for the internship
- Interviews will take place across the country in late January/early February 2008

* Please note that Masters students applying for an internship should have completed their undergrad before July 1, 2005. If you completed your undergrad after this date, please visit www.mckinsey.com/usschools to learn more about our Business Analyst opportunities.

**A list of offices that participated in our 2007 internship program is available on our website. Applicants invited to interview will have a chance to revisit their office preferences before and during interviews, when the 2008 participating offices are finalized.

INSIGHT- A 3-DAY INSIDER'S LOOK INTO MANAGEMENT CONSULTING Ph.D. students, Post-Docs, M.D. students, Interns, Residents, Fellows and non-M.B.A. Masters* students are invited to apply

McKinsey offers comprehensive seminars covering a range of topics important to those who are exploring alternative career possibilities.

Application Information: - Applications for Insight Engineering & Science and Insight Healthcare are due in early May 2008
- Both programs will take place in July

More details will be available in early 2008 on our website at www.apd.mckinsey.com/opportunities.

* Please note that Masters students applying for an Insight program should have completed their undergraduate degree before July 1, 2005. If you completed your undergraduate degree after this date, please visit www.mckinsey.com/usschools to learn more about our Business Analyst opportunities.

Visit our website at www.apd.mckinsey.com to learn more about McKinsey & Company. The website features profiles of consultants with backgrounds similar to your own, information about selection criteria, application tips, and the on-line application form.

Please contact your recruiter should you have questions:
Erin Henry
McKinsey & Company
erin_henry@mckinsey.com

Posted 11/15/07: Brown University, Program in Public Health, Faculty Position in Biostatistics

The Biostatistics Section of the Program in Public Health invites applications for an open rank (tenure-track or tenured) faculty position.

Applications are invited from outstanding biostatisticians. The area of particular interest to the Section for this search is statistical methodology for the evaluation of diagnostic and screening tests and biomarkers, including imaging, molecular and genetic. Candidates for Associate or Full Professor should have a nationally and internationally recognized record of innovative methods research in biostatistics, significant experience in interdisciplinary research, and demonstrated leadership potential. Candidates for Assistant Professor should provide evidence of outstanding research potential. All candidates must show evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills and possess strong ability and interest in teaching and mentoring of students.

The new faculty member will join a highly interdisciplinary Biostatistics faculty of ten and will be a member of the Center for Statistical Sciences. Current faculty research interests include diagnostic test evaluation, missing data and causal inference, bioinformatics, Bayesian inference, the analysis of spatial data, statistical methods for neuroscience, social network analysis, and health services research. Growth in Biostatistics is part of a major, ongoing expansion of research and educational programs in Public Health at Brown. The academic departments and research centers in Public Health, Medicine, and Biology at Brown and the nationwide collaborations of the Center for Statistical Sciences provide rich opportunities for interdisciplinary research.

Interested applicants should send a letter of application, a description of current and planned research, and an updated curriculum vitae to:

Constantine Gatsonis, Director
Center for Statistical Sciences
Box G-S121-7
Brown University
Providence RI 02912.

Candidates for Assistant Professor should arrange for at least three letters of recommendation to be sent to the above address. Candidates for Associate or Full Professor should provide names and contact information of five referees. Please indicate in your letter of application whether you are applying for the position of assistant professor or associate/full professor.

Application review will start on 15 December 2007 and will continue until a successful candidate is selected or the search is closed. Brown University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and actively solicits applications from women and minorities. For more information, please contact Constantine Gatsonis, Ph.D. E-mail: gatsonis@stat.brown.edu; phone: 401-863-9183.

Posted 11/15/07: Department of Mathematical Sciences, Ball State University, Faculty Position in Statistics

Applications are invited for a tenure-line assistant or associate professor position in statistics beginning August of 2008. We seek to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber to further the mission of the Department and the University. Responsibilities for this position involve teaching approximately 8 to 9 hours per semester, research in statistics, and professional service. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with qualifications. Additional benefits for first year faculty are negotiable. Appointment at a higher rank is possible for the candidate with appropriate credentials and experience.

Minimum Qualifications: All requirements for a doctorate in statistics or related area completed by August 1, 2008.

Preferred Qualifications: (1) Capability of teaching a variety of advanced courses in statistics, including biostatistics/bioinformatics, linear models, design of experiments, probability, and statistical computing/data mining; (2) expertise in the use of statistical software including SAS; (3) commitment to student recruitment; and (4) capability of contributing to the new computational sciences program.

About the Department: The Department of Mathematical Sciences currently has 22 tenure-line faculty, including three with doctoral degrees in statistics, three others with masters degrees in statistics, three who are credentialed actuarial science Fellows, and additional faculty in pure and applied mathematics and mathematics education. The Department offers a range of academic programs leading to B.A., B.S., M.A., and M.S. degrees in these areas, and also participates in a College-level Ed.D. program. More information about the Department, its programs, and its faculty is available at the URL below.

Application Information: Review of completed applications begins December 1, 2007, and will continue until the position is filled. An applicant's file is complete when all of the following have been received: (1) letter of application; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) research summary; (4) three letters of reference, at least one of which substantially addresses the candidate's teaching ability and performance; and (5) a copy of graduate transcripts showing highest degree earned.

Dale Umbach, Chair
Statistics Search Committee
Department of Mathematical Sciences
Ball State University
Muncie, IN 47306-0490

E-mail: dumbach@bsu.edu
Phone: 765-285-8657
Fax: 765-285-1721
URL: www.bsu.edu/math/

Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.

Posted 11/6/07: UCDHSC Student Position: LAN admin assistant position

Job Responsibilities: The job applicant will share responsibilities with the Network Administrator to manage the network of Nighthorse Campbell Native Health Building. Together with the Network Administrator, the applicant will make the best effort to maintain the IT environment so that the researchers can maximize their productivity. Specific tasks include, but are not limited to:

setting up new users, computers, printers, and other devices (hardware and software);
using Microsoft Outlook, troubleshooting computer, printer, and network problems;
maintaining the database of computer inventory, and checking the integrity of inventory on a yearly basis;
helping with miscellaneous IT oriented tasks, including orientating new users and performing administrative tasks.

The job applicant may have a flexible schedule, choosing his/her own 20 hours/week from Monday through Friday, 7am to 5pm (however, Fridays are strongly preferred). The job will start in November 2007.

Preferred Qualifications: Undergraduate students from Computer Science or Computer Information Systems department.

Salary Range: $10 - $12 per hour

Cathy A.E. Bell, M.A.
LAN Administrator
American Indian & Alaska Native Programs
University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center
cathy.bell@uchsc.edu

Posted 10/22/07: Scientist I and Scientist II positions

Fair Isaac Analytic Science, Westminster, CO. Apply online at fairisaac.com or direct questions/resumes to tressafowler@fairisaac.com

Scientist II

Be a part of a team of highly motivated and talented analysts responsible for the development, deployment and measurement of state-of-the-art predictive and decision models for collections and recoveries

Job Responsibilities: Using state of the art tools, design and develop innovative data-driven predictive and decision models based on neural networks, machine learning, data mining, statistical modeling, pattern recognition, and artificial intelligence, to support variety of business decisions in the collections and recovery industry.

The main responsibilities include:

Analyzing and understanding large amounts of historical data to determine suitability for modeling
In-depth data understanding and exploratory analysesdana.franklin@cudenver.edu
Pattern identification and feature extraction and selection
Analytic model design and development using different types of tools and modeling techniques
Analyzing model performance and preparing model reports for communication with internal and external clients
Participating in pre-sales process and providing post implementation support

Required Experience: Minimum Qualifications

BS in Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, or related major. Min GPA 3.5
Work experience in risk analysis, computer science or a related technical field.
Proficiency in programming skills.
Strong problem solving and analytic ability
Fluency in English.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Domain knowledge in risk analysis.
2+ Years experience in Financial Industry
Masters Degree in related field (Math, Computer Science, MBA)
Working knowledge of C++ or Java, Python, UNIX and SQL Server

Scientist I

Job Responsibilities: Using state of the art tools; design and develop innovative data-driven predictive and decision models based on neural networks, machine learning, data mining, statistical modeling, pattern recognition, and artificial intelligence, to support variety of business decisions in the collections and recovery industry.

The main responsibilities include:

Analyzing and understanding large amounts of historical data to determine suitability for modeling
In-depth data understanding and exploratory analyses
Pattern identification and feature extraction and selection
Analytic model design and development using different types of tools and modeling techniques
Analyzing model performance and preparing model reports for communication with internal and external clients
Participating in pre-sales process and providing post implementation support

Required Experience: Minimum Qualifications

BS in Mathematics, Computer Science or a related technical field. Minimum GPA of 3.5
Familiar one or more of the following programming languages and/or platforms (C++, Java, Python, UNIX, SQL Server, Windows)
Strong problem solving and analytic ability
Fluency in English
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with Risk Analysis
Coursework in Statistics and/or Business This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential, proprietary and intended solely for the individual or entity to whom they are addressed.

Posted 10/22/07: School of Medicine IT Manager:

University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center
School of Medicine IT Manager
School of Medicine Dean's Office
Job Posting # 802493

The School of Medicine Dean's Office has an opening for a full-time exempt professional position.

The University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center (UCDHSC) seeks an IT Manager to work in the Dean's Office in the School of Medicine at the Health Sciences Center campus at the 9th and Colorado Boulevard location. As one of three institutions within the University of Colorado system, UCDHSC is an urban institution with 3 locations in the Denver metro area. UCDHSC is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding.

Job Responsibilities: The Manager of Information Technology (IT) in the School of Medicine (SOM) is responsible for all aspects of the school's information systems and computing resources. As the principal contact within the SOM Dean's Office for IT-related matters, the Manager of IT will determine how the SOM can best meet its business and operational goals through the acquisition and deployment of technology resources. The Manager of IT will plan and coordinate activities such as installation and upgrading of hardware and software needed support SOM Dean's Office operations, design and development of internet and intranet sites for the SOM, compliance with applicable policies and procedures as they relate to the SOM, and providing other support as necessary. In addition to these duties, the Manager of IT will serve as the school's liaison with campus and University IT personnel.

Specific duties may include but will not be limited to the following:

Assessment, purchase, installation and configuration of new hardware.
Support, monitor, test, and trouble-shoot hardware and software problems and evaluate new technologies.
Recommend, schedule, and perform computer maintenance and optimization of the servers supporting the SOM administrative applications.
Define and implement policy for the storage procedures.
Provide database management and retrieve data as needed.
Maintain and monitor systems configurations to ensure data integrity.
Monitor and maintain web security on central IS servers.
Provide basic user e-curriculum support.
Lift and transport computer equipment to work areas.
Assist in the design of knowledge management systems, processes, guidelines, rules and standards important to overall curricular and School objectives.
Advise and provide guidance on the effective design and/or operation of existing systems and new technologies under consideration or proposed for implementation.
Recommend and assist when it is appropriate to direct requests for service to vendor or warranty provider.
Serve as the SOM liaison with campus and University IT personnel.
Create and manage websites and web technologies managed on web servers outside the SOM Dean's office.
Serve as HIPAA security liaison for the SOM.
Provide database administration services for curricular and administrative applications (MS SQL server).
Front-end application development and support of databases, for administrative and curricular activities.
Provide audio-visual and media support for the SOM.
User management (security, access, creation).
Architecting and maintaining good security practice while optimizing function.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems or a closely related field or four years equivalent experience. Five years experience with SQL server, and Windows Server administration.
Knowledge of HTML, SQL, IIS, Windows Server administration, database structures, reports, and application development.
Knowledge of PDA, Blackberry and Smartphone technologies
Knowledge of Active Server Pages technologies.
Knowledge of Active Directory structure design and functions.
Knowledge of and experience with security hardening procedures.
Ability to assess and/or anticipate clients and user needs for hardware or software upgrades.
IT support and troubleshooting.
Experience in computer hardware repair .
Excellent communication skills.
Organization/documentation skills, ability to multitask.
Working understanding of database structures and function and the ability to create reports from existing data.
Ability to work unsupervised for long periods, and manage time well.
Ability to communicate to team leaders to keep them abreast of progress.
Ability to define project scope, and develop implementation plan.
Ability to asses and recruit other skilled technologists to implement projects.
Ability to manage and forecast budget for completing necessary tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

Five or more years experience with SQL server and Windows System Administration

MCP, MCSA, MCSE certifications and five or more years as a LAN administrator in an Academic environment.

