Save the Children is conducting clinical research, evaluation and product development. The Technology Accelerator unit Data Analyst/Biostatistician will serve a pivotal role in implementing and managing research and product development around global health technologies, including diagnostics/prognostics, devices, digital tools, drugs and vaccines. The Data Analyst/Biostatistician will perform simple and complicated data analyses, provide statistical support and expertise, and provide program management and tactical technical guidance for multiple projects at the same time. Under the guidance of the Senior Director, this position is responsible for ensuring our sustained global technical leadership role in clinical research, evaluation and product development.
As part of the Technology Accelerator unit at Save the Children, this position is intended to provide specialized clinical research expertise. The Data Analyst/Biostatistician will assist in the leadership of activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical trials. Under supervision of the Senior Director, the Data Analyst/Biostatistician will facilitate the collection and conduct the analysis of data, build effective relationships within the team and with partners, and perform the following activities:
- Conduct quantitative data analyses. Assist with development of statistical analysis plans and data analyses, including preparation of tables, graphs, figures, and other data reporting tools. (10%)
- Maintain various research databases and datasets: entering data, abstracting data, cleaning incoming data, performing queries. (10%)
- Anticipate, detect and report problems in research instruments, data collection, and/or data entry, and proactively troubleshoot and resolve issues. (10%)
- Support training and technical assistance to research staff involved in data collection, data entry, or data quality review. (10%)
- Ensure data quality through development of standard operating procedures, training materials, and other quality assurance practices. (10%)
- Facilitate availability of data for use by the study team for presentations, reports and publication. (10%)
- Manage day-to-day operational aspects of multiple or large-scale research studies and clinical trials. Manage project activity timelines, study budgets, and tracking documents for management of study, site progress, and logistics. (10%)
- Contribute to the design of protocols, informed consent forms, protocol‑specific data collection tools, materials, and research databases in collaboration with the study team. (10%)
- Draft study reports and manuscripts in collaboration with the study team. (10%)
- Process data requests from the study team and collaborating partners. Assist in donor reporting activities. (5%)
- Assist in developing and writing proposals for funding opportunities. (5%)
- You have a minimum 3-5 years' experience in areas of expertise to include clinical research and trials.
- Experience in quantitative data analysis with ability to use statistical software such as STATA, SAS, or SPSS.
- Experience in the design, development, and management of electronic database systems such as REDCap or OpenClinica.
- Strong organizational and time management skills. Excellent attention to detail.
- Self-motivated and highly flexible individual who is able to work independently and as a team with strong interpersonal skills, and who can manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Ability to think strategically and creatively to solve problems and find effective and efficient ways to accomplish goals.
- Ability to build effective relationships with peers and managers. Relates well to all kinds of people.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to synthesize information.
- International travel up to 30% time may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree preferred.