BIOSTATISTICS FACULTY, CLINICAL TRIALS
Department: Biostatistics
Salary: Commensurate
Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.
Position Details:
The University of Iowa Department of Biostatistics seeks a senior biostatistician to take on a leadership role in the Clinical Trials Statistical and Data Management Center (CTSDMC). The mission of this Center is to facilitate innovative multi-center clinical trials. It coordinates design, analysis and data management for NIH sponsored multi-center trials. The successful candidate will be appointed as a senior faculty member in the Department of Biostatistics of The University of Iowa College of Public Health. Established in 1989, the CTSDMC is now the data coordinating center (DCC) for an NIH-funded network, and several NIH funded multi-center trials. The current staff of 30 includes biostatisticians, database programmers, research assistants and project managers with a broad range of statistical, clinical, technical and regulatory expertise.
The CTSDMC is currently directed by Dr. William R. Clarke. This position is for a suitably qualified individual to serve as Co-Director. This individual will provide leadership and vision for the CTSDMC, be responsible for development of infrastructure and collaborate with clinician-scientists to identify ideas for sponsored research, and on the submission of applications for funding. The position will also include teaching in the Biostatistics Department and participation in the Biostatistics graduate programs. Competitive salary and start-up support are available.
The University of Iowa is one of the top research universities in the US with outstanding Schools of Medicine and Public Health. Close collaborations exist between the faculty of the Department of Biostatistics and the Carver College of Medicine. The Department of Biostatistics has a successful graduate program leading to MS and PhD degrees. The University of Iowa is located in Iowa City, Iowa. The Iowa City area community includes Coralville and other small towns with a total population of approximately 100,000. Iowa City and the University provide and attract a wide variety of cultural and other opportunities. Additional information is available at http://www.uiowa.edu/facts/index.html, http://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/biostat/ and http://ctsdmc.public-health.uiowa.edu/home.asp. Initial screening of applicants will begin December 1, 2008. The search committee will continue to screen applicants until the position is filled. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Background checks(criminal history, child/dependent adult sexual abuse) will be conducted on final candidates for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics. Background checks may also be conducted for other positions.