Salary and Benefits: Hiring salary range is $55,000 to $ 75,000. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at http://www.cu.edu/pbs/

Applications are accepted electronically at www.jobsatcu.com

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Required Application Materials: When applying at www.jobsatcu.com, applicants must include: (list and be specific)
1) A letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
2) A current CV/resume
3) The names, addresses, daytime telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for three professional references
4) Letters of reference (optional)
5) List other required documents

Questions should be directed to Cheryl.Welch@uchsc.edu.

The University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center performs background investigations as a condition of employment for all prospective employees and housestaff and current employees seeking promotional opportunities within UCHSC. The investigations are initiated at the request of the hiring or appointing authority prior to making any job offer. Applicants will be asked to provide personal data and sign a release form before the investigations are conducted. Applicants who fail to provide the data and consent will be removed from consideration for employment, appointment or promotion. Background investigations always include review of criminal records and may, for designated positions, require investigation of any or all of the following: credit, motor vehicle, civil and financial records.

The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Posted 10/22/07: Director, Applied Statistics:

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Posted 10/22/07: Congressional Fellow:

The American Mathematical Society (AMS), in conjunction with the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), will sponsor a Congressional Fellow from September 2008 through August 2009.

The Fellow will spend the year working on the staff of a Member of Congress or a congressional committee, working as a special legislative assistant in legislative and policy areas requiring scientific and technical input. The program includes an orientation on congressional and executive branch operations, and a year-long seminar series on issues involving science, technology, and public policy.

The fellowship is designed to provide a unique public policy learning experience, to demonstrate the value of science-government interaction, and to bring a technical background and external perspective to the decision-making process in the Congress. Applications are invited from individuals in the mathematical sciences. Applicants should have a Ph.D. or an equivalent doctoral-level degree in the mathematical sciences by the application deadline (January 31, 2008). Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Federal employees are not eligible.

An AMS Fellowship Committee will select the AMS Congressional Fellow. The fellowship stipend is US $67,000 for the fellowship period, with allowances for relocation and professional travel. Benefits include a substantial contribution toward health insurance.

To apply, candidates should submit a statement expressing interest and qualifications for the AMS Congressional Fellowship, as well as a current curriculum vitae. Candidates should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to the AMS by the January 31st deadline. All application materials should be sent to: AMS Congressional Fellowship, American Mathematical Society, 1527 Eighteenth Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036.

Application Deadline: January 31, 2008

Posted 10/17/07: Research Assistant

Grant:
Gardens for Growing Healthy Communities
Funding Agency: Center for Disease Control and Prevention
University of Colorado at Denver - Health Sciences Center
Dr. Jill Litt, Principal Investigator

Salary: Commensurate with educational background and experience.

Hours: Between 10-15 hours per week. Position is open immediately and will last for the 2007-2008 academic school year.

Job Description: Gardens for Growing Healthy Communities (GGHC) is a four-year grant funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The purpose of GGHC is to examine the health and social benefits of community gardening. The GGHC team recently completed the "Neighborhood Environment and Health Survey", a 45-minute survey of 480 households across Denver that examined health behaviors, perceptions of their neighborhood environment, participation in gardening, and community engagement. We are currently seeking a qualified graduate student to oversee management of the survey database as well as data analysis. This data analysis will require multi-level modeling of variables using statistical and spatial analysis. There are many opportunities for MSPH students to conduct analysis suitable for a thesis topic with this data set.

Position requirements:
1. Ability to program in SAS or SPSS
2. Experience working in MS Access
3. Ability to work in the UCDHSC office at 9th and Colorado at least 2 days a week.
4. Participation in team meetings
5. Flexible daytime hours - ability to work around project and class schedules.
6. Highly organized & task oriented
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Send resume to:
Jill Litt, Project Director
Gardens for Growing Healthy Communities
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
(303) 315-7595
jill.litt@uchsc.edu

For more information: visit www.gghcdenver.org

Posted 10/17/07: Biostatistician II

COLORADO FOUNDATION FOR MEDICAL CARE

Position Title: Biostatistician II

Department: Quality Improvement Services

Description: Responsible for design, analysis and interpretation of outcome measures for major national hospital project, developing national outcome measures and collaborating with other teams in the country. This is an outstanding opportunity to be an important member of large team that will have an impact on the future of healthcare!

Requirements: PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics or equivalent field required (Master's degree with extensive experience may be considered). Must have experience with mixed modeling or hierarchical modeling, and be proficient in SAS. Salary commensurate with experience.

Status: Full-time

Please email resume to HumanResources@cfmc.org. EOE.

Posted 10/15/07: Senior Biostatistician

Institute for Health Research (IHR) at Kaiser Permanente Colorado (KPCO)

GENERAL SUMMARY: Serves as biostatistician/co-investigator on federal/foundation funded or internal health services or epidemiological research projects and provides statistical consultation to investigators and MS biostatisticians.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Doctoral degree in Biostatistics, Statistics or related field, or equivalent training and mastery with five years' experience in health care research. Proficient in advanced statistical techniques, experience in design, analysis and reporting of epidemiological and health services studies. Interest in collaborating with other investigators in health service and epidemiological research. Ability to creatively apply techniques and develop new statistical/research methods. We encourage candidates with PhD 1-3 years and experience in quasi-experimental studies, observational studies, and statistical consultation.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepares grant proposals including developing analytic plans and study designs for federal funded, internal and other projects. Collaborates with investigators and MS biostatisticians in executing analytic plans. Participates in manuscript preparation of health service and epidemiological studies. Develops and publishes new statistical methods and applications. Masters new research methods as they are proposed in relevant literature and disseminates this knowledge to other staff. Provides service to the scientific community through membership on peer review groups and research review committee. Presents papers at national scientific meetings. Evaluates and consults on research proposals of others. Maintains knowledge of stand operating procedures for research and performs in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements, such as HIPAA, FDA, and the IRB. Maintain current information and knowledge of all applicable Kaiser policies, local, state and federal laws and regulations, and accreditation standards. Ensures that the training activities incorporate all applicable KP policies, local, state and federal laws and regulations, and accreditation standards. Coordinates with HIPAA compliance officer to make sure all data use, manipulations, storage, and transfers meet the HIPAA guidelines. Promotes IHR and its vision and mission in KPCO clinical departments and outside the organization.

For more information about IHR, please visit the website: http://www.kpco-cru.org

To apply, send resume and a cover letter to: Stan.Xu@kp.org

Posted 10/15/07: Software/Database Developers and a Data Curator

Our research data repository development group at National Jewish needs to hire 2 software/database developers and a data curator. For developers, we are looking for relational database, java, ColdFusion, and javascript experience. The curator would need a strong background in biomedical terminology, and some database savvy. Suitable backgrounds for the curator might include nursing, library science, lab techs, research coordinators, various PRA's, even disillusioned PhD's. These are professional positions on a 5-year project with internal funding. National Jewish announcements below.

Curator:
http://www.healthcaresource.com/national/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.jobDetails&template=dsp_job_details.cfm&cJobId=102358

Developer (2 positions):
http://www.healthcaresource.com/national/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.jobDetails&template=dsp_job_details.cfm&cJobId=488646

Posted 10/15/07: Assistant Professor, Applied Statistics, Tenure-Track

Department of Statistics and Applied Probability
University of California, Santa Barbara
www.pstat.ucsb.edu

The Department of Statistics and Applied Probability invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position in Applied Statistics, starting July 1, 2008.

Qualifications: research and teaching excellence and PhD in Statistics, biostatistics or related field. Preference will be given for research on methodology and applications relating to biometrics, environmental science or finance.

Our faculty's applied statistics research spans a wide range of fields including geophysics, environmental sciences, different biological and biomedical fields, population genetics, internet traffic models, and finance.

The dynamic interactions with researchers in other disciplines are both personal, through joint projects supported by the NSF, NIH, and other government agencies, and through the activities of the Statistical Consulting Laboratory situated in the Department. At present there are about fifty undergraduate statistics majors, sixty financial mathematics and statistics majors and premajors, and about fifty graduate students.

Search Committee (Applied Statistics Position)
Department of Statistics and Applied Probability
University of California
Santa Barbara, CA 93106-3110, USA

Review of applications begins November 15, 2007 and continues until the position is filled. Early applications are encouraged.

Candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service are particularly encouraged to apply. An EO/AA employer.

Additional information at http://www.pstat.ucsb.edu

Posted 10/15/07: Open Level Position, Stochastic Analysis/Financial Mathematics, Tenured or Tenure-Track Faculty

Department of Statistics and Applied Probability
University of California, Santa Barbara
http://www.pstat.ucsb.edu

The Department of Statistics and Applied Probability invites applications for an open level position in Stochastic Analysis (particularly Mathematical Finance), starting July 1, 2008. Qualifications: research and teaching excellence and PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, or related field.

A new Center for Research in Financial Mathematics and Statistics (CRFMS) was established in Spring 2006 to provide national and international leadership in quantitative finance from different perspectives. The Center brings together faculty, students, and visitors affiliated with the departments of Statistics and Applied Probability, Economics (Econometrics and Finance), Mathematics (Applied Mathematics), Computer Science and others on the UCSB campus. It facilitates interdepartmental cooperation in mathematical modeling, statistical data analysis and efficient computational methods specific to financial data. For more information on CRFMS see: http://www.pstat.ucsb.edu/crfms

To apply submit resume, statement of research and teaching objectives, the American Mathematical Society Cover Sheet (available online at http://www.ams.org ), and have four letters of reference sent (at least one of which is directed towards teaching). Materials should either be submitted electronically via http://www.mathjobs.org or sent to:
Search Committee (Stochastic Analysis Position)
Department of Statistics and Applied Probability
University of California
Santa Barbara, CA 93106-3110 USA

Review of applications begins November 20, 2007 and continues until the position is filled. Early applications are encouraged.

Candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service are particularly encouraged to apply. An EO/AA employer.

Additional information at http://www.pstat.ucsb.edu/employment.htm

Posted 10/15/07: Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate Professor Positions

The Department of Statistics, Temple University, invites applications for tenure-track Assistant or possibly Associate Professor positions. We require a Ph.D. in Statistics and an excellent portfolio of statistical research and teaching. Preference will be given for high quality research in emerging statistical areas and/or research involving data mining and statistical modeling, especially as it pertains to financial engineering or biostatistics. Applicants should have a potential for successfully obtaining research funding grants from Federal agencies and a commitment to interdisciplinary work. Compensation will be highly competitive based on rank of appointment.

The Temple Statistics Department has 12 full-time, tenured faculty members and 4 fulltime, non-tenure-track faculty. It has a strong Ph.D. program and its faculty are actively involved in research. The Department provides Statistics support to the entire University. Please visit out website http://www.sbm.temple.edu/dept/statistics/ for additional information.

Temple University of the Pennsylvania Commonwealth System of Higher Education serves 34,000 students, and is one of the three major state-related, research universities in Pennsylvania.

