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Biostatistician Job PPB

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Job Purpose

The position is responsible for providing a wide range of advanced statistical expertise and support to the Pharmacy and Poisons Board in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of regulatory data and responds to a broad range of complex statistical issues arising from various operations of the PPB.

  • Designs, analyzes, implements, and reports findings on targeted statistical research studies; provides consultation to departments on experimental design and statistical research approaches, requirements, and scientific standards
  • Works with departments to formalize analytics plans and reporting specifications; advises on statistical analysis strategies, reliability of measurements, identifiability of models, and presentation of results
  • Assists in the preparation of research documents and reports
  • Uses advanced statistical software, methods, and techniques to analyze and interpret research data; advises and assists in the development of inferences and conclusions
  • Oversees and coordinates the work of statistical support staff, data entry staff, and/or students, as appropriate to the position
  • Transfers data from paper formats into computer files or database systems using keyboards, data recorders, or optical scanners
  • Creates spreadsheets with large numbers of figures without mistakes
  • Verifies data by comparing it to source documents
  • Updates existing data
  • Retrieves data from the database or electronic files as requested
  • Performs regular backups to ensure data preservation

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

  • Have a Bachelor’s degree in Biostatistics, Public Health, or any other relevant course from a recognized university
  • Have a valid membership with the relevant professional body, where applicable
  • Be proficient in computer applications
  • Have good analytical and communication skills
  • Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

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