Want Biomedical Statistical Specialist in Rockville, MD

Job title: Biomedical Statistical Specialist

Company: Guidehouse

Job description: Job Family: Scientific Research & Analysis (Digital)

Travel Required: Up to 10%

Clearance Required: None

We are searching for a Biomedical Statistical Specialist with a strong statistical background to support the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The position is part of a multi-disciplinary team of scientists who provide computational biology support, training, and consultation services to researchers. This opportunity is a full-time position with MSC and based in Rockville, MD with opportunity for on-site or remote work.

What You Will Do:

• Plan and carry out statistical analyses, including quality control/assessment, experimental design, feasibility assessment, and reporting of results
• Provide statistical consultation and analysis of NIH scientists? datasets from both basic and clinical research projects
• Work independently and collaborate with bioinformaticians and biologists to develop or implement statistical methods to integrate and summarize omics data derived from WGS/WES, RNA-seq, scRNA-seq and many other emerging high-throughput genomics, epigenomics, metagenomics, proteomics, and metabolomics data.

What You Will Need:

• Ph.D. (Preferred degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Statistical Genetics, Population Genetics, Data Science, Computational Biology, or Bioinformatics) OR M.S. degree with 4-6 years of relevant work experience in the above domains (e.g. in industry, academia, or public sectors)
• Fundamental knowledge of statistical methodology, including power analysis, basic and advanced statistical tests, general linear models, mixed models, nonlinear models, nonparametric methods, multivariate methods, cluster analysis, principal components, partial least squares, joint modeling, and time series analyses
• Proficiency in Python or R statistical programming, as well as data visualization (e.g., ggplot2 or matplotlib)
• Experience applying statistical methodologies and programming skills to biomedical problems and working with non-technical collaborators
• Experience with teaching, tutoring, or training of scientists in statistical programming
• Proficiency in version control (e.g., git and GitHub)
• Familiarity with SAS, JMP, and Prism software
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the US

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience in the statistical analysis of multiple omics data types (e.g., WGS/WES, RNA-Seq, proteomics, etc.) is preferred
• Experience with a reproducible workflow library (e.g., targets in R or snakemake in Python) is preferred
• Experience with high performance computing environments, machine learning or artificial intelligence/deep learning is preferred
• Experience with developing software packages (e.g., R packages, python modules, etc.) or visual dashboards (e.g., Shiny in R or Streamlit, Dash, etc. in Python) is preferred

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Care.com annual membership

Employee Assistance Program

Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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Location: Rockville, MD

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