Assistant Research Biostatistician

MSK

Assistant Research Biostatistician supporting cancer clinical research at Memorial Sloan Kettering. Conducting statistical analysis and collaborating on international projects with a focus on machine learning.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $83,800 - $134,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform statistical analyses to support clinical and methodological research studies
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across MSK and external international partners
Apply and develop machine learning approaches, particularly for pathology image analysis
Write and maintain clean, reproducible code for complex datasets
Contribute to study design, data interpretation, and the preparation of manuscripts and presentations
Support ongoing large-scale research initiatives and ensure high-quality data outputs
Participate in continuous learning and development in biostatistics and analytical methods

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Biostatistics OR Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., Statistics, Public Health, Computer Science, Epidemiology) with a willingness to pursue additional training in biostatistics
Prior experience with coding required; proficiency in R strongly preferred
Experience working with complex datasets and analytical workflows
Familiarity with Git/GitHub preferred
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performing research environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

statistical analysismachine learningpathology image analysisRdata interpretationanalytical workflowsbiostatisticscodingstudy designdata outputs

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationcontinuous learningadaptabilityteamworkproblem-solvingattention to detailtime managementcritical thinkinginitiative

Certifications

Master’s degree in BiostatisticsBachelor’s degree in StatisticsBachelor’s degree in Public HealthBachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in Epidemiology