Philadelphia is the fifth largest city in the United States, and is a major cultural center with a high concentration of dining and other attractions, as well as easy international access. It is close to New York and Washington D.C. Housing and living costs in Philadelphia are among the lowest of major US cities. The Philadelphia metropolitan area has a significant presence of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, financial services, and other industries providing opportunities for research interaction and employment.

Applications should include (a) cover letter, (b) full curriculum vitae, and (c) at least three recommendation letters. Kindly submit items electronically to stat@temple.edu and send a hard copy of the materials to:
Chair, Faculty Search Committee
Department of Statistics
Fox School of Business and Management
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA 19122

Temple University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Posted 10/10/07: Biostatistics Internship - Kaiser Permanente Denver

The Kaiser Permanente Colorado Institute for Health Research (IHR) in Denver is currently looking to fill one or two internship positions in Biostatistics. The duration of the internship is 6-12 months depending on the amount of available work and progress. Applications from MS students who have finished a year of course work and passed the June written exams are encouraged to apply. The selected candidate(s) will be working 20 hrs per week on assigned tasks in the analytic team of IHR consisting of PhD and MS biostatisticians, data specialists and programmers. Responsibilities include preparing analytic datasets for assigned projects, analyzing the data, documenting and reporting. Potentially, a portion of the project can be carved out for a suitable MS thesis topic.

If interested please contact Stan.Xu@kp.org or Ella.E.Lyons@kp.org.

Posted 9/6/07: Job openings at Boeing for data mining and machine learning

Boeing's Mathematics and Computing Technology (M&CT) organization, located in Bellevue Washington USA, invites applications for applied research positions in data mining and machine learning. We offer an exciting opportunity to be a part of a diverse research group that touches all parts of the Boeing company, from aircraft to spacecraft, communications systems and worldwide customers. We help Boeing tackle its toughest information and computational issues and help develop innovative products for the future. Interested candidates may view job descriptions at the www.Boeing.com website under the employment section:

The data mining technologist position can be viewed at: https://jobs.boeing.com/JobSeeker/JobView?reqcode=07-1019857

The machine learning technologist position can be viewed at: https://jobs.boeing.com/JobSeeker/JobView?reqcode=07-1020370

Posted 6/7/07: PART TIME SAS PROGRAMMER

NATURE OF WORK:
This minimum half-time non-exempt position is located at the Nurse-Family Partnership National Service Office in Denver, Colorado. The incumbent will assist with programming of statistical and operational reports using SAS as well as in analysis of data for various types of research.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will be assisting with SAS programming and collaboration with others to conduct research on program implementation data from remote implementation agencies. The Programming involves maintaining and running existing SAS programs and creation of new SAS reports and programs. Statistical analysis includes using SAS Graph to do exploratory analyses and program implementation data to conduct analyses by implementation agency and make comparisons across implementation agencies. Duties involve creation and management of SAS data sets using the SAS Data step or Proc SQL, to perform logical checks of data to detect errors, creation of variables and systems for variable labeling, data storage and data documentation. Duties also include developing programs in SAS to exclude unacceptable data from final analytic SAS data sets and generate exceptions reports for the sites detailing the problems. The incumbent will work closely with other NFP Staff members, develop knowledge of the NFP program and understand the goals of the NFP National Service Office and assist in:

Work with the Evaluation and Reporting Department staff on ad-hoc reports and metrics that are requested by Implementing Agencies (IAs)
Perform special programming in response to unscheduled requests and research studies
Create and maintain documentation of programs to meet quality and regulatory requirements

SUPERVISION
The position reports to the Director of Information Technology. This position will on a day-today basis work very closely with our staff members in a team environment. Supervision will be provided both on a regular and as needed basis. It is expected that the incumbent has good logic, programming, and documentation skills.

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors degree (MS or MS Student is highly desirable) in statistics, epidemiology, mathematics or related field
Two years of relevant work experience with at least one year of SAS programming and familiarity with the SAS Data step and Proc SQL (an interest and aptitude in using SAS Graph is a definite plus)
Ability to work collaboratively with other statisticians, programmers, and program staff
Ability to work independently (with consultation) on long-term programming projects
Strong knowledge of data structures and data subsets for analysis
Strong customer service and communication skills with internal and external customers
Attention to detail, timeliness and ability to multi-task
Ability to be innovative and creative in solving problems and in working logically when troubleshooting and resolving problems

Pregnancy outcomes are improved by helping women practice sound health-related behaviors, including obtaining good prenatal care from their healthcare provider, improving diet, and reducing the use of cigarettes, alcohol and illegal drugs.
Children's health and development are improved by helping parents provide responsible and competent care for their children.
Families' economic self-sufficiency is improved by helping parents develop a vision for their own future, plan future pregnancies, continue their education and find jobs.

To learn more about the program and the national office, please visit: www.nursefamilypartnership.org

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter along with a detailed employment history and resume to:
Careers
Nurse-Family Partnership National Office
1900 Grant St., Suite 400
Denver, CO 80203
careers@nursefamilypartnership.org

Nurse-Family Partnership is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This non-discrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits and termination of employment.

Posted 5/21/07: Department of Statistics, Penn State University, University Park, PA

Several one-year fixed-term (non-tenure) and visiting faculty positions are available for Fall 2007, with possibility of renewal. Possible assignments include undergraduate teaching, graduate-level online education, and consultant training in the Statistical Consulting Center. Qualifications for undergraduate education include a masters degree in a statistical field. Graduate education requires a Ph.D. in a statistical field. Salaries are commensurate with training and experience. Send a cover letter including contact information for three references, plus a CV and a statement of experience and philosophy for teaching and/or consulting to: Dr. Bruce G. Lindsay, Department of Statistics, 326FI-H Thomas Building, Penn State University, University Park, PA 16802-2111. Applications considered from June 1, 2007 until positions are filled. For additional information, see www.stat.psu.edu.

Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

Posted 5/7/07: BIOSTATISTICIAN I

The CIBMTR is a research affiliation of the International Bone Marrow Transplant Registry (IBMTR), Autologous Blood and Marrow Transplant Registry (ABMTR) and the National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP) that comprises a voluntary working group of more than 450 transplantation centers worldwide that contribute detailed data on consecutive allogeneic and autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplants to the Statistical Center in the Department of Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee or the NMDP Coordinating Center in Minneapolis. The CIBMTR is currently seeking for a master-level biostatistician at the Milwaukee campus.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate with medical and scientific researchers in designing and carrying to completion research studies of blood and marrow transplant patient data. Duties will include study design, performing univariate and multivariate analyses utilizing statistical packages (SAS), database software (ORACLE) and graphical packages as well as writing up the statistics and methods sections of manuscripts. Present findings and progress at internal and external meetings. Detailed description can be found under career opportunities position # 311.16191 under http://www.mcw.edu/.

REQUIREMENTS: Masters degree in Biostatistics. Excellent oral and written skills are essential for communication with international researchers. Strong critical thinking, problem solving and attention to detail required. Background in medical research helpful. Prefer basic competence in SAS and MS Office.

TO APPLY: Interested individuals should visit the Medical College of Wisconsin website (http://www.mcw.edu/) and follow the instructions for submitting an application for the position in the Medicine (CIBMTR) department.

Posted 5/7/07: Biostatistician

This would be an ideal opportunity for anyone with a desire to be a part of a team that is a leader in public health research. Some of our research studies include, but are not limited to, prescription drug abuse, analgesics toxicity (over-the-counter pain relievers), Phase II and Phase III drug trials for new antidotes, antivenom research studies (snakes, spiders, etc.) and literature reviews.

The successful candidate will have at least five years experience in applied statistics. You will supervise Statistical Research Specialists and conduct statistical research and analyses to provide information to principle investigator(s), management and other agencies.

You will be actively participating in statistical analysis plan development for multiple projects.

You will not be performing any direct bench or clinical (patient) research.

A Masters degree in Statistics, Computer Science or other disciplines which include application of statistical analysis and research or comparable education and experience is required.

A Doctoral degree is preferred.

Some other requirements include but are not limited to: fluency in Excel, Word, and Access with a proficiency in SAS and/or SPSS, good verbal and written communication skills, excellent customer service skills and the ability to summarize detailed information in an organized and concise manner. EOE M/F/D/V

Denver Health is an integrated, efficient and high-quality health care system serving as a model for other safety net institutions across the nation. Denver Health integrates acute hospital and emergency care with public and community health to deliver preventative, primary and acute care services.

Conveniently located just south of downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

To apply, please go to http://www.denverhealth.org/portal/ForProfessionals/CareerCenter/tabid/191/Default.aspx and perform a job search using the position title as a keyword.

Full time candidates are preferred, however part time candidates with ample experience may be considered.

Posted 5/7/07: Statistical Research Specialist

Job Description: Gathers data from disparate sources, develops and maintains database applications, and analyzes using qualitative and quantitative (statistical) methods; assist research director, assistant research director and other project members in data analysis planning, analysis, and reporting.

Qualifications: Education - Bachelors degree - Masters preferred (Statistics, Computer Science, Public Health or Epidemiology) with significant training in research and statistical evaluation methods. Experience - Two years experience conducting applied research or program evaluation in community and/or organizational setting or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Experience with Toyota Lean systems preferred.

Conveniently located just south of downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

To apply, please go to http://www.denverhealth.org/portal/ForProfessionals/CareerCenter/tabid/191/Default.aspx and perform a job search using the position title as a keyword.

Full time candidates are preferred, however part time candidates with ample experience may be considered.

Posted 4/27/07: Senior Scientist

ASD, a world leader in near infrared spectroscopy instrumentation seeks a Senior Scientist.

Position Summary: Lead the effort to develop mathematical classification/quantification models for near infrared spectroscopic instruments. Architect and schedule projects from conception to delivery. Develop and write the initial analytical algorithms and then organize and analyze spectral data. Apply the algorithms to the data for optimum performance based on established specifications. Contribute to the development of software for production and maintenance of algorithms, data libraries and instrument calibrations.

Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include investigation, development, prototyping, specification, implementation, optimization, and enhancements of near infrared classification/quantification algorithms for real-time applications. You will be responsible for identifying applicable existing algorithms as well as the development of new approaches. You will work closely with the Director of Engineering on project schedules and costs.

Qualifications: A demonstrated ability to model and analyze complex scientific datasets with experience in data assimilation, statistical analysis and algorithm validation; familiarity with multivariate statistical techniques and their application to scientific data sets; numerical programming and strong analytical skills. Your willingness to accept challenge and responsibility and your ability to work closely with other team members toward a common goal is essential.

Graduate degree in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics or Statistics. Leadership and team coordination, excellent written and oral presentation skills. Ability to manage multiple projects. Excellent communication skills. Willingness to travel as needed. Self-motivated. Experience programming in Matlab or R a plus. Database management experience is a plus. Commercial/Industrial experience is a plus. Experience with scientific instrumentation is a plus.

Position: Exempt. Reports to the Director of Engineering.

To apply for this position, please send a resume with a cover letter to the Human Resources Manager at hr@asdi.com, or by fax to 303.444.6825, and reference Senior Scientist in the subject line.

