Mathematical Statistician

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Mathematical Statistician Apply locations US - MD, Bethesda time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition

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Travel Required
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What You Will Do
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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.

What You Will Need
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• 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.

What Would Be Nice To Have
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• Knowledge of Microsoft 365

• Excellent analytical, organizational and time-management skills.

• Strong communications skills, both oral and written.

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…