Postdoctoral Fellow - Biostatistics
- Requisition #: 600567-202603251544
- Department: Biostatistics
- Location: Houston, TX
- Posted Date: 3/25/2026
The Department of Biostatistics at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has an open postdoctoral position. The Postdoctoral Fellow will work under the supervision of Dr. Ying Yuan. The primary research focus will be on developing novel statistical methodologies and software for Bayesian adaptive clinical trial designs. The postdoctoral fellow will also actively participate in research meetings with medical collaborators to implement applications related to methodological research projects.
All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Learn statistical theory and its application in cancer clinical trials; obtain expertise in Bayesian adaptive designs, hierarchical models, and biomarker-based clinical trial design and analysis for precision medicine; develop strong programming and computational skills; gain interest in statistical methodology research; and acquire extensive experience in R, R Shiny, and React.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
We seek a highly motivated individual with a Ph.D. in statistics, biostatistics, or a related quantitative field. Candidates must have strong methodological training in statistics or biostatistics, and strong computer programming skills. Expertise or skills in the following areas are highly desirable: Bayesian statistics, and adaptive clinical trial design.
Please send CV and information on three referees directly to yyuan@mdanderson.org.
POSITION INFORMATION
MD Anderson offers full-time postdoc positions with a salary ranging from $64,000 to $76,000. depending on the number of years of postgraduate experience. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition
Offsite work arrangements are subject to approval and may be modified or revoked at any time based on business needs, performance considerations, or regulatory requirements.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Learn statistical theory and its application in cancer clinical trials; obtain expertise in Bayesian adaptive designs, hierarchical models, and biomarker-based clinical trial design and analysis for precision medicine; develop strong programming and computational skills; gain interest in statistical methodology research; and acquire extensive experience in R, R Shiny, and React.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
We seek a highly motivated individual with a Ph.D. in statistics, biostatistics, or a related quantitative field. Candidates must have strong methodological training in statistics or biostatistics, and strong computer programming skills. Expertise or skills in the following areas are highly desirable: Bayesian statistics, and adaptive clinical trial design.
Please send CV and information on three referees directly to yyuan@mdanderson.org.
POSITION INFORMATION
MD Anderson offers full-time postdoc positions with a salary ranging from $64,000 to $76,000. depending on the number of years of postgraduate experience. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition
Offsite work arrangements are subject to approval and may be modified or revoked at any time based on business needs, performance considerations, or regulatory requirements.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