Posted 4/19/07: Sr. Director Biostatistician: Clinical Trials

Tired of Long Commutes, the High Cost of Living, the Bad Schools, and the Overcrowded Living? Our client an international concern is experiencing substantial growth and profitability and needs to enhance their senior level management team at their Kansas City facilities. Their ongoing expansion offers an outstanding career development opportunity for a director to advance to a senior level position or for a sr. director looking for a new challenge. As Senior Director, Biostatistics you will serve as head of the Kansas City facilities entire Biostatistics department. Manage a team of highly qualified Biostatistics, Statistical Programming, and RDQC professionals. Your team of managers and staff will ensure that target productivity (FTE, utilization, and output) levels are met. As Sr. Director, your responsibilities include:
- Managing direct reports typically consisting of Associate Manager to Director Level staff from biostatistics, SAS programming, and RDQC.
- Provide biostatistics leadership and resources for the department, ensuring scientific integrity in the application of statistical methodology.
- Represent department during corporate, client (internal & external) and sales meetings and supervise departmental proposal preparation.
- Manage budget and scope of projects and take essential action to maximize achievement.
- Achieve "best practices" through departmental staff contributions to intra and interdepartmental process improvement
- Assure your team is working as efficiently and effectively as possible with other departments
- Secure appropriate levels of professional development and training are provided to staff.
- Represent clients (internal & external) at FDA meetings, FDA advisory boards, or other scientific meetings
- Provide timely reports, information and recommendations to Vice President, Biostatistics to achieve target QAMR utilization level

Qualifications - Ph.D. in biostatistics or statistics with 9 years of relevant experience or
- MS in biostatistics or statistics with 12 years of relevant experience
- 4 years managing staff in CRO or pharmaceutical industry
- Familiarity with most complex statistical methods that apply to Phase IIIII clinical trials
- Practical knowledge of SAS
- Willing to travel frequently

Why Consider Kansas City?
KC Offers:
- The #1 Rated Kid Friendly City in the Country
- The 2nd Smartest City in the Country
- One of the 20 Best Places to Live & Work with a diverse population
- Average NEW home size of 2,125 sq ft with a costs $250,887
- A Family Centered Community with Heartland Values

Interested? Contact Dave Schmitt at 954-384-7978 or email Dave at David@mriweston.com

All communications and information is in the strictest of confidence!

Posted 4/19/07: Principal Statistical Scientist

Tired of Long Commutes, the High Cost of Living, Bad Schools, and the Overcrowded Living? Our client an international concern is experiencing substantial growth and profitability and needs to enhance their clinical management team at their Kansas City facilities. The Principal Statistical Scientist provides biostatistics oversight role on one or more projects; may serve as lead biostatistician on one or more multi-protocol projects. Develop protocols, review CRFs, and prepare analysis plans. Communicate with clients regarding study protocol or major statistical analysis issues.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide guidance on study design; expert level biostatistics review of whole protocol
- Consultancy to project team on complex analysis issues and on any issues likely to be of concern to the FDA
- May provide independent programming check of very complex statistical analysis; expert level biostatistics review of all deliverables produced by project team.
- Interpret complicated analyses and write statistical and/or joint clinical and statistical study reports, as well as ISE, ISS, and Section 10 components of NDAs.
- Provide statistical training and mentorship to department on complex analyses
- Produce sample size estimates and/or power calculations in complex situations.

Qualifications
- Ph.D. degree in Statistics or Biostatistics and 8 years working biostatistics experience in the clinical trials environment
- Advanced knowledge of complex statistical methods that apply to Phase IIV clinical trials
- Extensive experience in FDA interactions
- Working knowledge in FDA guidelines relating to statistical analysis, study reports, and statistical components of NDAs/BLAs

Interested? Contact Dave Schmitt at 954-384-7978 or email Dave at David@mriweston.com

All communications and information is in the strictest of confidence!

Posted 4/19/07: Associate Director, Statistics

Tired of Long Commutes, the High Cost of Living, the Bad Schools, and the Overcrowded Living? Our client an international concern is experiencing substantial growth and profitability and needs to enhance their clinical management team at their Kansas City facilities. Their ongoing expansion offers an outstanding career development opportunity for an experienced biostatistician to advance to an Associate Director Level or for Principle or Associate Director looking for a new challenge. The Associate Director, Biostatistics will manage an assigned group of staff at the Biostatistician II to Senior Biostatistician level, providing direction and guidance to the staff in performing supervisory functions, carrying out project assignments, interfacing with clients and other internal departments and applying advanced statistical methods to project work. Specific responsibilities include:
- Serving as a resource for your team, ensuring scientific integrity in the application of statistical methodology to Phase I - IV clinical trials.
- Represent clients (Internal & External) at FDA or other regulatory meetings.
- Review/prepare study protocols and discusses strategies with clients regarding study design and complex analysis issues, FDA issues and general drug development.
- Assist in departmental planning and resource allocation.
- Participate as senior statistician on major projects, including developing/reviewing protocols, preparing analysis plans, overseeing the conduct of analyses, and preparing integrated clinical and statistical reports.
- Assist in proposal development, FTE allocation, budget projections, and client presentations.

Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Biostatistics or Statistics with 5 years of relevant experience or
- M.S. in Biostatistics or Statistics with 10 years of relevant experience
- 2 years managing staff in a CRO or pharmaceutical industry setting
- Familiarity with most complex statistical methods that apply to Phase I-IV clinical trials
- Strong working knowledge of SAS.

Interested? Contact Dave Schmitt at 954-384-7978 or email Dave at David@mriweston.com

All communications and information is in the strictest of confidence!

Posted 4/11/07: PART TIME SAS PROGRAMMER

NATURE OF WORK: This minimum half-time non-exempt position is located at the Nurse-Family Partnership National Service Office in Denver, Colorado. The incumbent will assist with programming of statistical and operational reports using SAS as well as in analysis of data for various types of research.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This position will be assisting with SAS programming and collaboration with others to conduct research on program implementation data from remote implementation agencies. The Programming involves maintaining and running existing SAS programs and creation of new SAS reports and programs. Statistical analysis includes using SAS Graph to do exploratory analyses and program implementation data to conduct analyses by implementation agency and make comparisons across implementation agencies. Duties involve creation and management of SAS data sets using the SAS Data step or Proc SQL, to perform logical checks of data to detect errors, creation of variables and systems for variable labeling, data storage and data documentation. Duties also include developing programs in SAS to exclude unacceptable data from final analytic SAS data sets and generate exceptions reports for the sites detailing the problems. The incumbent will work closely with other NFP Staff members, develop knowledge of the NFP program and understand the goals of the NFP National Service Office and assist in:
* Work with the Evaluation and Reporting Department staff on ad-hoc reports and metrics that are requested by Implementing Agencies (IAs)
* Perform special programming in response to unscheduled requests and research studies
* Create and maintain documentation of programs to meet quality and regulatory requirements

SUPERVISION: The position reports to the Director of Information Technology. This position will on a day-today basis work very closely with our staff members in a team environment. Supervision will be provided both on a regular and as needed basis. It is expected that the incumbent has good logic, programming, and documentation skills.

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors degree (MS or MS Student is highly desirable) in statistics, epidemiology, mathematics or related field
Two years of relevant work experience with at least one year of SAS programming and familiarity with the SAS Data step and Proc SQL (an interest and aptitude in using SAS
Graph is a definite plus)
Ability to work collaboratively with other statisticians, programmers, and program staff
Ability to work independently (with consultation) on long-term programming projects
Strong knowledge of data structures and data subsets for analysis Strong customer service and communication skills with internal and external customers
Attention to detail, timeliness and ability to multi-task
Ability to be innovative and creative in solving problems and in working logically when troubleshooting and resolving problems

ABOUT THE PROGRAM The NFP program has been rigorously tested in clinical trials with more than 25 years of longitudinal follow-up. Research shows that NFP mothers are less likely to abuse or neglect their children, have subsequent unintended pregnancies, or misuse alcohol or drugs and they are more likely to transition off welfare and successfully maintain stable employment. The program's proven outcomes include a reduction in child abuse and neglect, an increase in labor force participation, a reduction in welfare use, a reduction in maternal behavioral problems due to substance abuse and fewer arrests among NFP mothers and children. Specifically, the program achieves three important goals:
* Pregnancy outcomes are improved by helping women practice sound health-related behaviors, including obtaining good prenatal care from their healthcare provider, improving diet, and reducing the use of cigarettes, alcohol and illegal drugs.
* Children's health and development are improved by helping parents provide responsible and competent care for their children.
* Families' economic self-sufficiency is improved by helping parents develop a vision for their own future, plan future pregnancies, continue their education and find jobs.

To learn more about the program and the national office, please visit: www.nursefamilypartnership.org

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter along with a detailed employment history and resume to: Careers
Nurse-Family Partnership National Office
1900 Grant St., Suite 400
Denver, CO 80203
careers@nursefamilypartnership.org

Posted 4/11/07: Scientist II

Job Level: Scientist II
Functional Discipline : Analytic Science
Job Type: Fulltime-Regular
Job Category: Product Development
Dept Group: PD-EDM Suite Apps
Travel %: Zero
Country: US
State/Province: Colorado
Office Location: Westminster

Job Description:
Position Overview: Be a part of a team of highly motivated and talented scientists and engineers responsible for the development and deployment of the state-of-the-art predictive and decision models for collections and recoveries

Job Responsibilities: Design and develop innovative data-driven predictive and decision models to solve a variety of business problems in collections and recoveries using the latest technologies in neural networks, machine learning, data mining, statistical modeling, pattern recognition, and artificial intelligence.

The main responsibilities include: Analyzing and understanding large amounts of historical data to determine suitability for modeling In-depth data understanding and exploratory analyses Pattern identification and feature extraction and selection Analytic model design and development using different types of algorithms and modeling techniques, Analyzing model performance and preparing model reports for communication with internal and external clients, Participating in pre-sales process and providing post implementation support.

Experience/Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: BS or MS in math, computer science, engineering, or a related technical field; Strong problem solving and analytic ability; Fluency in English; Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Domain knowledge in collections and recoveries or 3+ years of financial industry experience. Strong people skills.

Email: tressafowler 'at' fairisaac.com for more info.

Posted 4/11/07: Health Data Analyst

COLORADO FOUNDATION FOR MEDICAL CARE

Position Title: Health Data Analyst
Department: Quality Improvement Services
Description: Position is responsible for analytic duties associated with health improvement projects. Proficient in SAS programming, relational databases (SQL) and statistical analysis.
Requirements: Degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, biostatistics, or related field required (Masters preferred).
Salary Range: $46,716 - $58,406
Status: Full time

Contact the director of the statistical division, Dr. Maureen O'Brien (MOBRIEN@coqio.sdps.org). They are advertising for full-time but may consider part-time. Hours are very flexible.

Posted 2/15/07: Research Associate

Responsible for coordination and implementation of research studies, both within the hospital and on a collaborative basis with other care arganizations. Handles development and implementation of research projects from conception to dissemination in order to study medical, psychosocial, and outcome aspects of spinal cord and head injury.

Essential Responsibilities:
Minimum Job Qualifications: Education - Master's degree and specific training in research methodology, statistics and computer application.
Experience - A minimum of two years' experience in at least three of the following areas:
* Research design
* Statistical analysis
* Computerized data base management
* Spinal cord or head injury clinical research or clinical application
* Quality assurance studies
* Medical record abstracting using diagnostic and operation coding procedures

Requirements:
1. Assists research staff and hospital personnel and takes independent responsibility in developing research protocols, designing appropriate data collection instruments, and implementing scientific methodology for specific studies.
2. Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated project to ensure that goals or objectives of assigned projects are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.
3. Confers with and supervises assistants and interviewers to outline work plan and to assign duties and responsibilities.
4. Prepares status reports for director, administration, and collaborative institutions.
5. Develops and tests data entry and analysis programs using Microsoft Access and SPSS or other appropriate computerized analysis packages in order to ensure accurate analysis potential.
6. Performs data analysis, summarizes, and interprets findings independently and with the assistance and supervision of the Director of Research.
7. Prepares research reports based on findings and literature review.
8. Disseminates information through oral and written presentations.
9. Assists with grant application writing and other assigned writing tasks.
10. Travels and attends relevant conferences as budget and work needs allow.
11. Provides services to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients and adapts the service as needed.
12. All personnel will use hand hygiene upon entering and leaving a patient room; before and after individual patient care procedures, before and after group patient activity, after hands are contaminated with any body fluids, secretions, or excretions.
13. All Craig staff will take responsibility to inform patients, family, and visitors of the importance of hand hygiene in the healthcare and community environment.

