Biostatistician/Operations Research and System Analyst

Battelle•Tampa, FL

85d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Health Research and Analytics (HRA) business line is seeking a highly motivated, full-time Biostatistician/Operations Research & System Analyst to join our team in support of our government customer, U.S. Special Operations Command. This position will play a critical role in advancing the Preservation of the Forces and Family (POTFF) program, which is dedicated to optimizing and sustaining the mission readiness, longevity, and performance of Special Operations Forces (SOF). Through integrated and holistic human performance initiatives, POTFF strengthens both the Forces and their families, ensuring comprehensive support for those who serve. As a Biostatistician/Operations Research & System Analyst, you will contribute to impactful research and analytics that drive evidence-based decision-making and enhance the effectiveness of these vital programs. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of SOF personnel and their families while working in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. This position provides expert management, coordination, and analytical support for Special Operations Human Performance and psychological programs, offering guidance on planning, programming, budgeting, and policy development. The Biostatistician/Operations Research & System Analyst serves as a recognized authority in designing and applying advanced mathematical and statistical models to evaluate and optimize human performance initiatives, advise on alternative courses of action, and ensure programs align with mission requirements and strategic objectives. Additionally, this role collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, supports research and data-driven decision-making, and contributes to the development of capability documents and continuous improvement of health and behavioral programs across Special Operations Forces.

Requirements

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Performance, Behavioral/Social Science or related discipline
At least five years of experience working in a related field
Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods and analyses used to develop, adapt, modify, and apply models to resolve problems or define and clarify alternate solutions and for the assessment and improvement of Human Performance Program Level Planning
Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusions, develop and utilize appropriate data collection techniques and data cleansing to produce valid and reliable findings, conduct analysis, devise recommended solutions, and package the entire process in briefings, papers, or reports suitable for top management use and decision-making
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, negotiate complex issues, indicate solutions and develop a range of possible alternatives when there is no single solution, establish, and maintain good working relations with project stakeholders
Knowledge of a broad range of health and behavioral science research analysis techniques and corresponding analytical abilities
Ability to lead research teams; originate new ideas, projects, and methodologies; and execute projects and/or studies within established financial and/or time constraints
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance

Responsibilities

Provide management, coordination, liaison, advice, research, analysis, planning, programming, and budgeting advice and assistance, education and training policies and guidelines for Special Operations Human Performance, psychological and social programs
Provide expert guidance and advice to Component headquarters staff
Serve as a key analyst and recognized professional authority performing scientific work requiring the design, development, and adaptation of mathematical and statistical models and techniques and provide advice and insight about the probable effects of alternative courses of action
Support the strategic planning process for Special Operations Forces unique programs to enhance individual and unit performance
Coordinate joint integration and management of all Component Command force preservation capabilities
Determine alternative ways to achieve the best mix of personnel, equipment, and training, within fiscal constraints, to optimize special operations human performance and rapidly repair injured personnel and return them to duty
Evaluate Human Performance Programs (HPP) and Psychological Performance Programs across the Component and Theater Special Operations Command (TSOC) and develop corresponding measures of effectiveness
Ensure Component programs target performance and rehabilitation parameters according to mission requirements and program policy, encompassing the following strategic areas: Humans Are More Important than Hardware and Human Capital Preservation
Apply expert analytical and evaluative skills to determine the actions necessary to support a variety of established Human Performance initiatives
Provide information about psychological factors in sports, exercise, and physical activity to individuals and groups
Assist POTFF Staff with goal setting, performance profiling, visualization, and performance planning
Develop counseling programs for overtraining, burnout, aggression, and violence
Foster collaboration throughout the POTFF to enhance the quality of patient care delivered
Conduct periodic literature reviews to ensure the POTFF stays current with the provision of care
Support and foster research conducted at the POTFF under supervision of government staff
Participate in the collection and reporting of workload data as requested by the POTFF Managers
Perform a broad range of health and behavioral research analysis and application entailing unique problems, creativity, innovative use of research methods, and advanced statistics
Utilize scientific inquiry in the independent development of mathematical models of problem areas in forms of one of several equations to evaluate and predict the ability to support assigned programs, studies, or problems
Provide technical guidance, advisory support, and assistance on an entire project and/or major phases for broad and varied operations.
Attend meetings, conferences, briefings, and seminars to remain current in the field of statistical analysis and developments in the fields of multivariate statistics, database mining, integration, and interpretation
Assist the Government by providing input into the development of Initial Capability Documents (ICD), Capability development Documents (CDD), Capability Production Documents, DOTMLPF Change Recommendations (DCR), and SOFCIDS

Benefits

Compressed work schedule (every other Friday off)
Hybrid work arrangement (60% in-office, 40% remote)
Paid time off
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Wellness incentives and benefits
Optional supplemental benefits
Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support
Family formation support
401(k) retirement savings plan (5% company contribution regardless of employee contribution, plus matching)
Tuition assistance