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Biostatistician or Epidemiologist (PhD)
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About the role
Biostatistician or Epidemiologist (PhD)
Location: Remote | USA About the Jaeb Center for Health Research
The Jaeb Center for Health Research (JCHR) is a nonprofit clinical research coordinating center with a 30+ year track record designing and conducting large-scale, multicenter clinical trials and observational studies. Our work addresses major public health challenges, with particular depth in diabetes, ophthalmology, and related chronic disease areas. We partner with leading academic investigators, NIH institutes, non-profit foundations, and industry sponsors, and our studies have shaped clinical practice guidelines across multiple specialties.
JCHR offers a collaborative, scientifically rigorous environment, experienced multidisciplinary teams, and an active portfolio of grant and sponsor-funded research.
Role Overview
JCHR is seeking a PhD-level Biostatistician or Epidemiologist to join our clinical research team. Successful candidates must fit one of the following two career pathways:
Applicants should carefully review the two pathways below and apply only if they meet the qualifications for one of them.
Two Pathways to This Role
Path A: Senior Investigator Track
For candidates with a demonstrated record of NIH or other external grant funding, or comparable independent research leadership experience. Successful candidates should have demonstrated scientific leadership, including experience securing external funding and leading multicenter clinical research.
Responsibilities:
For early-career investigators (typically within 3–5 years of completing a PhD) who already have meaningful clinical research experience and are committed to developing into independent investigators.
Responsibilities:
Required for Both Pathways:
This position operates in a professional office and/or remote (home-based) work environment. The role routinely uses standard computer-based equipment such as computers, monitors, keyboards, telecommunication tools (e.g., phone, video conferencing, and secure electronic fax tools such as Sfax), and related technology.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This is a full-time position. The regular work schedule is Monday through Friday. Core hours are generally 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time (ET). Work hours may be adjusted for employees in other time zones or to meet operational needs, with supervisor approval, to ensure appropriate coverage and collaboration. Occasional additional hours may be required. Equal Employment Opportunity / Drug-Free Workplace
Jaeb Center for Health Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.
Location: Remote | USA About the Jaeb Center for Health Research
The Jaeb Center for Health Research (JCHR) is a nonprofit clinical research coordinating center with a 30+ year track record designing and conducting large-scale, multicenter clinical trials and observational studies. Our work addresses major public health challenges, with particular depth in diabetes, ophthalmology, and related chronic disease areas. We partner with leading academic investigators, NIH institutes, non-profit foundations, and industry sponsors, and our studies have shaped clinical practice guidelines across multiple specialties.
JCHR offers a collaborative, scientifically rigorous environment, experienced multidisciplinary teams, and an active portfolio of grant and sponsor-funded research.
Role Overview
JCHR is seeking a PhD-level Biostatistician or Epidemiologist to join our clinical research team. Successful candidates must fit one of the following two career pathways:
- Senior candidates with an established grant funding record (NIH or similar): principal investigator-level role with immediate independence, leadership over study design and execution, and the expectation of sustaining and growing an externally funded research portfolio.
- High-potential emerging researchers early in their career: a structured development opportunity, with mentorship, progressive responsibility, and a 2–3 year pathway toward independent grant funding and study leadership.
Applicants should carefully review the two pathways below and apply only if they meet the qualifications for one of them.
Two Pathways to This Role
Path A: Senior Investigator Track
For candidates with a demonstrated record of NIH or other external grant funding, or comparable independent research leadership experience. Successful candidates should have demonstrated scientific leadership, including experience securing external funding and leading multicenter clinical research.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator on grant-funded or industry-sponsored multicenter studies
- Lead study design, protocol development, statistical analysis planning, and scientific reporting from inception through publication
- Develop and submit competitive grant applications
- Provide scientific leadership and mentorship to junior staff and early-career researchers
- Represent JCHR in sponsor, investigator, and regulatory interactions
For early-career investigators (typically within 3–5 years of completing a PhD) who already have meaningful clinical research experience and are committed to developing into independent investigators.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as statistician on assigned multicenter studies
- Collaborate with senior investigators on study design, analysis planning, and interpretation of results
- Develop statistical analysis plans and contribute to protocols, manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations
- Design and execute statistical analyses using SAS and other statistical software
- Participate in grant development activities in a supporting role, with progressive lead authorship on grant applications as skills develop
- Participate in structured mentorship with the expectation of progressively assuming leadership in grant development and externally funded research
- Develop statistical analysis plans aligned with study objectives and regulatory expectations
- Contribute to scientific publications, abstracts, and presentations across multiple studies
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams including investigators, coordinators, data managers, and regulatory staff
- Participate in investigator meetings and external scientific collaborations
- Contribute to protocol development and study design in collaboration with lead investigators
Required for Both Pathways:
- PhD in Biostatistics, Epidemiology, or a closely related quantitative field
- Experience in clinical trials, observational research, or applied health research
- This position requires prior experience contributing to collaborative clinical research beyond coursework or dissertation research alone
- Demonstrated scientific writing ability (manuscripts, protocols, or grant contributions)
- Evidence of peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, protocol development, or competitive grant participation is strongly preferred
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a collaborative, remote environment
- Active or prior grant funding as PI or MPI
- Demonstrated independent study leadership from design through dissemination
- Track record of competitive grant submissions and scientific productivity
- Strong statistical programming skills (SAS preferred)
- Foundational experience in clinical or public health research (typically 3–5 years post-PhD)
- Evidence of scientific productivity: publications, presentations, or contributions to grant-funded research
- Genuine interest in and commitment to developing toward independent research leadership and NIH funding.
This position operates in a professional office and/or remote (home-based) work environment. The role routinely uses standard computer-based equipment such as computers, monitors, keyboards, telecommunication tools (e.g., phone, video conferencing, and secure electronic fax tools such as Sfax), and related technology.
Some positions may require periodic in-person attendance or travel based on organizational or project needs.
Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position for extended periods (sitting and/or standing) and operate a computer and other standard office equipment. The employee frequently uses hands and fingers for keyboarding and handling documents or other work materials.
The employee must be able to communicate effectively and exchange accurate information with others, including through phone, video, and in-person meetings. The employee may occasionally be required to move or lift items up to 25 pounds, consistent with role and business needs.This role requires the ability to view and interpret information on a computer screen and in written materials for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Position Type / Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position. The regular work schedule is Monday through Friday. Core hours are generally 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time (ET). Work hours may be adjusted for employees in other time zones or to meet operational needs, with supervisor approval, to ensure appropriate coverage and collaboration. Occasional additional hours may be required. Equal Employment Opportunity / Drug-Free Workplace
Jaeb Center for Health Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.