Schedule: Full-Time Days

Send Resume To
Susi Szaltzer, RN, BSN, MS
Healthcare Recruiter
Craig Hospital
3425 So. Clarkson St.
Englewood, Co. 80113
Phone: 303-789-8463
Fax: 303-789-8684
Sszaltzer@craighospital.org

Posted 2/15/07: Statistician required for analysis of behavioral data

Modeling of behavioral data using principal components analysis and multiple regression techniques. Master or PhD in statistics or related science. Must know SAS. Knowledge of Matlab a big plus. Strong communication abilities and capacity to work in a team on multiple parallel projects.

Kerry Boehner
KOB Solutions, Inc.
p: 412-833-8710
f: 412-833-8711
kerry@kobsolutions.com
www.kobsolutions.com

Posted 12/18/06: Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships

The SURF NIST Boulder program provides 12-week appointments for outstanding undergraduates to engage in state-of-the-art research with senior scientists and engineers...see surf.boulder.nist.gov.

Posted 11/28/06: Lecturer in Statistics (Multiple Posts)

Statistics Group, Department of Mathematics

The University of Bristol invites applications for permanent lectureships in statistics. We would welcome candidates with research interests in any branch of statistics, broadly interpreted. Academic staff in the 6*-rated Statistics Group are expected and encouraged to carry out research and teaching to an excellent standard. The Department of Mathematics is one of the leading centres for research and teaching in mathematical sciences in the UK, and offers a stimulating and friendly environment with first-rate facilities. The successful candidate will be appointed to the Lecturer B scale according to qualifications and experience, and will be expected to start in September 2007 or a date to be agreed. Interviews will be held during January 2007. In addition to the basic salary, this vacancy may attract a 'golden hello' payment of £9k over three years (or a pro-rata payment for an appointment of less than three years or a part-time appointment) for a candidate who is working towards an Institute for Learning and Teaching in Higher Education recognised teaching award or equivalent and has not previously taught on a regular basis (at lecturer level) at a UK funded Higher Education Institution. Further details can be found at www.bris.ac.uk/personnel/recruitment/goldenhellos.html

Grade: Lecturer Grade B
Salary: £29,716-£38,772
The University is developing a new grade structure that will be applied across most staff groups. All jobs are currently being evaluated and we plan to implement a new structure during the 2006/2007 academic year. Further information is available at www.bris.ac.uk/personnel/reward/

Contact for informal enquiries: Prof G P Nason, g.p.nason@bristol.ac.uk, Tel. 0117 928 8633

Contract: Permanent

Closing date for applications: 9.00 am on 15 December 2006

For further details and application procedures see: http://www.jobs.ac.uk/jobfiles/QF435.html

Posted 11/2/06: Biostatistician

We in the Craig Hospital research department have long-term funding for a half-time biostatistician to work in our newly funded Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) National Data and Statistical Center, which supports research at 16 TBI Model Systems across the country conducting collaborative research, as well as other spinal cord injury and TBI rehabilitation research projects. We would consider either an employment or a consultant relationship.

Contact:
Cindy Harrison-Felix, PhD
Assistant Director of Research
Craig Hospital
3425 South Clarkson Street
Englewood, Colorado 80113
phone: 303-789-8565
fax: 303-789-8441

Posted 11/2/06: Jobs with the National Center for Environmental Assessment:

The following are vacancies in the Office of Research and Development, National Center for Environmental Assessment, Chemical Risk Assessment Branch, in Cincinnati, OH.

Mathematical Statistician, GS-1529-12/13 RTP-DE-2007-0021 and RTP-MP-2007-0013
Mathematical Statistician, GS-1529-14 RTP-DE-2007-0020 and RTP-MP-2007-0014
Mathematical Statistician, GS-1529-15 RTP-DE-2007-0022 and RTP-MP-2007-0015
Statistician, GS-1530-12/13 RTP-DE-2007-0011 and RTP-MP-2007-0010
Statistician, GS-1530-14 RTP-DE-2007-0018 and RTP-MP-2007-0016
Statistician, GS-1530-15 RTP-DE-2007-0019 and RTP-MP-2007-0017

The announcements are open under delegated examining and merit promotion. They are accessible via the Agency's EZhire web site (http://www.epa.gov/ezhire ) and USAJOBS (http://www.usajobs.opm.gov).

Application must be complete by 11/8/06; be sure to follow the instructions, particularly with respect to transcripts which are needed by the HR staff to determine whether minium qualifications are met.

Posted 11/2/06: Statistical Analyst II

Department of Public Health and Environment, Prevention Services Division (PSD) - Injury Epidemiology Program, Class Code: I1B2XX, Job Location: Denver (844), Position Number: 2704, Salary: $4314-6190 per month. FLSA exempt. Although this is the full salary range, new employees are typically appointed at or near the range minimum. Apply By: November 8, 2006, Employment Type: Full-Time

Information About The Job: The dedicated staff at the Department of Public Health and Environment is committed to making Colorado the healthiest place to live. CDPHE is located near RTD bus lines, the Cherry Creek Shopping Center, restaurants and the Cherry Creek bike path. The campus is non-smoking, provides free parking, and offers an on-site lunchroom and professional work environment.

This position is located in the Injury Epidemiology Program in the Prevention Services Division (PSD). This work unit exists to conduct statewide injury surveillance using multiple data sources. Unit staff analyze data to monitor trends over time, identify high risk populations for targeted prevention efforts, monitor the effectiveness of injury prevention strategies, answer research questions, and evaluate the impact of the state trauma system. The Injury Epidemiology Program provides information to injury prevention programs and partners to support the development, implementation and evaluation of interventions to reduce the number and severity of injuries. After completing analysis of the data, the Injury Epidemiology Program disseminates information by preparing reports and special data presentations, and responding to requests for specific analyses. Injury Epidemiology Program staff also serve as consultants to state and national efforts to improve injury surveillance.

Duties: The purpose of this position is to serve as the lead statistical analyst for the Injury Epidemiology Program. This position will work independently to conduct assessments of data quality and completeness prior to analysis of injury data. Analysis methodologies include, but are not limited to, descriptive and inferential statistics. This position will develop and apply methodologies to link large databases such as injury-related death certificates, injury-related hospital discharge data, trauma registry data, traffic accident reports, violent death data, child fatality review data and workers compensation data. This position conducts data analysis for program planning, monitoring and evaluation. This position serves as the key contact person to the injury community for ad hoc injury data requests, and is responsible for providing analysis results as well as an interpretation of the results. This position also writes reports on the findings from data analyses and will assist in preparing manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed scientific journals.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in statistics, statistical analysis, mathematics, economics, demography, research design and methodology, or a related field, AND two (2) years of professional experience in statistical analysis. The experience must have included experience with SAS or other statistical reporting application.

Highly Desirable: In addition to the aforementioned minimum qualifications, education or experience with the principles and practices of epidemiology, program evaluation and experience in public health is desired. Prior experience and familiarity with Microsoft Access and the International Classification of Diseases, 9th and 10th revisions is also preferred. Successful Candidate will also have a thorough working knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods and excellent computer skills.

Substitutions: Work experience demonstrating competencies equivalent to the competencies learned through completion of the required education may substitute for the education. An advanced degrees in statistics or public health may be substituted for the bachelor's degree and ONE year of the required general experience.

NOTE: Colorado Revised Statutes require that all state employees be hired and promoted through competitive examination of merit and fitness. Part or all of the exam for this position will include a review of your application material. In the experience portion of your application, describe the extent that you possess the education, experience and competencies listed in this announcement including under the Highly Desirable heading. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may affect your score. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be notified and invited to the examination for this position, which is scheduled for Friday, November 17, 2006. The top applicants who score highest on the examination will be offered a personal interview with the hiring manager.

How To Apply: You may submit an online application by clicking on the link below or submit a State of Colorado Application for Announced Vacancy and Demographic Information Form to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Human Resources Office, 4300 Cherry Creek Drive South, Denver CO 80246-1530. Please include your current e-mail address on your application, as most correspondence regarding this position will be electronic-based. Properly completing the official Colorado State application will determine inclusion in the pool of qualified candidates. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Postmarks will not be accepted. Your application will be reviewed by an HR Specialist to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this position. If an HR Specialist questions the information provided in your application, your application will be automatically reviewed by a second HR Specialist. If it is determined that you do not meet the minimum requirements, you will not be considered for this position. Application for this position indicates willingness to work in the aforementioned location.

Appeal Rights: As with all processes within the State Personnel system, you have certain appeal rights. Under Colorado State Statute and State Personnel Procedures Chapter 8 you have the right to appeal any step of the selection process, if you find the action taken is arbitrary, capricious or contrary to rule or law. If an informal application rejection resolution is unsuccessful, you may file an appeal request within 10 calendar days from the receipt of the notice informing you of the action. If you believe the content of an examination was arbitrary capricious or contrary to rule or law (scores and ranks are not considered as conduct or content), your appeal must be in writing and received no later than 10 calendar days from the date the examination was administered. Utilizing the Colorado State Personnel Consolidated Appeal/Dispute Form, which can be found at http://www.colorado.gov/dpa/spb/appealdispute.pdf, send appeals to CDPHE and the Colorado State Personnel Director, Attention: Dispute Resolution Process, 1313 Sherman Street, Room 122, Denver, CO 80203. Please include: 1) your name; 2) address and telephone number; 3) the title of this position and the agency responsible for the selection process; 4) the action you are appealing and why you find it to be arbitrary, capricious or contrary to rule or law; 5) the date on the form or letter notifying you of the action; 6) and a specific statement of the relief you are requesting. The above ten-day deadline and appeal procedures apply to all charges of discrimination. To request ADA accommodations in testing for this examination, contact CDPHE Human Resources at (303) 692-2060. The above ten days deadline and appeal procedures apply, as well, to all charges of discrimination. Former employees who have been disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of disciplinary termination are not eligible for re-employment with CDPHE.

YOU MUST BE A RESIDENT OF COLORADO AND CURRENT CDPHE EMPLOYEE TO APPLY. THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Posted 10/18/06: Statistical Assistant

The Clinical Psychology Division is looking for a graduate student to act as a statistical assistant for 5-8 hours a week to conduct analyses using two national surveys, the National Survey of Child and Adolescent Welfare (NSCAW) and the Early Childhood Longitudinal Survey-Birth Cohort (ECLS B). The purpose of this work is to obtain information about rates of developmental disabilities for a national sample of young children and in subgroups composed of impoverished and maltreated children. Please contact Dr. Steven Rosenberg at steven.rosenberg@uchsc.edu or 303-315-0178 if you are interested in the position.

Posted 10/17/06: Part-Time Biostatistician

Part-time biostatistician needed at the NSQIP. The pay would be $20/hr and would vary from 10-30 hours per week (normal business hours) based on applicant's schedule and our needs. We need a US Citizen with at least one year of SAS experience and basic statistics knowledge. The position would be physically located over at Fitzsimmons.

Interested applicants should forward their resume and description of SAS experience to Robbin.Denwood@uchsc.edu.

Posted 9/26/06: Risk Modeler

U.S. Bank is seeking qualified applicants for a Risk Modeler position within Risk/Reward Management to develop, validate, and track statistical models for all lines of business.

