SME IV – Statistician

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 127,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) in Silver Spring, MD seeks an SME IV – Statistician to provide biostatistical support for clinical and laboratory research, including analyses for trials and health studies, and to guide design choices.

You will lead data analytics efforts with PHCoE, prepare statistical reports, and collaborate with DoD partners. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a T3/Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Doctorate (PhD) in Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field is required.
• Experience with statistical methods and complex analyses in health research.
• Ability to design and oversee clinical trials and data analyses.

Responsibilities

• Works with the Project PI and other biostatisticians to achieve project goals and provides guidance on methods.
• Provides statistical support and prepares reports for presentations/publications.
• Coordinates statistical analysis and protocol data between protocols with consulting.
• Provides updates to research staff and recommends changes as needed.
• Leads data analytic team in collaboration with senior scientists.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Statistical software

Data modeling

Clinical trials design

Communication

Team leadership

Education

PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, or related field

13+ years post-doctoral experience

3+ years post-doctoral experience health data

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

Join the HJF Team!

Job Description

HJF is seeking a SME IV – Statistician to provide biostatistical support for clinical and/or laboratory research. Involves performing statistical analysis on data collected from clinical trials and/or research studies.

This position will provide technical and operational support to accomplish the mission of the Psychological Health Center of Excellence (PHCoE). Located in Silver Spring, MD, the PHCoE is a Department of Defense (DoD) initiative focused on improving mental health service delivery and promoting psychological health among service members. It collaborates across the DoD, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other agencies to develop clinical practice guidelines for psychological health conditions, substance use disorders, and suicide risk. PHCoE also produces evidence-based resources, clinical support tools, and expert-reviewed briefs to enhance patient care, operational readiness, and human performance in military settings.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Responsibilities

• Works with the Project PI and other biostatisticians to achieve the goals of the projects. Provides guidance in appropriate statistical methods as well as input into future design and methodology of studies
• Provides statistical support via statistical consultation and data analyses throughout the courses of studies and prepares statistical reports for presentations and publications.
• Coordinates statistical analysis and protocol data between protocols by providing statistical consulting on an ad hoc basis.
• Provides relevant statistical and project status updates to research staff. Recommends and implements changes as needed.
• Takes a leadership role in organizing the data analytic team in collaboration with the senior scientists
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct Supervisor: Direct authority to make decisions on employee hiring, disciplinary action, starting salaries and merit increases; Conduct employee performance evaluations and directs work activities.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Doctorate (PhD) in Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• At least 13 years of full-time post-doctoral work experience conducting complex statistical analyses.
• At least 3 years of full-time post-doctoral experience analyzing and modeling health-related research data.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Capability to apply statistical approaches and use specialized statistical software to analyze and model data in an enterprise data environment.
• Capability to use sophisticated research-supported statistical techniques and write code/syntax to solve complex statistical problems.
• Capability to propose valid statistical solutions to psychological health research problems based on available data.
• Capability to present data and interpretations in research reports and briefs.
• Capability to produce technical artifacts (e.g., reports, tools, briefings, presentations, and manuscripts) consistent with the KSAs described here and with the broader PHCoE mission set.
• Experience in the design of clinical trials.
• Knowledge of medical science and research.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to make effective presentations and publish.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Clearance, including background check and drug screening.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary pay range for this position is $127,000-$170,000. Actual salary/hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)