Senior Biostatistician

Entellimetrix - Bethesda, MD

Full-time - Senior

Bethesda, MD

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Biostatistician will provide expert biostatistical support for the statistical design, analysis, and interpretation of data from community-based cohort studies and other research projects. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex statistical concepts to non-statistical audiences, ensuring that research findings are effectively conveyed and understood.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of study protocols and statistical analysis plans with a strong focus on hypothesis testing and relevant analytical frameworks.
• Perform complex statistical analyses (e.g., multilevel models, mediation, longitudinal, causal inference) using R, SPSS, and other relevant software to answer cutting-edge research questions from data collected from diverse community-based cohort studies.
• Conduct hypothesis testing and design statistical approaches tailored to the research aims of the study.
• Research and analyze new developments in biostatistical methods and applications.
• Provide statistical leadership to research staff and junior team members: training on advanced techniques and best practices for data management and analysis.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Biostatistics, Epidemiology, or a related field with a strong background in applying advanced statistical methods to epidemiological data.
• Extensive experience in applying statistical methods to public health, epidemiology, or clinical research, particularly within the context of community-based cohort studies.
• Proficiency in advanced statistical methods such as mediation models, multilevel analysis, causal inference, or longitudinal analysis, with hands-on experience using R, Mplus, SPSS, or equivalent software.
• Experience leading statistical contributions to publications, with a demonstrated ability to serve as lead author for manuscripts.

Nice-to-haves

• A Bachelor's degree with extensive specialized experience may be considered.
• Commitment to long-term engagement, with a history of holding positions for extended periods, reflecting stability and dedication to ongoing research projects.