In this high-profile role, you will be responsible for developing new statistical models as well as validate and track performance of existing models for key U.S. Bank Retail and Commercial Products. Some of these products include Home Equity, Credit Cards, Unsecured Lines, Automobile Financing, Corporate Cards, Commercial Loans and Commercial Real Estate, Business Credit Cards and Small Business Lending, Leasing and Merchant Processing. You will prepare reports and analysis showing the statistical significance of the model and how it can be used for increased revenue and reduced losses. You will have the opportunity to lead projects and work as part of a team while working on models. This position is highly interactive, allowing direct involvement with other professionals in marketing, risk, operations and collections, as well as information technology. In this role, you will successfully influence these areas and present recommendations to senior management. Deep technical skills and an understanding of modeling methodologies are required. In addition, strong written and verbal communication skills are a must.

A BS in Mathematics, Finance, Economics, Statistics, or related field and 3+ years of experience are required (Advanced degree in relative field with 1+ years experience also acceptable). Prefer applicants with advanced degree (MA, MS, MBA or Ph.D.) in Economics, Math, Finance, or Statistics. Background in statistics and quantitative methods and familiarity with PC spreadsheet, word processing and database applications are important. Prior use of database, statistical software and account management tools such as SQL, SAS, SPSS, Knowledge Studio, FOCUS, or Easytrieve a strong plus. Prior experience in scored credit and account management practices (business or consumer) is also helpful. We look for candidates with the proven ability to work and thrive in a rapid-paced, team-oriented environment; who have the leadership skills to manage projects across multiple functional areas; and who have the drive to meet continual new challenges.

Contact: Samantha Montgomery
Basel Validations Team Lead
US Bank-Riverbank
Retail Credit Risk Management
2751 Shepard Road
St. Paul, MN 55116
Email:samantha.montgomery@usbank.com

Posted 9/26/06: Basel Validations Analyst

U.S. Bank is seeking qualified applicants for a Basel Validations Analyst position within Risk/Reward Management to validate and track Basel models for all lines of business.

In this high-profile role, you will be responsible for validating and tracking performance of existing Basel models for key U.S. Bank Retail and Commercial Products. Some of these products include Home Equity, Credit Cards, Unsecured Lines, Automobile Financing, Corporate Cards, Commercial Loans and Commercial Real Estate, Business Credit Cards and Small Business Lending, Leasing and Merchant Processing. You will prepare reports and analysis showing the statistical significance of the model, as well as validating the development and ongoing use of the model per regulatory standards. You will have the opportunity to lead projects and work as part of a team while working on model validations. This position is highly interactive, allowing direct involvement with other professionals in marketing, risk, operations and collections, as well as information technology. In this role you will successfully influence these areas and present recommendations to senior management. Deep technical skills and an understanding of modeling methodologies are required. In addition, strong written and verbal communication skills are a must.

A BS in Mathematics, Finance, Economics, Statistics, or related field and 3+ years of experience are required (Advanced degree in relative field with 1+ years experience also acceptable). Prefer applicants with advanced degree (MA, MS, MBA or Ph.D.) in Economics, Math, Finance, or Statistics. Background in statistics and quantitative methods and familiarity with PC spreadsheet, word processing and database applications are important. Prior use of database, statistical software and account management tools such as SQL, SAS, SPSS, Knowledge Studio, FOCUS, or Easytrieve a strong plus. Prior experience in scored credit and account management practices (business or consumer) is also helpful. Basel knowledge and experience is preferred. We look for candidates with the proven ability to work and thrive in a rapid-paced, team-oriented environment; who have the leadership skills to manage projects across multiple functional areas; and who have the drive to meet continual new challenges.

Contact: Samantha Montgomery
Basel Validations Team Lead
US Bank-Riverbank
Retail Credit Risk Management
2751 Shepard Road
St. Paul, MN 55116
Email:samantha.montgomery@usbank.com

Posted 9/26/06: Research Assistant Positions - School of Nursing 2006-2007

The salary for RAs has not been finalized but is expected to be $22/hour.

DUTIES/BENEFITS: CNR COMPUTER LAB

RAs usually are assigned to work one day each week in the CNR (9:00 am - 5:00 pm). Duties include (a) orienting new graduate students to the CNR procedures, computers and software; (b) consulting with grad students about research methods and statistics; (c) working on specific faculty projects brought to the CNR; and (d) ensuring that the CNR operates smoothly (e.g. monitoring supplies and computer problems, keeping records, dusting). The benefits of working in the CNR include (a) seminars in research methods/measures designed to complement formal coursework, (b) hands-on experience in doing data entry, and (c) experience doing analyses with quantitative software.

For more information, please contact:
Dr. Paul Cook, CNR Director
UCDHSC School of Nursing, Room 1922
Phone: 303-315-0578
Email: paul.cook@uchsc.edu

Posted 9/20/06: Assistant Actuarial Analyst

We have an outstanding entry level opportunity to become a member of our Actuarial Team. In this position you will assist in providing consultation and clarification on actuarial models and risk issues, analyze available data to determine relationships, trends and issues and participate in the development of business recommendations and analysis of strategies. The candidate will be involved in assisting in the development of rates, rating plans, pricing strategies, reserve programs, financial forecasts and responses to insurance regulators. You will also assist in preparing actuarial analyses to assist in the development of complex actuarial formulations leading to the recommendation of pricing strategies. You will need to enjoy detail and have superior math skills. Also required is a college degree in Mathematics or Statistics or a comparable field.

NATIONAL FARMERS UNION PROPERTY & CASUALTY COMPANY is an all-lines property and casualty insurance company serving predominantly rural America. We have offices located throughout the Midwest and West with our Home Office located in Greenwood Village, Colorado. We provide an excellent working environment offering challenge and a friendly atmosphere.

We Don't Just Service Policies!
Farmers Union Insurance believes in an old fashioned service that seems to be disappearing today, and we have rededicated ourselves to giving our customers the best possible service in all areas: Claims Handling, Policy Processing, and Agent Commitment.

Culture!
Our companies' long history has given our agents and employees a rich heritage of community. We reflect this strong sense of community both externally in our efforts to make our neighborhoods better places to live and internally in the family spirit, which imbues our work.

Our companies reach out and get involved in many ways:

We bring the worthy values of the family farm into our customer relationships by continuously recognizing our strong ties to the National Farmers Union farm organization.
We strive to keep the 'cooperative spirit' alive by offering products specifically designed to meet the insurance needs of cooperatives.
We actively support local and national charities and other worthy causes in their efforts to improve the lives of our neighbors.

We like to think we're more a community than a group of companies, and we are proud of the family spirit that pervades our work and activities!

Benefits!
We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including health, dental, vision, Actuarial study program, educational assistance, matching 401(k), and much more. We also have amenities such as a workout facility, free covered parking and a credit union on site. If you desire to become associated with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment, please submit resume with salary history.

National Farmers Union P&C Co., hr@nfuic.com, 5619 DTC Parkway, Suite 300, Greenwood Village, CO, 80111, 303-338-2508

Posted 9/14/06: Bioinformatics Faculty Positions (3)

College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, University of California, Riverside, 300 College Building North, University of California, Riverside, Riverside, CA, 92521-0127, 951-827-4776 (Voice), 951-827-4437 (Fax)

The College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of California, Riverside invites applications for three new faculty members in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology. Appointments will be made at the ASSISTANT, ASSOCIATE and FULL PROFESSOR levels. Successful candidates will join an innovative and multidisciplinary Institute of Integrative Genome Biology (IIGB) that connects theoretical and experimental researchers from different departments in Life, Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Engineering and various campus based Centers, e.g. the Center for Plant Cell Biology. The Center for Plant Cell Biology and IIGB have a vibrant faculty and excellent state-of-the-art facilities with advanced instrumentation and technical support in genomics, proteomics, microscopy and imaging, and bioinformatics.

Each individual will become a member of a major academic department in his/her area of expertise with opportunities for a secondary appointment in a variety of departments and colleges. Ideal candidates will develop state-of-the-art research on integrative data analysis and interpretation using mathematical and statistical models in biological systems. Such individuals will be catalysts to initiate and strengthen multidisciplinary collaborations addressing fundamental biological questions in model and non-model organisms. The research emphasis should be on integrative approaches, such as systems biology, networks analysis, comparative genomics, computational chemical genomics and structural bioinformatics.

Successful candidates will be expected to establish and maintain vigorous, innovative and collaborative research programs, have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and participate in departmental and interdepartmental graduate programs. Applicants must hold a Ph.D., with a minimum of one year postdoctoral experience or equivalent preferred.

To Apply: Review of applications will begin on December 16, 2006, and will continue until the position is filled. Interested individuals should send: (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a statement of research interests, and (3) letters from three references (Assistant Professor) or names of three references (Associate or Full Professor) to: Sherice Underwood, Department of Botany & Plant Sciences, University of California, Riverside, CA, 92521, or email application materials to: instsearch@ucr.edu

For additional information, visit http://cnas.ucr.edu, http://www.genomics.ucr.edu/ and http://cepceb.ucr.edu/. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In accordance with Federal law, we are making available our Campus Security Report to all prospective employees.

Posted 9/12/06: Entry-Level Statistician

Klein Buendel, Inc., a health communication research group in the Denver West area, is seeking an entry-level Statistician to work with Principal Investigators and Project Managers and perform a variety of basic, intermediate, and advanced statistical and technical activities for the design and analysis of research projects. The research projects address sun safety, tobacco control, and proper nutrition for youth, adults, worksites, schools, and other audiences.

TERMS: Regular; Exempt; Full- or Part-time; Benefits

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Perform a variety of basic, intermediate and advanced statistical and technical activities to support the design of research studies and programs.
* Assist in the collection, compilation and analysis of statistical data needed in support of research programs at Klein Buendel, Inc.
* Work as a member of one or more research teams at Klein Buendel, Inc.
* Provide statistical input in the design, execution and analysis of scientifically conducted studies.
* Develop operational procedures for the collection, editing, verification and management of statistical data.
* Operate computer hardware and statistical analysis software to manage and analyze data.
* Perform statistical analyses for a broad spectrum of types of data and studies.
* Collaborate with and occasionally supervise Klein Buendel staff engaged in gathering, verifying and preparing data for analysis.

MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Master's degree in statistics or biostatistics or bachelor's degree with two years related experience is required. Familiarity with SAS and/or SPSS or other common statistical software used in statistics or biostatistics is also required. Experience working with behavioral and/or health communication research projects or disease prevention research is highly desired. Familiarity with mixed models/group-randomized trials and experience with moderate to large databases with data compiled from several sources is also desired.

Email resumes to hr@kleinbuendel.com.

EOE-Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Posted 9/7/06: Postdoctoral Position in Organizational Knowledge Modeling

Los Alamos National Laboratory

The successful applicant will join the Computer, Computational, and Statistical Sciences Division of the Los Alamos National Laboratory working on a project aimed at investigating the use of knowledge representations and semantic interoperability technologies within organizations with hybrid structures. The project will involve the representation of multiple organizations with distinct knowledge models but a common tasking structure, and use simple agents to measure constraints on semantic coherence, information flow, and tasking ability. Emphasis will be placed on the formal and logical properties of such hybrid systems.

REQUIRED SKILLS: PhD in Computer Science or appropriate similar field, earned within the last five years or soon to be earned. Research background in knowledge representation and/or social or agent modeling. Ability to obtain a DOE "Q" clearance, which normally requires U.S. citizenship.

DESIRED SKILLS: Familiarity with formal semantics and modern knowledge representation and ontology technology (e.g. Semantic Web, RDF, OWL, semantic networks, Protege). Exposure to computational agent-based social or organizational modeling systems. Background in social and organizational modeling theory, especially formal or discrete mathematical approaches. Education in discrete mathematics and combinatorial algorithms, specifically for lattice and graph isomorphisms, and especially in relation to formal logic.

DETAILS: Go to http://www.hr.lanl.gov/JobListing/Search.aspx and then enter the Job #, 213513, as a keyword to search for. Direct any questions or resumes to Cliff Joslyn, joslyn@lanl.gov, 505-667-9096.

