Biostatistician

Do you want to contribute to developing the conditions for clinical research – and make a real difference in how clinical studies are planned and conducted? As a biostatistician at the Clinical Research Support Unit, you will work closely with researchers and research-supporting functions within Region Östergötland and Linköping University. The role involves providing statistical expertise to individual projects and contributing to the development of working methods and structures for clinical studies. We are in a development phase where research support is being strengthened and shaped for the future – here you have the opportunity to participate and influence, build and develop, in line with the region's mission to create conditions for evidence-based care and research. Our Offer Forward for life. Region Östergötland has high ambitions and a responsible mission. It's about health and care, about our region's development and about the people who live and work here. We want to continue being at the forefront, with care, research, and education. It's about daring to think new – and having the best colleagues. That's why we offer unique opportunities for further learning and invest in modern environments with effective systems and tools. Many of us meet patients and their relatives, others create the conditions for vital interventions. With us, fantastic people work toward the same goal – to make a real difference and move forward for life. Please read about your benefits with us, where you will also find information about provisions regarding salary and compensation. Job Description In this role, you will provide biostatistical support and data management in close collaboration with researchers and other research-supporting functions. You will often be involved in projects through several phases – from planning and study design to analysis, interpretation, and publication. The work involves both advising on and conducting statistical analyses, depending on the projects' needs. Work is done in a team, where you together with colleagues contribute to comprehensive support in planning and conducting clinical studies. You will, among other things: Contribute to the planning and design of research studies Provide advice on statistical methods and analysis strategies Interpret and communicate results from statistical analyses Participate in training sessions and seminars on statistics and study design Support work with data from, for example, quality registers and other health data Contribute to developing overall statistical support for clinical studies Work Group At the Clinical Research Support Unit, 17 colleagues work with specialist expertise in various aspects of clinical research and research support. Work is conducted in close collaboration, both within the unit and with other functions within Region Östergötland and Linköping University. The team has expertise in, among other things, study design, regulatory advice, monitoring, data management, and budgeting and contracting related to clinical studies. Together, this creates the conditions for comprehensive support to researchers throughout the research process. About You We are looking for someone with education in biostatistics, statistics, mathematical statistics, or an equivalent field. You have solid knowledge of programming and experience with statistical software, such as SPSS, R, Stata, or similar. Experience with clinical studies, such as clinical trials, epidemiological studies, observational studies, and registry-based research, is a merit. The work often takes place in national and international settings, which means you need to have good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written. For you to thrive and fit in with us, your personal qualities are important. We work closely together and need good communication to successfully accomplish the tasks we encounter in our daily work. Therefore, this position suits you if you enjoy collaboration and are attentive and communicative in your interactions with colleagues, researchers, and other collaborating parties. Application and Employment Prior to employment in patient-related work within Region Östergötland, you will be asked to complete a health declaration. We warmly welcome your application! If you need help registering in the system, please contact Customer Support Services at 010-103 60 00 during office hours. To staffing, placement, and recruitment companies and to you who are sales representatives: We kindly but firmly decline direct contact from staffing, placement, and recruitment companies as well as other external parties and sellers of additional job announcements. Region Östergötland has procurement agreements.

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