Biostatistician II

CDC Foundation; United States; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative nonprofit organization seeks a motivated Biostatistician II for a summer position, offering a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in public health. This role involves applying biostatistics and data visualization techniques to real-world challenges, supporting the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services. Ideal for students or recent graduates, this position allows you to contribute to impactful projects that enhance health outcomes across Nevada. Join a dynamic team and help make a difference in public health through data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications

• Proficient in statistical software and data visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of statistical methods and public health principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing studies and performing statistical analyses.
• Contribute to the development of Power BI dashboards and visual reports.

Skills

Statistical software (SAS, R, STATA, SPSS)

Data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)

Statistical methods

Public health principles

Data analysis

Written and verbal communication

Education

Master’s degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Public Health, or Epidemiology

Bachelor’s degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Public Health, or Epidemiology

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

The CDC Foundation helps the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) save and improve lives by unleashing the power of collaboration between CDC, philanthropies, corporations, organizations, and individuals to protect the health, safety, and security of America and the world. The CDC Foundation is the go-to nonprofit authorized by Congress to mobilize philanthropic partners and private-sector resources to support CDC’s critical health protection mission. Since 1995, the CDC Foundation has raised over $1.9 billion and launched more than 1,300 programs impacting a variety of health threats, from chronic diseases like cardiovascular disease and cancer to infectious diseases like rotavirus and HIV, as well as emergency responses including COVID-19 and Ebola. The CDC Foundation managed hundreds of programs in the United States and in more than 90 countries last year. Visit www.cdcfoundation.org for more information.

Position Highlights:

Position Title: Biostatistician II (Summer Position)

Location: Hybrid – part-time onsite in Carson City, NV and part-time remote

Position End Date: 6/1/2025 – 8/31/2025

Salary: $25.88/hr plus benefits (Non-exempt)

Overview:

The CDC Foundation is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic public health Biostatistician II for the summer to support the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in applying biostatistics and data visualization techniques to real-world public health challenges. You will work on projects that analyze public health data, contribute to data-driven decisions, and enhance health programs across Nevada. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates looking to deepen their understanding of biostatistics and public health while contributing to meaningful projects that improve population health outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Basic proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SAS, R, STATA, SPSS) and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is preferred.
• Strong understanding of statistical methods and public health principles.
• Ability to analyze and present data clearly and effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for public health research and data-driven decision-making.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.

Education:

Current enrollment in or recent completion of a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Public Health, Epidemiology, or a related field.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in designing studies and performing statistical analyses on state-level public health data.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of Power BI dashboards and visual reports, presenting data and trends to support public health decision-making.
• Support data cleaning, modeling, and other statistical analyses on a variety of public health datasets.
• Collaborate with Nevada DHHS teams to produce clear and impactful visualizations that effectively communicate public health trends and outcomes.
• Participate in special projects as assigned, gaining experience in different areas of public health and biostatistics.
• Work with large datasets from health surveillance systems and public health registries, developing insights that can be used to inform health programs and policies.

Special Notes:

This role involves working in a dynamic public health environment. Roles and responsibilities may evolve as situations change, and they may be expanded or updated with written approval from the CDC Foundation and Nevada DHHS to best support public health initiatives.

This position is hybrid – part-time onsite in Carson City, NV, and part-time remote. The CDC Foundation reserves the right to make adjustments as needed.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We comply with applicable laws including E.O. 11246 and the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and do not discriminate unlawfully. As a federal contractor, we take affirmative action for protected veterans.

The CDC Foundation is a smoke-free environment.

Relocation expenses are not covered.