LANL postdoctoral positions are superb opportunities for research and career advancement, generally paying over $70K/yr, with full benefits. This position is funded to provide freedom to pursue independent research in the problem area for a period of two years. The candidate will be fully integrated into the range of activities carried out in the Knowledge and Information Systems Science research team and elsewhere in the Laboratory.

Posted 7/31/06: Postdoctoral Fellowship

Department of Preventive Medicine and Biometrics
Biostatistics and Informatics Section
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Denver, Colorado

The Biostatistics and Informatics Section of the Department of Preventive Medicine and Biometrics at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center at Denver has an opening for a postdoctoral position. The scope of the fellowship is to develop and apply new statistical methods as part of the University of Colorado Cancer Center's program in developmental therapeutics. The focus will be on experiments directed at discovering characteristics of cells that affect the acquisition or maintenance of malignant growth. A PhD in biostatistics, statistics, or related quantitative fields is required. Good communication skills are a necessity. Candidates with expertise in stochastic processes, spatial statistics, or molecular/cancer biology are encouraged to apply.

To inquire about the position, contact: Dr. Steven Mark, Professor of Biostatistics, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center at Denver: steven.mark@uchsc.edu.

To apply, email a letter of interest, CV, and three letters of references to debra.becker@uchsc.edu.

The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Posted 7/31/06: Data Analyst

The Eastern Colorado VA's Center for Research to Improve Care Coordination (CRICC), is seeking a qualified individual to assist with data acquisition, management, and analysis. The ideal candidate will have experience in: SAS, STATA and mainframe computer (JCL) programming, multivariate statistical analyses, working with VA secondary data, and interest in health services research. CRICC is seeking to expand its capacity to conduct high-quality research using both primary and secondary data sources. The data analyst will work closely with senior staff at the CRICC, including physicians (MD), health services researchers (PhD), and nurse researchers (PhD).

Duties will include, but will not be limited to:
1. Downloading files from the VA mainframe computer system
2. Acquiring data files and from other VA and non-VA sources
3. Merging, cleaning, and verifying adequacy of data files
4. Statistical analysis of data files
5. IT support for CRICC in coordination with the IRMS and Research IT staff.

Qualified individuals should send, fax or email a resume and two references to:

Sheryl Hartmann, Program Coordinator, Denver VAMC TREP, 1055 Clermont, MS 151, Denver, CO 80220, Fax 303-370-7577, sheryl.hartman@va.gov

Posted 7/26/06: Risk and Decision Analyst/Scientist I/II, Environmental Technology Directorate, Health Effects & Risk Sciences Division, Risk and Decision Sciences Group

Description: Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is seeking highly-qualified entry-level candidates with expertise in decision and project risk analysis to participate in multidisciplinary teams of scientists and engineers in identifying, analyzing, and implementing solutions to problems in homeland security, defense, environment, and energy. The incumbent will have the ability to apply risk, decision, and system analysis skills to a diverse range of programs including threat analysis, emergency response, environmental cleanup, energy infrastructure planning, resource allocation, and policy analysis. These skills will be used to manage small tasks, and to support analysis and system integration in larger, more complex programs. Only recent (or soon to be) college graduates having demonstrated advanced study of statistics, probability theory, and Monte Carlo simulation need apply.

The successful candidate will have a broad range of skills and familiarity with associated state-of-the-art tools in several of the following areas:
" Project/investment risk analysis
" Probabilistic/uncertainty/statistical modeling
" Monte Carlo simulation
" Economic analysis
" Multiattribute utility analysis
" System engineering and analysis
" Decision analysis
" Sensitivity analysis

The successful candidate should also have a working knowledge of standard desktop software, including Excel, Word, and Powerpoint.

The incumbent will generally work with the guidance of more senior scientists and engineers. A critical part of the position in addition to high-quality support for customers is ability to quickly and effectively develop and improve skills and abilities (technical, project management, and business development) that will lead to additional responsibilities and promotion. The incumbent will be required to prepare technical reports and presentations for customers and peers. Publication of research and participation in professional activities is encouraged.

Education:
Scientist I: MS preferred
Scientist II: MS with 2 years experience; PhD preferred

Minimum Requirements:
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance is required.
Scientist I: BS with advanced study of statistics, probability theory, and Monte Carlo simulation.
Scientist II: BS with advanced study of statistics, probability theory, Monte Carlo simulation, and 2-3 years experience; or MS with 0-2 years experience; or PhD with 0 years experience.

Additional desirable qualifications:
" Ability to work independently and with multi-disciplinary teams in either leadership or support roles
" Effective oral and written communication skills
" Demonstrated research and analysis in broad range of substantive technical areas
" Broad range of quantitative analysis skills
" Demonstrated interest in and ability to develop new technical skills

Equal Employment Opportunity: Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or sexual orientation.

If you have an interest in this position, please apply at www.jobs.pnl.gov, reference 112207.

About PNNL: Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (www.pnl.gov) is one of nine U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) multi-program national laboratories. Operated by Battelle (www.battelle.org), PNNL has approximately 4,200 employees and a business volume of $725 million. Also managed by the DOE Office of Science, PNNL performs work for many DOE offices, private industry, as well as other government agencies and industries. Since 1965, PNNL has received a total of 1,383 U.S. and foreign patents, 67 R&D 100 Awards, 62 Federal Laboratory Consortium (FLC) Awards, 5 E.O. Lawrence Awards, 4 Discover Magazine Awards and 1 Coblentz award. PNNL is located in Richland, WA (www.visittri-cities.com).

Posted 7/26/06: Statistical Programmer/Bioinformatics

Area(s) of expertise desired: Bioinformatics, Database Development, R Description: Accelr8 Technology Corporation is seeking an exceptional statistical programmer to assist with the development of our high throughput bacterial analysis system intended for research and clinical microbiology applications. The candidate will implement statistical methods for the analysis of bacterial populations supporting the Accelr8 research program and diagnostic product development. The work will be in collaboration with and in support of staff scientists encompassing software development and analysis of data from novel individual cell based assays and other high-throughput assays.

Accelr8 is a small, fast moving company developing instrumentation to perform rapid bacterial identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing. The candidate will become a part of an energetic science and engineering team focused on the commercialization of Accelr8�s proprietary instrument. The position offers substantial growth potential for the right candidate.

Requirements: The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter with experience in any or all of the following areas: experience in biology, genetics, bio-statistics, data reduction and analysis, bioinformatics or related field is required.

Proficiency in the R statistical package as well as software design for a high level programming language such as Java is preferred, although relevant experience will be considered for candidates at all levels (B.S., M.S.). Relevant experience and demonstrated performance will be the main criteria for evaluation. Experience or familiarity with clinical data and database development in a Windows environment is highly desirable. Experience with image analysis is also a plus. The candidate must be highly motivated, resourceful and enthusiastic.

Resumes should be sent to Steve Metzger at smetzger@accelr8.com.

Posted 5/3/06: Director of Machine Learning

My client seeks a Director of Machine Learning to lead the machine learning and bioinformatics efforts on its proprietary, high-throughput in vivo drug discovery system.

The ideal candidate will perform the following responsibilities: Apply machine learning, data mining, and bioinformatics to drug discovery system. Devise a method for lead optimization driven by in vivo testing. Work on an interdisciplinary team of scientists to develop the drug discovery pipeline.

Requirements: PhD and 5-10 years experience applying machine learning methods to biological problems in the pharmaceutical industry. Solid understanding of statistics, excellent programming skills, and the ability to develop new data mining methods. Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills for interaction with clients & management.

Please contact Kerry Boehner of KOB Solutions, Inc. at 412-833-8710 or via email at kerry@kobsolutions.com

Posted 5/3/06: Machine Learning Scientist

My client seeks a Machine Learning Scientist to assist with the machine learning and bioinformatics efforts on its proprietary, high-throughput in vivo drug discovery system.

Requirements: PhD and experience applying machine learning methods to biological problems in the pharmaceutical industry. Solid understanding of statistics, excellent programming skills, and the ability to develop new data mining methods. Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills for interaction with clients & management.

Please contact Kerry Boehner of KOB Solutions, Inc. at 412-833-8710 or via email at kerry@kobsolutions.com

Posted 4/24/06: Biostatistician

The National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Denver, CO is recruiting for a biostatistician. Our program collects data on patient risk factors and outcomes of surgical procedures nationwide in the VA system and feeds back the information to surgeons to help them improve their practices.

The applicant will plan and conduct statistical analyses for quality improvement research, conduct descriptive and graphical analyses, and summarize data for reports to surgeons, nurses, and VA administration as well as for manuscripts and grants. Qualifications include a master's degree or PhD in biostatistics.

Salary will be based on education and experience. The VA offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes 10 paid holidays, health insurance, retirement, periodic pay increases, cost of living increases, and vacation. Please send a resume to: robbin.denwood@uchsc.edu or fax 303-724-1577; phone 303-724-1237.

Posted 3/30/06: Consulting Center Manager

The Department of Statistics at the University of Georgia invites applications for the position of Consulting Center Manager, starting August 2006. Applicants must possess a Ph.D. degree in Statistics or a closely related field, and would be hired at the rank of Academic Professional. Duty is management of the UGA Statistical Consulting Center, including supervision of graduate student consultants, provision of statistical advice and reports for on-campus clients, participation in grant and contract proposal writing, and the teaching of one graduate course (Supervised Statistical Consulting) each semester. This is a 12-month full-time position; salary is commensurate with academic statistical consulting experience, and is subject to availability of funds. Send an application letter, curriculum vitae, transcript, a statement summarizing consulting experience, and three letters of reference to:

Consulting Manager Search Committee
Department of Statistics
University of Georgia
Athens, GA 30602-1952

Applications received by May 15, 2006 will be assured consideration. For more information about the department and the university, please Visit our web-site at http://www.stat.uga.edu/. Any inquiries should be sent to stat@stat.uga.edu.

The University of Georgia, an AA/EEO institution, is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages applications from individuals in under-represented groups.

Posted 3/30/06: CONTRACTING/CONSULTING PROJECT FOR AN EXPERIENCED MEDICAL STATISTICIAN

Looking for a medical statistician in the Denver Metro area to work as part of a team to prepare a final report for a medical device study. The project will involve evaluation of study design, review and analysis of data, and preparation of tables/graphics and statistical summary for the study report. Requirements include consulting experience (5-10 years+), experience with medical device studies, and flexible schedule with ability to work on site if necessary. Contact M.E. Ford, MD, MPH, by phone (303-830-1816 10 am - 6 pm MT) or e-mail (meford3@verizon.net) for further information.

Posted 3/9/06: BIOINFORMATICS POSTDOC POSITION AVAILABLE AT UCSD

Wanted: outstanding candidates for a bioinformatics postdoctoral position in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). The start date can be any time in spring or summer 2006. The position is open to candidates of all nationalities.

What is the project?
This is a new four-year project funded by NIH through an R01 grant to PI Prof. Milton H. Saier, with Prof. Charles Elkan as co-PI. The goal of the project is to automate the future development of a database of over 3000 membrane transport proteins known as TCDB. For information on TCSDB see http://www.tcdb.org/ and Saier MH Jr, Tran CV, Barabote RD. "TCDB: the Transporter Classification Database for membrane transport protein analyses and information." Nucleic Acids Res. 2006 Jan 1;34:D181-6. available at http://nar.oxfordjournals.org/cgi/content/full/34/suppl_1/D181 The focus of the project is to use text classification methods to identify automatically new articles that contain data that should be entered into TCDB, and then to use information extraction algorithms to extract specific facts. The person hired will be encouraged to do independent research also.

