Mathematical Statistician (Recent Graduate)

U.S. Census Bureau•Suitland, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The U.S. Census Bureau is hiring a Mathematical Statistician (Recent Graduate) at its headquarters in Suitland, Maryland. The position may also be used to fill other Mathematical Statistician positions in the same geographical location with the same qualifications and specialized experience. The role is part of the Census Bureau’s one-year Recent Graduates Program, which provides formal training, job assignments, and a mentor to help participants develop competencies relevant to the Bureau’s mission. The positions are at the GS-7/9 entry levels, with an opportunity for a term or permanent appointment after successful completion of the program and satisfaction of conversion requirements.

Requirements

Be a recent graduate of a qualifying institution, generally within two years of degree or certification; veterans whose military service obligation precluded applying may have up to six years. Students with a degree conferral date on or before December 31, 2026, may be considered.
Submit college transcripts as proof of meeting the basic entry requirements, and indicate graduation or expected graduation date on the resume.
Meet the individual occupational requirement through a degree including 24 semester hours in mathematics and statistics, with at least 12 hours in mathematics and 6 hours in statistics, or an acceptable combination of education and experience meeting those coursework requirements.
Mathematics coursework must include at least four specified advanced mathematics topics, such as calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, or other qualifying advanced courses.
For GS-07, have one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-05 involving statistical software, assistance with survey planning, and assistance developing part of a statistical analysis report; alternatively, qualify through one full year of graduate education or superior academic achievement.
For GS-09, have one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-07 involving standard statistical methods and survey-data analysis, statistical analysis software, a report on statistical analysis, and mathematical analysis of trends or outcomes; alternatively, qualify through two years of progressively higher graduate education leading to a master's degree or a master's or equivalent graduate degree.
Education and experience may be combined where both are acceptable for the grade level.
Be a U.S. citizen and successfully complete a background investigation.
Sign a Pathways Agreement.
Complete the required USA Hire assessment within 48 hours of application submission, subject to the stated reasonable-accommodation process.
Meet all qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.

Responsibilities

Implement assigned projects requiring application of mathematical statistical theory.
Communicate statistical findings through written reports and presentations of study or data results.
Use statistical analysis software to assist with researching, implementing, or evaluating statistical methods.