Biostatistician

MCRI

Biostatistician
Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics Unit
Murdoch Childrens Research Institute

We are seeking to fill a new position for a biostatistician at MCRI, an internationally recognised child and adolescent health research institute based at the Royal Children's Hospital (RCH), Melbourne, encompassing laboratory, clinical and public health approaches to research. The Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics Unit (CEBU) is supported jointly by the MCRI and the University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics to provide training and support in research design and statistical analysis. The new appointee will be responsible for providing expert biostatistical advice and analysis, collaborating in the conduct and promotion of high-quality research (with a particular focus on randomised controlled trials), and contributing to CEBU's training program in quantitative research methods. You will also be encouraged to develop independent research projects where appropriate.

This position requires a high level of training and technical skills in statistics, preferably at PhD level, strong motivation for working in health research, and excellent communication skills.

The position description is available at http://www.mcri.edu.au/pages/careers/position-description.asp?JID=379.

Please send written applications, quoting Ref# MC1351, including curriculum vitae and contact details of three referees to:
Human Resources Officer
Murdoch Childrens Research Institute
9th floor, Royal Childrens Hospital
Flemington Road
Parkville VIC 3052
Australia
T +61 (03) 8341 6434, (03) 8341 6378

Or via: recruitment@mcri.edu.au

Closing Date 18 June 2007