Assistant Research Biostatistician

Responsibilities

• Perform statistical analyses to support clinical and methodological research studies
• Apply and develop machine learning approaches, particularly for pathology image analysis
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across MSK and external international partners
• 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

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Biostatistics OR a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., Statistics, Public Health, Computer Science, Epidemiology)
• Prior experience with coding is required
• Proficiency in R is strongly preferred
• Experience working with complex datasets and analytical workflows
• Familiarity with Git/GitHub preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience applying machine learning to pathology imaging
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performing research environment
• Strong quantitative problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

About the Company

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) is united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our scientists collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. The Vickers Lab is a highly productive research team led by Dr. Andrew Vickers, focusing on methodological and clinical advances in cancer biostatistics.