Biostatistics Intern- Masters- Remote

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

Responsibilities

Receives direction from clinical and research project leads (e.g., biostatisticians, bioinformaticians, data scientists, principal investigators), and faculty Biostatisticians in the department. Works collaboratively with other work units internal and external to the Department of Quantitative Health Sciences including Statistical Programmers, other Research and Clinical Support Staff, and Information Technology Staff. Is accountable to multidisciplinary teams and external research groups.

The Biostatistician Intern must possess basic expertise in a wide variety of statistical techniques to meet the demands of their study teams and investigators. The Biostatistician Intern will utilize statistical knowledge and programming skills to assist with study design, implementation, statistical analysis, interpretation, and reporting of results under the direction of the multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

Working towards a master’s degree with a major in Statistics or Biostatistics. Alternatively, working toward a master’s degree in Mathematics, Public Health, or Data Science that will include at least 12 graduate level semester hours in statistics or biostatistics. Completed 1 year of graduate program at the time of starting the internship.

Additional Experience and/or Qualifications: (Has Achieved Competency in the Following Areas, Job Knowledge, and Additional Considerations): Experience in statistical analysis and programming software such as SAS, R, or python. A commitment to customer service with an attitude of owning the experience of each customer is required. Applicable skills

include organization, documentation, written and oral communication. Other beneficial attributes include logical and systematic thinking, inquisitiveness, basic knowledge of human physiology and/or medical terminology, and a proven competency to work independently.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

This position has a predetermined rate of $22.06 per hour.;

Benefits Eligible

No

Hours/Pay Period

60

Schedule Details

30 hours per week between the hours of 8am -5pm. This position is temporary lasting 4 months.

Weekend Schedule

N/A

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Recruiter

Chelsea Crosby