BIOSTATISTICIAN 2

State of Nevada; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

Retirement

Deferred Compensation

No Nevada state income tax

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Longevity Payments Eligibility

Job summary

The State of Nevada Health Authority, Office of Analytics, seeks a Biostatistician 2 to support WIC-related data analysis in Reno or Carson City. You will analyze complex datasets, link and validate data across sources, and deliver routine and ad hoc reports for internal and external stakeholders.

You will develop, document, and maintain analytic code using SAS/SQL, translating technical findings into clear insights for public health decision-making under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, or closely related field plus applicable experience.
• At least 1 year of professional statistical analysis experience.
• Experience with health data and SAS/SQL.
• Ability to translate findings for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and link databases; conduct health studies and prepare statistical reports.
• Provide management with descriptive summaries and evaluations of numeric data for policy development.
• Compile and analyze vital statistics for the State and prepare annual health reports.
• Conduct rigorous statistical analyses and evaluate state program effectiveness.

Skills

Probability

Statistics

Data analysis

SAS

SQL

Data linkage

Descriptive statistics

Education

Bachelor's degree in statistics

Bachelor's degree in mathematics

Tools

SAS

SQL

Job description

• No Nevada state income tax.

Job Summary

This position is within the Nevada Health Authority, Office of Analytics, and is located in Reno or Carson City, Nevada. The Biostatistician 2 serves as a primary analyst supporting data related to Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), contributing to public health program evaluation, planning, and decision-making. The position conducts statistical analyses of complex datasets; performs data linkage, validation, and quality assurance across multiple data sources; and produces routine and ad hoc reports and analytic summaries for internal and external stakeholders. The role applies appropriate statistical and data analysis methods to evaluate trends, outcomes, and program performance. The position develops, documents, and maintains analytic code using SAS, SQL, and/or comparable statistical and data management software. This position requires the ability to translate technical findings into clear, actionable information, work under time-sensitive deadlines, and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of data products that inform program planning, evaluation, and policy development.

Biostatisticians perform complex mathematical and statistical analysis on public health databases by applying statistical theories and principles to determine cause and effect relationships.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in statistics, mathematics or closely related field and one year of professional experience conducting statistical analysis including gathering and analyzing data from various sources using computer software; OR one year of experience as a Biostatistician I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Job Duties

Develop, maintain and link databases; conduct health and population based studies and prepare statistical reports, forecasts and models.

Provide management with specific descriptive summaries and evaluations of numeric data that are necessary in developing public health policy.

Compile and analyze vital statistics for the State and prepare annual reports on the health of the citizens of the State.

Conduct comprehensive research and statistical analysis and evaluate the effectiveness of State programs for health care; identify appropriate questions and design the research methodology to produce the desired results.

Compile a variety of statistical data and prepare numerous statistical reports relating to disease and health in the State; conduct the epidemiological study of health data currently collected and maintained by various data systems including the State Cancer Registry and other data repositories such as trauma registry, medical billing and claims databases and vital statistics (birth and death), among others; perform follow‑up analyses where necessary; and publish comprehensive documented reports of study results.

Conduct surveys in accordance with accepted methods and principles of random sampling, survey design and evaluation of study results.

Provide recommendations to the State Board of Health, State Health Officer, Division Administrators and others regarding statistical findings and provide advice related to various statistical matters as required.

Provide technical assistance and advice on the application of statistical methods.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Under general supervision, incumbents perform the full range of duties described in the series concept and conduct statistical analysis by gathering data from various sources using computer software. Incumbents analyze a variety of health and population data, link and match databases; gather, compile and analyze physical, behavioral, social and cultural research and statistical data; prepare questionnaires and forms for gathering raw data and present data in graphic, pictorial and tabular form using descriptive statistics for measures of central tendency, dispersion and trend; analyze and interpret the significance of raw data and the validity and reliability of survey/study findings; prepare or assist in the preparation of research and project reports. This is the journey level in the series.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Working knowledge of: probability, statistical techniques and their applications; capabilities and limitations of tabulating and calculating data; various methods of presenting statistical data; operation of computers and appropriate statistical software packages; theoretical basis for statistical research methods, techniques and their applications; current public health terminology; theoretical principles used in estimation and hypothesis testing; analysis of variance and covariance; fitting of regression curves, probability and experimental design.

General knowledge of: demography and epidemiology principles and problems.

Ability to: accurately present qualitative and quantitative information both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, other public agencies and private entities.

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Benefits Include

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
• No Nevada state income tax.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits

may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).

• State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The Following Are Legal Holidays

• January 1.............................................. New Year's Day
• Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday
• Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday
• Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
• June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
• July 4.................................................... Independence Day
• First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
• Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
• November 11........................................ Veterans' Day
• Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
• Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
• December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255