Mathematical Statistician

Guidehouse•Bethesda, MD

11d•$130,000 - $216,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently searching for Mathematical Statistician to support the overall operational objectives of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) 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. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

PhD Degree or master’s degree plus three (3) years of experience in lieu of PhD
At least EIGHT (8) years of statistical data analysis related experience
Experience working with statistical software such as R or S+, Python and/or SAS
Significant experience in large-scale data analysis
Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse
Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Microsoft 365
Excellent analytical, organizational and time-management skills
Strong communications skills, both oral and written

Responsibilities

Collaborate with investigators on the design, conduct, interpretation, and/or analysis of direct-data projects
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
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
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

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