(RFP300517) Research Associate - Biostatistics

Provide statistical support to the Low Methane Forages project in agricultural research.

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Application deadline 2 days ago: Saturday 17 May 2025 at 12:50 UTC

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Overview

Provide statistical support to the Low Methane Forages project in agricultural research.

You have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Data Science, Agricultural Sciences, or a related field.
  • At least one year of experience supporting agricultural research projects with statistical analysis.
  • Proficiency in R, python, SAS & statistical software.
  • Knowledge with mixed models, longitudinal data analysis, and data visualization.
  • Experience working with datasets related to forage evaluation, animal nutrition, or environmental indicators (desirable).
  • Working knowledge of GIS and spatial data analysis is an advantage.
  • Effective communication skills and advanced proficiency in English (spoken and written).

Potential interview questions

Can you provide an example of a statistical analysis you've conducted in a previous research project? This assesses your hands-on experience with statistical analysis in agricultural research. Share a specific project, detailing your role, the methods used, and the outcomes.
Describe a time when you had to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. What challenges did you face? This evaluates your experience and effectiveness in team collaboration. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure data quality in your statistical analyses? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What statistical software are you most comfortable using, and why? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you explain how you would approach data visualization for complex datasets? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Tell us about a time when you had to adapt to changes in project requirements. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience with analyzing in vivo and in vitro experimental data. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use for managing large datasets in research? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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