Biostatistician

Loyal Source; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A government contractor in Honolulu is seeking a professional expert in human performance analysis. The ideal candidate must have a PhD in a relevant field and experience in qualitative and quantitative research methods. Responsibilities include providing strategic support for Special Operations programs and developing counseling programs for various performance factors. This position requires effective communication and teamwork skills, aimed at enhancing individual and unit performance in specialized operations.

Qualifications

• PhD in Human Performance, Behavioral/Social Science, or related discipline.
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods and analyses.
• Ability to analyze facts and develop data collection techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide management and coordination for Special Operations Human Performance programs.
• Serve as an analyst for scientific work requiring mathematical modeling.
• Support strategic planning for Special Operations Forces programs.

Skills

Qualitative and quantitative analysis skills

Effective communication

Behavioral science research analysis

Education

PhD in Human Performance or related discipline

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide management, coordination, liaison, advice, research, analysis, planning, programming, and budgeting advice and assistance for Special Operations Human Performance, psychological, and social programs.
• Serve as a key analyst and recognized professional authority performing scientific work requiring design, development, and adaptation of mathematical and statistical models and techniques.
• Provide advice and insight about the probable effects of alternative courses of action.
• Support the strategic planning process for Special Operations Forces 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.
• Evaluate Human Performance Programs (HPP) and Psychological Performance Programs across the Component and Theater Special Operations Command (TSOC) and develop measures of effectiveness.
• Ensure Component programs target performance and rehabilitation parameters according to mission requirements and program policy.
• Apply expert analytical and evaluative skills to support established Human Performance initiatives.
• Provide information about psychological factors in sports, exercise, and physical activity.
• Assist the 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 patient care quality.
• Conduct literature reviews to ensure the POTFF stays current with care provision.
• Support and foster research conducted at the POTFF under supervision.
• Participate in the collection and reporting of workload data for POTFF Managers.
• Perform health and behavioral research analysis using advanced statistics.
• Utilize scientific inquiry to develop mathematical models to evaluate and predict program support.
• Provide technical guidance and advisory support on projects and major phases for varied operations.
• Attend meetings, conferences, briefings, and seminars to remain current in statistical analysis and multivariate statistics.
• Assist in providing input for development of Initial Capability Documents and related documents.

Qualifications

• PhD in Human Performance, Behavioral/Social Science, or related discipline.
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods and analyses for developing, adapting, modifying, and applying models.
• Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze facts, develop and utilize data collection techniques, conduct analysis, and package findings for decision-making.
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing, with the ability to negotiate complex issues and indicate solutions.
• Knowledge of health and behavioral science research analysis techniques.

Experience

• At least five years of experience working in a related field.
• Ability to lead research teams and execute projects within financial and time constraints.

Legal and Accommodation Information

Loyal Source does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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