Who should apply?
Researchers holding a Ph.D. in computer science or bioinformatics who can do independent research in information extraction and text mining from scientific articles

Essential:
- Able to design and implement practical algorithms for text processing
- Able to first-author high-quality conference and journal papers

Desirable:
- Knowledge of machine learning methods applied to bioinformatics
- Knowledge of cellular and molecular biology
- Experience with robust, scalable, web-based software development

How to apply: Send a CV as soon as possible to Prof. Elkan at elkan@cs.ucsd.edu. Leading candidates will be asked to arrange for letters of recommendation to be sent also.

About UCSD: UCSD is an equal-opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and benefits. The UCSD campus is located in one of the most scenic parts of southern California, with one of the best climates in the world, and with dozens of biotechnology and biomedical companies and research centers within a few miles.

The computer science department at UCSD is one of the top-ranked places in the world for bioinformatics research. Computational biology faculty include Profs. Pavel Pevzner, Vineet Bafna, and Eleazar Eskin. Machine learning faculty include Profs. Yoav Freund, Lawrence Saul, Sanjoy Dasgupta, and Gary Cottrell.

Posted 2/2/06: Ph.D. Summer Internship in Statistics, The Procter & Gamble Company

The Statistical Quality Control Section within the Biometrics and Statistical Sciences Department at Procter & Gamble is seeking a Ph.D. student in Statistics for a 10 to 12 week summer internship appointment. The intern will work closely with statisticians supporting projects within the Health Care, Household Care and Beauty Care business units on topics related to experimental design, robust parameter design, response surface methodology, statistical process control, risk assessment and reliability engineering. The position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Established in 1837, The Procter & Gamble Company began as a small, family operated soap and candle company in Cincinnati, Ohio. Today, P&G markets almost 300 products to more than five billion consumers in 140 countries. We are located at the Procter & Gamble Mason Business Center in Mason, Ohio, 15 miles from downtown Cincinnati.

Contact Information
William A. Brenneman, Ph.D.
Biometrics and Statistical Sciences Department
The Procter & Gamble Company
8700 Mason-Montgomery Road
Mason, OH 45040
Phone: (513) 622-3195
Fax: (513) 277-7528
Email: brenneman.wa@pg.com

Posted 1/30/06: DATA CONSULTANT: (Job Family: Information Technology)

Work Location: Kaiser Permanente, 393 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91188

Position Type: Full-Time Regular

Qualifications: Education/Licensure/Certification: Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Statistics or Biostatistics

Qualifications: Three to five years programming in SAS required. Experience with SQL, macros, AF, and SASGRAPH, PROC Report and statistical procedures in SAS preferred. Experience with analytical related analytical consulting experience, healthcare experience preferred. Broad familiarity with medical practices, especially population management and process and outcomes measurement. Project management experience strongly preferred. Experience with MVS/TSO operating systems required. Knowledge of JCL strongly preferred. Microsoft Office skills required. Very strong analytic and critical thinking skills, writing skills, communication skills, consulting skills, and ability to work within a team. Ability to express complex analytical and technical information to senior management or to audiences with clinical training. Must be an independent self starter. Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

Preferred Qualifications: Three (3) or more years complex data analysis experience. Two (2) or more years statistical consultation experience. Cancer research or HIV research experience. Strong math background. Supervision.

Duties: Perform and provide consultation on a variety of complex biostatistical and technical activities and for the design, analysis and interpretation of statistical data. May supervise and provide training for lower level statisticians. 1. Perform a variety of complex statistical analyses for the design, analysis and interpretation of statistical data in a research program based in a large HMO. 2. Prepare reports that summarize the analysis of research data, interpret the findings and provide conclusions and recommendations. 3. Evaluate research studies and provide statistical consultation required in the design, conduct and analysis of major scientific research studies. Recommend appropriate statistical procedures, including, but not limited to, hypothesis tests, regression models and multivariate analysis to analyze the data. 4. Provide input and oversight for efficiently extracting, organizing and implementing computerized research databases. Operate computer hardware and statistical analysis software to manage and analyze data. 5. Participate in the preparation of manuscripts that are submitted for peer review publication. 6. May supervise the work of lower level statisticians and provide training for lower level or less experienced employees engaged in the collection, tabulation and analysis of statistical research data. 7. Perform other related duties as directed.

How to apply: Kaiser Permanente offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, submit your resume online at jobs.kaiserpermanente.org and reference job number WC.0503341or fax your resume, attention Jan Akins, to: (626) 405-6383. Principals only. EOE/AA Employer

Posted 1/30/06: SR CONSULTING DATA ANALYST (Job Family: Information Technology)

Work Location: Kaiser Permanente, 393 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91188

Position Type: Full-Time Regular

Qualifications: Education/Licensure/Certification: Master's degree in Statistics or Biostatistics

Qualifications: 1.Three years programming in SAS required. Experience with SQL, macros, AF, and SASGRAPH, PROC Report and statistical procedures in SAS preferred. 2.Experience with analytical manipulation and interpretation of large databases required. 3.Typically two or more years of related analytical consulting experience, healthcare experience preferred. Broad familiarity with medical practices, especially population management and process and outcomes measurement. Project management experience preferred. 4.Experience with MVS/TSO operating systems preferred; if not, experience with another mainframe operating system required. Knowledge of JCL strongly preferred. Microsoft Office skills required. 5.Strong analytic and critical thinking skills, writing skills, communication skills, consulting skills, and ability to work within a team. Ability to express complex analytical and technical information to senior management or to audiences with clinical training. Must be an independent self starter. Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

Preferred Qualifications: Three years advanced data analysis experience. Cancer or HIV experience. Advance statistical methods but not limited to, hypothesis tests, regression models and multivariate analysis. Statistical reporting. Strong math background. Duties: Perform a variety of intermediate and advanced statistical and technical activities for the design of academic research studies and for the collection, compilation and analysis of statistical data. 1. Perform a variety of intermediate and advanced statistical and technical activities for the design of research studies and for the collection, compilation and analysis of statistical data in a research program based in a large HMO. 2. Prepare reports that summarize the analysis of research data, interpret the findings and provide conclusions and recommendations. 3. Provide input and develop operational procedures for the collection, editing, verification and management of research data. Operate computer hardware and statistical analysis software to manage and analyze data. 4. Work as a member of a research/study team. Provide statistical input in the design, execution and analysis of scientifically conducted studies. 5. Provide oral presentations of statistical or technical scientific information to inform and report on the progress of research studies. 6. Participate in the preparation of manuscripts that are submitted for peer view publication. 7. May provide supervision for lower level or less experienced employees engaged in the collection, tabulation and statistical analysis of data. 8. Perform other related duties as directed.

How to apply: Kaiser Permanente offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, submit your resume online at jobs.kaiserpermanente.org and reference job number WC.0503340 or fax your resume, attention Jan Akins, to: (626) 405-6383. Principals only. EOE/AA Employer

Posted 1/25/06: BIOSTATISTICIAN

While formally employed by a contractor (SAIC), the job would involve working with members of the Biostatistics Research Branch (BRB) at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) at the National Institutes of Health. A main role would be to help analyze immune response to vaccine candidates for SARS, Ebola, HIV, etc. developed at the Vaccine Research Center at NIAID under close supervision by a member of the BRB. Additional responsibilities would include analysis of small data sets under the supervision of PhD level staff members. Details are provided in the attached job description.

Listed below is the link to the SAIC-Frederick, Inc. website for information on the Biostatistician I position and instructions on how to apply online. Please log in thru this link, then click on "Click here to search our current openings!" (center of page), then click "View opportunities with the Clinical Monitoring Research Program" (under picture on right) and the Biostatistician job description is listed at the top. All applicants must apply online for this position.

http://saic.ncifcrf.gov/

Posted 1/25/06: STATISTICAL/DATA ANALYSIS MANAGER, NVITAL

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) have identified the need for a state of the art Vaccine Immune T-Cell and Antibody Laboratory (NVITAL). This facility managed and operated by the Henry M. Jackson Foundation under an existing Inter-Agency Agreement, will provide state of the art immunogenicity testing for NIAID sponsored vaccine trials. Currently HJF is seeking applicants for the position of Statistical/Data Analysis Manager, NVITAL.

The Statistical/Data Analysis Manager will design, institute and perform statistical and data analysis support for all aspects of NVITAL operations inclusive of immunogenicity testing laboratories, reagent manufacturing, and quality assurance. As an expert in statistical/data analysis the manager will provide support following the current industry and regulatory body guidelines for Good Laboratory Practices for data evaluations. The manager will also act as the supervisor for future expansion of the department. The incumbent will perform evaluation of end point immunogenicity data for licensure track vaccine candidates; in addition will support atypical results investigations, analytical method validations, and others as needed. The incumbent will also serve as a liaison with statistical support groups for NVITAL study sponsors.

Qualifications for a successful candidate include a minimum of: 8 years of experience at the BS level; or alternatively 3 years at the MS level. A minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in statistical support within a scientific environment, preferable in the support of GLP testing laboratories. This experience shall include method validations, experimental design, and atypical result investigations.

In addition, the successful candidate will have extensive experience with SAS, JMP or other statistical software. The candidate will need to have a working knowledge of current regulatory guidelines for GLP requirements as they relate to data and statistical evaluations. The candidate will have to evaluate alternative approaches to derive and institute best practices. The candidate will have demonstrated ability to interact effectively with a scientific staff, and have the ability to supervise subordinates. A successful candidate will have good communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize projects efficiently.

To Apply: More complete details of the position and submission of resumes on line are via the Henry M Jackson Foundation web site: www.hjf.org/careers (job code 201305). Alternatively, resumes and cover letters can be emailed to careers@hjf.org or faxed to 240-314-7334.

Posted 1/19/06: Sr. Biostatistician

Sr. Biostatistician -- Job #9127
Location: Kansas City, MO
Relocation: If Necessary

Description: Quintiles has an opening in our Kansas City Office for a Biostatistician II. This position will participate as lead biostatistician on single or multi-protocol projects and/or team biostatistician on large or multi-protocol projects, providing the following functions: Review of case report forms; Develop analysis plans, AROs, and table shells; Coordinate with Medical Operations team members in development of Annotated Report Outlines (ARO); Develop and specify analysis files, tables, and figures, both for individual studies and in preparation of major regulatory documents, such as, IND, NDA, BLA and PMA; review output and reviews tables; Coordinate activities between BIOS, SPS, and RDQC on carrying out specified analysis; Interpret analyses and write statistical and/or joint clinical and statistical study reports; Interact with staff from other operational groups, e.g., clinical, medical, data management; Interact with clients on projects; participates in client meetings; Conduct statistical analysis utilizing SAS and other statistical software packages; May serve as Project Manager as needed on a small Statistical Operations Project

Where deemed necessary or appropriate, the biostatistician may also serve the role of statistical programmer, in addition to biostatistician, on projects. In this role, the biostatistician would perform standard statistical programming activities including file conversions and transfer, creation of analysis data sets, and production of tables, graphs and listings.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent written and oral communication skills including technical writing skills; excellent attention and accuracy to detail; familiarity with moderately complex statistical methods that apply to Phase I-IV clinical trials; strong organizational skills; familiarity with PC and VAX computing systems; strong working knowledge of SAS; familiarity with other packages, e.g., S+, SUDAAN, StatXact; ability to solve moderately complex problems (identify, propose & implement solutions); strong individual initiative and commitment to teamwork and quality; ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and projects, provide and accept direction of lead team members

Requirements: Ph.D. degree in Statistics or Biostatistics or M.S. degree in Statistics or Biostatistics and 2 years relevant statistical experience or B.S. degree in Statistics or Biostatistics and 4 years statistical experience in the clinical trials environment; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Contact Information: For fastest consideration we encourage you to submit using our online cv entry form. If you are unable to email your cv, please click here to obtain additional contact information for the Quintiles location of interest: http://www.quintiles.com/corporate_info/locations

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