Mathematical Statistician

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a qualified Mathematical Statistician to perform critical duties in regulatory review and research. Candidates must have a strong background in mathematics or statistics, holding at least a bachelor's degree and several years of practical experience. The role involves designing innovative mathematical solutions and improving statistical methods in a government setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• 5 years of experience in relevant fields.
• Experience with scientific or regulatory review work.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mathematical methods and techniques.
• Conduct regulatory and scientific reviews.
• Adapt statistical processes using mathematical techniques.

Skills

Statistical methods

Mathematical techniques

Research

Regulatory review

Education

Bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics or related field

Master's degree

Doctorate

Job description

This position is being filled under a stream-lined hiring authority, Title 21 of the United States Code (21 US Code 379d-3a) as amended by the 21st Century Cures Act of 2016, section 3072 and the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, Section 3624. The candidate selected for this position will serve under a career or career-conditional appointment and be paid under the provisions of this authority. This position is being recruited based on the Title 21 Pay Table 2, Band D.
Duties

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• The candidate selected for this position will serve under a career or career-conditional appointment within the competitive service.
• Direct Deposit: You will be required to have all federal salary payments electronically deposited into a bank account with a financial institution of your choice.
• FDA participates in e-Verify: All new hires must complete the I-9 form; this information will be processed through e-Verify to determine your employment eligibility. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with the Selective Service. Please go to http://www.sss.gov for more information.
• One-year probationary period may be required.
• Financial Disclosure may be required.
• Ethics Clearance may be required.
• Background Investigation Requirement: All employees must pass a security investigation. Failing to pass the background check may be grounds for removal or legal action. If hired, you may be subject to additional investigations at a later time.
• Certification of Accuracy: All information concerning eligibility and qualification is subject to investigation and verification. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection, or appropriate legal action.

Qualifications
In order to qualify for the Mathematical Statistician position which falls under the 1529 occupational Series, you must meet the following requirements by 11:59 pm EST on 06/13/2025:

Basic Qualification Requirements:

Have a bachelor's degree or higher in mathematics, statistics or in a related quantitative science field. Degrees in math education are not related. The degree must be from an accredited program or institution.
OR
Have comparable experience performing (1) scientific or regulatory review work that involves designing, developing, and adapting mathematical methods and techniques to statistical processes or (2) research that relates to the basic theories and science of statistics.

AND

IN ADDITION TO MEETING THE BASIC REQUIREMENTS OUTLINED ABOVE, APPLICANTS MUST ALSO MEET ONE OF THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM YEARS OF EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS.

Have a bachelor's degree and have 5 years of comparable experience performing (1) scientific or regulatory review work that involves designing, developing, and adapting mathematical methods and techniques to statistical processes or (2) research that relates to the basic theories and science of statistics. OR
Have a master's degree and have 4 years of comparable experience performing (1) scientific or regulatory review work that involves designing, developing, and adapting mathematical methods and techniques to statistical processes or (2) research that relates to the basic theories and science of statistics. OR
Have a Doctorate and/or J.D. degree and have 2 years of comparable experience performing (1) scientific or regulatory review work that involves designing, developing, and adapting mathematical methods and techniques to statistical processes or (2) research that relates to the basic theories and science of statistics. OR
Have a MD, DO, DDS, DPM, or DVM degree and have 2 years of comparable experience performing (1) scientific or regulatory review work that involves designing, developing, and adapting mathematical methods and techniques to statistical processes or (2) research that relates to the basic theories and science of statistics. OR
Have 7 years of comparable experience performing (1) scientific or regulatory review work that involves designing, developing, and adapting mathematical methods and techniques to statistical processes or (2) research that relates to the basic theories and science of statistics.

NOTE: Applicants must submit all relevant transcripts that demonstrate you possess the required education to meet the Basic Qualifications.