This note is similar to a posting from last summer. Apologies for cross-posting to those on both lists. There is currently one position available. Please direct all inquiries to Vladimir Svetnik, vladimir_svetnik at merck.com ; his US Mail address and phone number given below. Any replies directed to me will just be forwarded to him. Thank you. ################### STATISTICIAN / DATA ANALYST Merck Research Labs Position Description: The Biometrics Research Department at Merck Research Laboratories, Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a highly motivated statistician/data analyst to work in its basic research and drug discovery area. Primary responsibilities include collaborating with scientists on experimental design and data analyses, developing statistical and exploratory data analysis software, developing new statistical methodology, and co-authoring research presentations and publications. We collaborate with scientists in a wide range of disciplines, including biology, biochemistry, genomics, bioinformatics, analytical chemistry, chemical engineering, bioprocess development, veterinary medicine, and molecular systems, among others. Good oral and written communications abilities are therefore essential, as is the desire to learn enough of the relevant science to interact effectively. A Ph.D. or equivalent in statistics (such as Masters with substantial experience) or a related area is required. More specifically, we seek a statistical scientist with strength in modern methods (cf. Venables and Ripley, MASS, 1994-9) for the design and analysis of complex studies and the analysis of large, complex, and "messy" data sets. Some of the specific statistical areas covered by this description include data visualization, multivariate non-parametric methods, pattern recognition, resistant/robust methods, Bayesian methods, nonlinear mixed effect modeling, and chemometrics. For the data visualization portion in particular, we expect someone well versed in data graph principles and their applications for study and presentation (cf. Tukey, Tufte, and Cleveland.) Equally important, we seek someone able and constantly eager to extend and broaden their statistical and computing expertise to meet new challenges. Ongoing education is a vital part of the job. Excellent software skills are essential. Facility in the S Language, either S-PLUS or R, is required. Familiarity with other statistical and mathematical software (e.g. Matlab, Mathematica) would be a plus, as would experience in any of C/C++, SQL, or Java. Our computing environment is a mixture of Linux and Windows operating systems. Prior experience in the pharmaceutical or related (diagnostic, chemical) research would be helpful but is not essential. Formal education in non-statistical areas like biology, chemistry, or computer science would also be a big plus. If you believe that your interests and background might match our needs please hardcopy mail your CV or resume and a cover letter to ATTENTION: Open Position Vladimir Svetnik, Ph.D. Biometrics Research Dept. Merck Research Laboratories, MailDrop RY70-38 126 E. Lincoln Avenue Rahway, NJ 07065-0900 You can also submit electronically to vladimir_svetnik at merck.com . (Please note the MailDrop portion is **crucial**). Feel free to include the URL of a personal web page with additional information. Thank you very much. ______________________________ Bill Pikounis, Ph.D. E-mail: v_bill_pikounis at merck.com Phone: 732.594.3913 Fax: 732.594.1565 Merck Research Laboratories P.O. Box 2000, MailDrop RY70-38 126 E. Lincoln Ave Rahway, NJ 07065-0900 -.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-.- r-help mailing list -- Read http://www.ci.tuwien.ac.at/~hornik/R/R-FAQ.html Send "info", "help", or "[un]subscribe" (in the "body", not the subject !) To: r-help-request at stat.math.ethz.ch _._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._._