University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Job Title: Instructor - Biostatistician

Position #00842933:  – Requisition #: 39199

Job Summary:

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine seeks an outstanding candidate for a Biostatistician position. This will be a full-time faculty position at the rank of Instructor. Remote work considered for highly qualified candidates.

Applicants with a background in statistical and computational methods in molecular biological science and related areas are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will join an established team that is leading research efforts in the intersection between brain health and biological processes. The team is one of the premier organizations that has existing clinical and preclinical studies and will continue with future studies that improve psychological health outcomes, detects risk and protective factors in mental health, and determines biological mechanisms associated with brain health. This highly collaborative team performs high-impact studies that allow them to develop new strategies to ameliorate dysbiosis and neuroinflammation and reduce chronic disease burden.  

Key Responsibilities

Bioinformatics Nature of Work: 50%

Successful individuals will participate in the development, validation, implementation and quality control for bioinformatics. This position will include identifying and implementing state of the art bioinformatics techniques for innovative analysis. Additionally, this position will assist with clinical study development to identify novel biological targets and advises how those measurements can be applied to bioinformatics analysis.

Examples of Duties Performed:

·         Apply basic to intermediate statistical, programming, and epidemiological methods to support research projects.

·         Prepare, clean, and manipulate datasets for use in detailed data queries and analyses.

·         Generate tabulations and visual representations of data (e.g., charts, graphs) using report-building tools with minimal oversight.

·         Interpret analysis results and contribute to drafting clear and concise research reports.

·         Coordinate tasks and provide guidance to support staff (e.g., Research Assistants, interns) in the preparation of basic research deliverables.

·         Develop automated scripts, codes, and calculations to streamline recurring tasks and analysis workflows.

·         Perform data validation and error checking on projects of basic to intermediate complexity under supervision.

·         Develop detailed specifications and documentation for data analysis files, consistency checks, tables, figures, and project status tracking.

·         Identify and assess data needs and potential data gaps in collaboration with senior staff.

Statistician Nature of Work: 30%

Providing expertise on analytic methods and plans while managing, preparing, and analyzing data from current program evaluation projects. Supporting electronic medical record database and distributed data network projects in efforts including developing data harmonization, data quality evaluation, and data standardization to support the learning health care system and research

Examples of Duties Performed

·         Assist with data collection and analysis for public health surveillance projects, clinical studies, or similar initiatives.

·         Respond to data and analysis requests from internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders under direction.

·         Collaborate with principal investigators, scientists, epidemiologists, and fellow biostatisticians on research efforts.

·         Communicate statistical methods and results to internal and external clients when directed by senior staff.

Technical Writing Nature of Work: 20%

Provide support for technical writing that includes reports, grant development, and manuscript preparation.  Successful individuals will lead development and dissemination of research publications and reports involving the data and analysis conducted.

Examples of Duties Performed:

·         Contribute to technical and scientific writing for reports, publications, and presentations.

·         Prepare and deliver presentations on assigned basic research topics.

·         Participate in working groups to address research questions or organizational initiatives.

·         Provide feedback on internal business processes and help develop documentation for best practices and standards.

·         Support training and onboarding of junior-level staff and interns.

·         Maintain a professional, courteous, and respectful demeanor in all interactions with coworkers, clients, and stakeholders.

·         Actively participate in identifying process improvements and communicating solutions to leadership.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado (CU) is one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions and is ideally suited to carry out this project. Built as state-of-the-art, the Anschutz Medical Campus (AMC) consists of three zones: an education zone with facilities for training in the medical and health-related fields, a research zone that houses the various graduate programs, and a clinical care zone with the University of Colorado Hospital (UCH) and the Children's Hospital, the CU AMC's primary adult and pediatric hospital partners, nearby. The university is considered by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education to have "very high research activity" with a basic classification of Research Universities. UCH, a teaching hospital affiliated with the CU Denver, has a $644 million, 820,000-square-foot facility at the AMC. The Children's Hospital, with 1,400,000 square feet, opened in 2007 to the south of the campus.  CU is one of 34 public universities to be a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. The CU AMC campus is located adjacent to the newly constructed Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center.

The Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) programs span the range of services with the latest advances in rehabilitation care for children and adults with complex medical needs. Subspecialties, related programs and affiliates together embody one of the most skilled (and recognized) groups of rehabilitation experts in the nation. The PM&R department has 15 offices with ~2500 square feet of space and 5 cubicles with ~400 square feet of space for faculty and research staff. PM&R has 11 full-time administrative staff, responsible for department coordination, grants and contract management, and technology management.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

·         Medical: Multiple plan options

·         Dental: Multiple plan options

·         Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

·         Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

·         Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)

·         Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

·         Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

·         Holiday Days: 11/year

·         Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

·         ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

·         A PhD degree in a relevant field associated with mathematics, statistics, or computational science.

·         Three (3) years of experience in field of bioinformatics, statistics, or related field.

·         U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident only due to funding restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Published manuscripts in high-impact scientific journals.

·         Previous bioinformatics expertise that is focused on human studies Hands-on experience with SOL and/or R is highly preferred.

·         Experience with using remote high performance computing connections for computationally extensive bioinformatics.

·         Familiarity with other programming/statistical software packages (e.g., SAS, Python, Stata, SPSS, R) is a plus.

·         Ability to create automated reports and perform intermediate coding for statistical and data analysis workflows.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·         Strong understanding of programming syntax, logic, and data manipulation principles.

·         Ability to select and apply appropriate statistical methods for basic and intermediate analyses.

·         Familiarity with data system design, informatics, and data visualization tools and practices.

·         Ability to debug and review coding by peers and collaborators.

·         Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

·         Skilled in summarizing and presenting complex information in a clear, organized way.

·         Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently as needed.

·         Excellent time management and multitasking skills; able to manage multiple deadlines with oversight.

·         High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

·         We are looking for an innovative and collaborative scientist or engineer with both the background and the vision to help build a globally recognized research program.

·         Further, we seek someone committed to excellence in complex interdisciplinary research on brain health.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1.    A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2.    Curriculum vitae / Resume

3.    Three (3) to five (5) professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Angel Garcia, MBA, angel.garcia@cuanschutz.edu 

Sponsorship Statement:

We are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled. For the best consideration, apply by March 8th, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

$97,000 to $110,000

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.