Biostatistician at Cherokee Federal in Aberdeen, MD

The Biostatistician provides statistical leadership and analytic support for public health studies, surveillance activities, and program evaluations. Advises on study design, develops analysis plans, specifies analysis files, conducts statistical analyses, prepares tables and figures, interprets results, and writes statistical sections of technical reports. Collaborates with data managers, investigators, and customers while maintaining statistical documentation and data in accordance with applicable regulations and procedures.

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.  You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Biostatistician: 

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Biostatistician Responsibilities Include: 

• Provide statistical support to PIs in the writing of research proposals, IACUC protocols, IRB protocols, manuscripts, and technical reports. 
• Works with research staff to develop scientifically-sound study designs and writes the statistical section of research protocols, manuscripts, and tech reports. 
• Generate datasets, tables, figures, and listings to support the analysis of data using SAS and/or approved statistical programs. 
• Perform quality control check of SAS or other statistical programs in use. 
• Handles complex SAS programming issues as required. 
• Provide and/or verify sample size calculations, including power analyses. 
• Provide and/or verify calculation of results data, including statistical analysis selection and explanation of use.
• Provide assistance with quality control of statistical analyses in research documents (e.g., presentations, manuscripts, grants).
• Assist with completion of statistical activities for study within timelines. 

Biostatistician Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree; Master's preferred in Biostatistics or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of research-related experience (including with SAS or other approved statistical program). 
• 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. 

  Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

   

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNIH, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer: Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, and Accommodation request.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Please Note:  This position is pending a contract award.  If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY!  Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.