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Biostatistician I

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN

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Compensation
$66K/yr
Location
Austin, TX
Work Authorization
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Job overview

The Biostatistician I supports translational cancer research by designing and implementing statistical studies, analyzing genomic, molecular, and clinical data, and developing reproducible workflows. The role collaborates with faculty, clinicians, and computational researchers, contributes statistical outputs for manuscripts and grants, and follows human-subjects and genomic-data requirements. A master's degree in statistics, biostatistics, or a closely related field is required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience with major coursework in statistics.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Statistical AnalysisSample Size EstimationMethodology SelectionData AnalysisRPythonSASSQLStataSPSSData VisualizationReproducible ResearchVersion ControlGitInterdisciplinary CollaborationAttention to DetailProblem Solving

Qualifications

Master's in Statistics or Biostatistics or Related Field or Equivalent Education and ExperienceMajor Coursework in StatisticsTwo Statistical Software PackagesClinical, Molecular, or Genomic Data AnalysisCancer Research or Translational Pipelines or Multi-Omics AnalysisAnalytic Workflows, Manuscripts, or Grant Submissions

Full job description

Designs and Implements Statistical StudiesAssists in developing statistical analysis plans for translational cancer research studies.Supports sample size estimations, methodology selection, and workflow design for molecular and clinical datasets.Applies standard statistical techniques to multi-omnics, genomic, and clinical outcome data.Ensures statistical approaches align with regulatory and research rigor expectations.Analyzes and Interprets DataPerforms statistical analyses of cancer genomics, molecular profiling, and clinical datasets using R, Python, SAS, or similar tools.Validates data integrity and reproduces results using documented analytic workflows.Interprets analytic outputs with guidance from senior statisticians and faculty.Prepares statistical summaries, tables, and figures of manuscripts, grants, and reports.Collaborates with Cross-Functional Teams Works with faculty, clinicians, and computational researchers to interpret statistical results and refine analyses.Participates in study meetings and contributes to data-driven decision-making.Supports protocol development, data requests, and integration of molecular and clinical datasets.Manages Data Systems and Tools Maintains, cleans, and curates research databases containing molecular, genomic, and clinical data.Creates reproducible workflows and basic data visualizations.Integrates datasets from public domain sources, institutional repositories, and structured internal pipelines.Documents all data preparation steps to ensure scientific rigor.Supports Regulatory and Ethical Compliance Follows HIPAA, IRB protocols, and institutional guidelines for human subjects research and genomic data handling.Ensures secure and ethnical management of patient-derived molecular data.Participates in audits or compliance reviews when required.Contributes to Scientific Communication Develops tables, figures, and code-generated outputs for manuscripts, conference presentations, progress reports, and grant applications.Supports drafting components of statistical or computational methods section.Other related duties as assigned. MARGINAL OR PERIODIC FUNCTIONS:Adheres to internal controls, reporting structure, and departmental requirements.Performs other related duties as assigned.KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESAnalytical SkillsAble to analyze large, complex genomic, molecular, and clinical datasets and derive meaningful insights. Skilled: Analyzes complex data sets to derive meaningful insights.Technical ExpertiseProficient in R, Python, SAS, SQL, or comparable tools for statistical and computational analysis.Familiar with data visualization, reproducible research practices, and version control tools (e.g., Git).CollaborationWorks effectively with interdisciplinary scientific and clinical teams.Attention to DetailEnsures accuracy and reproducibility in data processing, statsitical modeling, and documentation.Problem SolvingIdenitifies statistical challenges, recommends solutions, and contributes to refinement of analytic workfows.EDUCATION and EXPERIENCEMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Master's Degree in Statistics or Biostatistics or a closely related field; orEquivalent combination of education and experience with major coursework in statistics.Proficiency in at least two statistical software packages such as SAS, R, Stata, or SPSS. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience with clinical, molecular, or genomic data analysis in a biomedical research environment.Familiarity with cancer research, translational pipelines, or multi-omiics analysis.Experience developing analytic workflows, supporting manuscripts, or contributing to grant submissions.Salary Range$66,229+ depending on qualificationsWORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENTMay work around standard office conditions.Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.Required MaterialsResume/CV3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisorLetter of interestImportantfor applicants who are NOT current university mployees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

How this job compares

Set against the 4,869 open Data Analyst jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$66K/yr
  • Texas median$85–144K/yr147 salary ranges
  • US median$90–134K/yr3,076 salary ranges

This rate, $66K, is 46% below the Texas median midpoint ($122K) — in the lowest quarter of Data Analyst salary ranges in Texas.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 315 open Data Analyst jobs in Texas and 4,869 across the US. 6% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Data Analyst postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (3,620 postings).
Education
2,235 of the 4,869 open Data Analyst jobs (46%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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