Research Specialist Level

Title: Research Specialist Level 4-Epidemiology/Biostatistics

Location: Qatar

Org Unit: Research Division - Abu-Raddad Lab

Work Days: Sunday-Thursday

**Position Summary**:
Working with little supervision from the Principal Investigator (PI), the primary purpose of this role is to assist with the study design, collection and statistical analysis of data, and interpretation & dissemination of results on various epidemiologic studies and analyses.

**Responsibilities**:

- Conducts systematic literature reviews and meta-analyses.
- Performs a variety of other statistical analyses. Manipulates, computes, and analyzes data using statistical computer software and develops new analytical methods and testing procedures.
- Prepares and maintains detailed records, logs, and summary reports of all data and statistical analysis charting.
- Assists with epidemiologic study design, study instruments, and protocols.
- Performs sample size calculations and power analyses.
- Contributes to publishing of research findings in scientific journals and supports presentations at major medical/scientific meetings.
- Assists and contributes to research planning, policies, and procedures development activities.
- Performs other job-related duties as needed in relation to the conduct of epidemiological research.

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree

**Experience**:
4 - 5 years of experience, or MSc/MPH in Epidemiology and/or Biostatistics with experience in conducting epidemiological and biostatistical research.

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**:

- Demonstrated experience in using statistical packages and relevant software such as SPSS, Stata, SAS, S-PLUS, or R.
- Ability to communicate proficiently with respect to scientific reports and professional presentations.
- Established record of scientific research and scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- Working knowledge of the epidemiology of communicable and non-communicable diseases.
- Strong problem-solving and reasoning skills.
- Fluent in spoken and written English.
- Ability to work proactively and independently, as well as a team member.

**Licenses and Certifications**:
**Working Conditions/Physical Demands**:
Weill Cornell Medicine is a comprehensive academic medical center that's committed to excellence in patient care, scientific discovery, and the education of future physicians in New York City and around the world. Our doctors and scientists-faculty from Weill Cornell Medical College, Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences, and the Weill Cornell Physician Organization-are engaged in world-class clinical care and cutting-edge research that connect patients to the latest treatment innovations and prevention strategies. Located in the heart of the Upper East Side's scientific corridor, Weill Cornell Medicine's powerful network of collaborators extends to its parent university Cornell University; to Qatar, where an international campus offers a U.S. medical degree; and to programs in Tanzania, Haiti, Brazil, Austria and Turkey. Our medical practices serve communities throughout New York City, and our faculty provide comprehensive care at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian/Lower Manhattan Hospital, and NewYork-Presbyterian/Queens. At Weill Cornell Medicine, we work together to treat each individual, not just their conditions or illnesses, as we strive to deliver the finest possible care for our patients - the center of everything we do. Weill Cornell Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Weill Cornell Medicine provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.