Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Research Design (BERD)
The Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Research Design Core (BERD) was created to enhance clinical and translational research across the NJ ACTS community by providing professional, high quality study design, quantitative and qualitative (mixed methods) data analysis, survey research and data management services, development of innovative methodologies, as well as extensive group and individual training and instruction in biostatistics, epidemiology, and research design. These efforts, while supporting junior faculty and other investigators across the NJ ACTS and larger Rutgers and RWJ Barnabas Health community, were built with a particular focus on ensuring quality skills-based training opportunities for trainees.
BERD Mini-Methods Grant Program - Now Accepting Applications!
Contact Us:
Jason Roy, PhD RUBIES Director 732-235-9168 jason.roy@rutgers.edu | Patricia Greenberg, MS RUBIES Manager 732-235-6093 patricia.greenberg@rutgers.edu |
BERD Workshop Training Series
Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Research Design (BERD) Workshops provide educational opportunities for clinical and translational researchers to develop basic skills and understanding in study design and data analysis.
Current Workshops
Date & Time | Title | |
5-19-22 3pm | Interactive Visualization with R Shiny | Jiayi Ji, MS, Biostatistician for RUBIES |
4-21-22 3pm | Advanced Graphics in R | Kylie Getz, MS, Biostatistician for RUBIES |
3-17-22 3pm | Causal Mediation Analysis | Jason Roy, PhD, Chair, Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology & RUBIES Director |
2-17-22 3pm | Introduction to Causal Inference and Propensity Scores | Jason Roy, PhD, Chair, Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology & RUBIES Director |
1-20-22 3pm | Preparing for Research: An Introduction to QI & Research Study Designs and Sample Size Calculations | Patricia Greenberg, MS, Administrative Manager & Senior Biostatistician for RUBIES |
Additional Workshop Resources are available in CANVAS including:
- Setting the Stage: An Introduction to Biostatistics and Epidemiology for Researchers
- Statistical Design Considerations for Randomized and Exploratory Clinical Trials
- Best Practices in Data Management for Researchers
- Introduction to R for Clinical and Translational Research
NJ ACTS Biostatistics and Epidemiology Workshop Series
To access BERD CANVAS content, contact Jennifer Zabala
Jennifer Zabala Executive Assistant 732-235-9795 Email: zabalaje@sph.rutgers.edu |
BERD Mini-Methods Grants - Awarded 2019 and 2020
Investigator | Project Title | Year Awarded |
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Wei (Vivian) Li | Understanding Cell Type Specific Gene Regulatory Networks | 2019 |
Yaqun Wang | New Statistical Models for Cancer and Precision Medicine Studies with PDX Trial | 2019 |
Suril Gohel | Multimodal Neuroimaging Based Markers of AD Progression | 2019 |
Mark McGovern | How Common are Missing Data in HIV RCTs and How is the Problem Handled? Gathering Preliminary Data to Assess the Consequences of Assuming Missing at Random. | 2020 |
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RUBIES Project Support
Rutgers University Biostatistics & Epidemiology Services (RUBIES) is a center within Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences and the Rutgers School of Public Health that provides fee-for statistical support, including design, programming, data management, and data analysis, to investigators throughout Rutgers University. RUBIES team members complete requested services with the Faculty Director or other associated Faculty members where appropriate.
To request RUBIES services, click here.
Contact Us:
Jason Roy, PhD RUBIES Director 732-235-9168 jason.roy@rutgers.edu | Patricia Greenberg, MS RUBIES Manager 732-235-6093 patricia.greenberg@rutgers.edu |
Leadership Team

Perry Halkitits, PhD, MS, MPH
Dean
Professor, Depts. of Biostatistics and Epidemiology and Urban-Global Public Health
Director, Center for Health, Identity, Behavior and Prevention Studies (CHIBPS)
Rutgers School of Public Health
Email: perry.halkitis@rutgers.edu

Jason Roy, PhD
Chair and Professor
Dept. of Biostatistics and Epidemiology
Rutgers School of Public Health
Director, Rutgers University Biostatistics and Epidemiology Services Center (RUBIES)
Email: jason.roy@rutgers.edu

Zhi Wei, PhD
Professor & Associate Chair for Graduate Studies
Department of Computer Science
Ying Wu College of Computing
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Email: zhi.wei@njit.edu

Brandon Stewart, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Sociology
Department of Politics, Office of Population Research
Princeton University
Email: bms4@princeton.edu

Patricia Greenberg, MS
Manager & Senior Biostatistician
Rutgers University Biostatistics and Epidemiology Services Center (RUBIES)
Email: patricia.greenberg@rutgers.edu