Biostatistician- Monitoring, Research and Evaluation Unit

Cancer Institute NSW

Biostatistician- Monitoring, Research and Evaluation Unit

The Cancer Institute NSW is Australia's first statewide, government supported Cancer control agency, saving lives through promoting the best cancer research, prevention, early detection, treatment and education initiatives. The Cancer Institute NSW is driving innovation in cancer care in NSW by working in partnership with the leaders in the field to deliver the best cancer results for the people of NSW.

Working in collaboration with a team, this position undertakes statistical analysis for descriptive epidemiological reports, research projects and evaluation of programs and campaigns. The position will also be expected to undertake more complex analysis for specific projects, and provide expert statistical epidemiological advice to staff across the Institute, external researchers and other key stakeholders regarding data from the Institutes registries and databases.

The successful candidate must have an appropriate tertiary qualification in statistics, biostatistics, public health or in a related discipline. Experience with analysis of descriptive epidemiological data and reports and scoping of data requests with the provision of statistical advice. Demonstrated proficiency in SAS programming or equivalent is essential.

For all positions at the Cancer Institute NSW applicants must be able to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the principles of EEO, OH&S, cultural diversity and ethical practice.

Interested candidates should access application information and a comprehensive position description outlining the selection criteria from www.cancerinstitute.org.au.

For further information please contact Elaine Boyd on 02 8374 5607.

Applications close on 13 July 2007

Cancer Institute NSW
1 Central Avenue
Level 1 Biomedical Building
Australian Technology Park
Eveleigh NSW 2015