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The Department of Public Health Sciences (DPHS) and the College of Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina invite applications for a Biostatistician at the Senior Research Associate (SRA) level. This position is for a collaborative biostatistician with interests in biomedical research and teaching biostatistics. A master’s degree or PhD in biostatistics or related field is required. DPHS has a large and expanding program of collaborative and internal research. The position will involve highly collaborative interactions within DPHS, College of Medicine, and the Health Equity and Rural Outreach Innovation Center (HEROIC) at the Charleston VA. There will be emphasis on projects developed under the direction of faculty and researchers in the College of Medicine with appointments within the VA HEROIC, but the position could also involve working within other areas of clinical research.
Candidates should be able to work independently, have experience and ability in computer-oriented data analysis and statistical programming, and excellent oral and written communication skills. Prior experience in health services research that uses electronic medical records data is desired but not required. At least 1 year of professional programming experience in SAS (preferred), SQL programming, STATA, and/or R is required (evidence of experience based on classwork or certifications can be substituted for professional experience). The position allows for remote work arrangements.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A master’s degree or PhD in biostatistics or related field is required.
- At least 1 year of professional programming experience in SAS (preferred), SQL programming, STATA, and/or R is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Will hold MS, ScM, MSPH, or MPH in Biostatistics, Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics or equivalent.
- Appropriate candidates with a terminal degree (PhD, DrPH, MD) are eligible for staff SRA positions but may be better suited for the faculty SRA track.
- The candidate is expected to have advanced level of experience in using SQL, SAS/STATA to manage, analyze data and contribute to study planning (example: sample size/power computations) are desired.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
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Analysis of data. (35%) This will include the interim and or final data analysis of datasets of varying sizes that result from VA funded studies. Derived datasets will be created by the biostatistician, validation of analyses and programs will be conducted and reports that include tables and figures, descriptions of methods used, and interpretations of results will be included. Participate in manuscript writing.
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Data management. (30%) This will include working on IRB and DART forms to request data from VINCI and other sources of data, cohort formation and preparing analytic datasets.
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Participate in study design development. (25%) This will include working with the protocol lead statistician and clinicians on proposals in which analysis plans are described, sample size justifications are proposed, and results are presented in a clear and transparent manner for interpretation by the appropriate audience.
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Administrative support. (10%).
Please send statement of research interests, three reference letters, and curriculum vitae to:
Mulugeta Gebregziabher, PhD
Professor and Vice Chair, Department of Public Health Sciences
Medical University of South Carolina
gebregz@musc.edu
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent)
Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent)
Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent)
Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous)
Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)
Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous)
Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent)
Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent)
Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent)
Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent)
Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous)
Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous)
Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous)
Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.
Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent)
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 30 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 30 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 50 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 30 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent)
Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
LOCATION
Charleston, South Carolina
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Public Health Sciences (DPHS) and the College of Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina invite applications for a Biostatistician at the Senior Research Associate (SRA) level. This position is for a collaborative biostatistician with interests in biomedical research and teaching biostatistics. A master’s degree or PhD in biostatistics or related field is required. DPHS has a large and expanding program of collaborative and internal research. The position will involve highly collaborative interactions within DPHS, College of Medicine, and the Health Equity and Rural Outreach Innovation Center (HEROIC) at the Charleston VA. There will be emphasis on projects developed under the direction of faculty and researchers in the College of Medicine with appointments within the VA HEROIC, but the position could also involve working within other areas of clinical research.
Candidates should be able to work independently, have experience and ability in computer-oriented data analysis and statistical programming, and excellent oral and written communication skills. Prior experience in health services research that uses electronic medical records data is desired but not required. At least 1 year of professional programming experience in SAS (preferred), SQL programming, STATA, and/or R is required (evidence of experience based on classwork or certifications can be substituted for professional experience). The position allows for remote work arrangements.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A master’s degree or PhD in biostatistics or related field is required.
- At least 1 year of professional programming experience in SAS (preferred), SQL programming, STATA, and/or R is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Will hold MS, ScM, MSPH, or MPH in Biostatistics, Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics or equivalent.
- Appropriate candidates with a terminal degree (PhD, DrPH, MD) are eligible for staff SRA positions but may be better suited for the faculty SRA track.
- The candidate is expected to have advanced level of experience in using SQL, SAS/STATA to manage, analyze data and contribute to study planning (example: sample size/power computations) are desired.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
-
Analysis of data. (35%) This will include the interim and or final data analysis of datasets of varying sizes that result from VA funded studies. Derived datasets will be created by the biostatistician, validation of analyses and programs will be conducted and reports that include tables and figures, descriptions of methods used, and interpretations of results will be included. Participate in manuscript writing.
-
Data management. (30%) This will include working on IRB and DART forms to request data from VINCI and other sources of data, cohort formation and preparing analytic datasets.
-
Participate in study design development. (25%) This will include working with the protocol lead statistician and clinicians on proposals in which analysis plans are described, sample size justifications are proposed, and results are presented in a clear and transparent manner for interpretation by the appropriate audience.
-
Administrative support. (10%).
Please send statement of research interests, three reference letters, and curriculum vitae to:
Mulugeta Gebregziabher, PhD
Professor and Vice Chair, Department of Public Health Sciences
Medical University of South Carolina
gebregz@musc.edu
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent)
Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent)
Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent)
Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous)
Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)
Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous)
Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent)
Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent)
Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent)
Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent)
Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous)
Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous)
Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous)
Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.
Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent)
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 30 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 30 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 50 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 30 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent)
Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
LOCATION
Charleston, South Carolina
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Which companies sponsor visas for research associates in South Carolina?
The University of South Carolina, Clemson University, and the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) are among the most active sponsors for research associate roles in the state. Private sector employers in life sciences and advanced materials, including companies operating in the Greenville-Spartanburg manufacturing corridor, also file H-1B and J-1 petitions for qualified research candidates with sponsorship needs.
Which visa types are most common for research associate roles in South Carolina?
The H-1B is the most common work visa for research associate roles requiring a specialized bachelor's degree or higher. J-1 visas are widely used at South Carolina universities for postdoctoral researchers and visiting scholars. O-1 visas occasionally apply for candidates with exceptional research records. University-affiliated roles may also support H-1B cap-exempt petitions, which are not subject to the annual lottery.
Which cities in South Carolina have the most research associate sponsorship jobs?
Columbia is the leading city for research associate sponsorship jobs, driven by the University of South Carolina and state government research programs. Charleston is a secondary hub, anchored by MUSC and the Medical University Research Institute. Clemson and Greenville have growing demand tied to Clemson University's engineering and materials research programs and the region's expanding advanced manufacturing sector.
How to find research associate visa sponsorship jobs in South Carolina?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles where employers have a documented history of visa sponsorship, making it easier to target research associate positions in South Carolina without sorting through listings that don't offer sponsorship. You can filter by state and role type to see active openings at universities, research institutes, and private employers in Columbia, Charleston, and Greenville.
What should international research associates know about the South Carolina job market before applying?
South Carolina's research sector is heavily anchored in academia and life sciences, so most sponsoring employers are universities or affiliated research institutes rather than large private corporations. H-1B petitions for university and nonprofit research roles may qualify for cap-exempt filing, which means year-round processing without the April lottery. Candidates should confirm whether a prospective employer has that cap-exempt status before planning their application timeline.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored research associate jobs in South Carolina?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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