Job Family:
Research Analyst
Travel Required:
None
Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Public Trust
What You Will Do:
We are currently searching for Mathematical Biostatistician to support the overall operational objectives of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) through the provision of support services. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.
- Collaborate with investigators on the design, conduct, interpretation, and/or analysis of direct-data projects to answer questions regarding heart, lung, and blood diseases and major risk factors to account for previously unexplained phenomena and/or open significant new avenues for further study.
- Prepare data and/or results for presentation and/or publication in collaboration with investigator(s).
- Validate or modify scientific theories or methodologies relating to topic areas to result in improved understanding of techniques or medical practice.
- Apply conventional, established approaches, methods, techniques, and solutions to new situations or develop new analytical techniques.
- Develop new hypotheses and approaches for studies using state-of-the-art methods as appropriate.
- Provide expert statistical consultation to and collaborate with scientists within the NHLBI and associated research groups.
- Select and implement appropriate methods of study design, data collection, summary, and analysis in the biological and medical sciences.
- Apply a variety of statistical techniques such as analysis of variance, probability, regression analysis, contingency tables, survival analysis, tests of significance, confidence intervals, and sample size requirements for clinical data.
- Work with investigators to turn general research objectives into well-defined scientific and testable statistical hypotheses. Determine whether the available data or the data to be collected will allow the hypotheses to be tested.
- Evaluate methodologies used and ensure results are valid and reliable.
- Resolve technical problems in collection of biomedical information data.
- Assist in the development and implementation of quality control and other study-monitoring procedures.
- Contribute to the initiation of research projects in the application or modifications of mathematical statistics required for data analysis or for statistical investigations.
- Participate in regularly scheduled branch meetings; discuss data and/or results.
- Contribute to the writing and editing of scientific papers.
- Keep abreast of statistical developments through review of literature, attending professional meetings, conferences, and symposia.
What You Will Need:
- PhD in statistics, biostatistics or related field; a master’s degree with three additional years of experience can be substituted for PhD.
- Minimum THREE (3) years of experience with biomedical and clinical research study data.
- Experience working with statistical software such as R or S+, Python, and/or SAS.
- Significant experience conducting large-scale data analysis.
- Proven track record of productivity as judged by peer-reviewed publications recommended.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
- Knowledgeable in areas such as longitudinal data analysis, statistical genetics, data science and machine learning.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Strong communications skills, both oral and written.
- Knowledge of Microsoft 365.
The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Care.com annual membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
