Senior Analyst/Biostatistician @Altarum
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[Hiring] Senior Analyst/Biostatistician @Altarum

Dec 23, 2024 - Altarum is hiring a remote Senior Analyst/Biostatistician. 📍Location: USA.

Altarum Institute’s Applied Research and Analytics Practice Area is seeking a Senior Analyst/Biostatistician to join our fast-paced, demanding, but rewarding, consulting environment. We work to improve the health of disenfranchised populations by combining our expertise in public health and health care delivery to address health disparities, improve programs, and build better systems of care through an equity-focused lens.
 
The ideal candidate will bring a strong, working knowledge of statistics and experience educating clients about statistical study design for policy-level outcomes. While primarily supporting projects within the Survey Science team, this position may also support work across projects on various health topics relevant to Altarum focus areas, including providing consultation on statistical considerations. This role will include advanced statistical analysis; research study design, including sampling procedures and power calculations; survey methods; developing data collection tools; leading data analysis; and developing reports and other communications that portray findings in compelling ways for a broad range of audiences. You will also provide thought leadership and expert consultation to the team and our clients, as well as mentor earlier career analysts. The successful candidate will also bring experience participating in business development efforts, networking, and developing strong partner relationships.


Responsibilities
  • Apply advanced statistical knowledge to the design of survey samples, data collection, data processing, analysis of data, and interpretation of results
  • Advise internal and external clients on sample sizes required to achieve desired statistical outcomes
  • Lead research study design and serve as lead analyst for quantitative projects
  • Develop sampling approaches, including weighting data, conducting sample size estimates and power calculations
  • Describe, interpret, and provide visuals for research results for a non-technical audience.
  • Use subject matter knowledge and experiences to formulate plans and manage project timelines and processes for completion
  • Summarize monthly and annual progress and results for projects, using clear and concise written narrative, data charts and effective visualizations
  • Provide mentorship to and oversee the work of junior analysts
  • Consult with external clients and internal staff to define need or problem and analytic solutions
  • Oversee research, administer studies, evaluate results to advise on or recommend solutions, utilizing knowledge of theory, principles, or technology of specific discipline or fields of specialization
  • Work on multiple projects concurrently
  • Support business development efforts, including proposal and grant writing


  • Qualifications
  • PhD from an accredited college or university in Public Health Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Data Science, or related field with relevant specialized training in statistics or equivalent experience.
  • 8+ years of directly related experience in conducting complex analyses (with 5+ years of post-doctorate experience in conducting complex analyses).
  • Strong analytical/critical thinking skills and knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research and evaluation methods and design.
  • Content area knowledge and experience related to public health and healthcare delivery. 
  • Experience with survey data collection
  • Experience with project conceptualization, planning, implementation, execution, and presentation of results
  • Proficiency in all basic office software applications (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Proficiency in statistical programs (SAS required; STATA or SPSS preferred)
  • Experience designing and producing effective data visualizations preferred
  • Demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience in development and management of large, complex evaluations, including quality assurance of data
  • Ability to gather and analyze available data/information and draw logical conclusions
  • Proficient written communication skills with ability to develop technical reports that effectively communicate findings
  • Must be able to receive a U.S. Security Clearance (sole U.S. citizenship required)
  • Familiarity with military and Veteran populations is preferred
  • Experience with proposal or grant writing


  • Logistical Requirements
  • At this time, we will only accept candidates who are presently eligible to work in the United States and will not require sponsorship.
  • Our organization requires that all work, for the duration of your employment, must be completed in the continental U.S. unless required by contract.
  • If you are local to our offices in Arlington, Silver Spring, Novi, or Portland this role will be hybrid.
  • Must be able to work during eastern time unless approved by your manager.


  • Federal Badging
  • Suitability for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation
  • HHS Personal Identification Verification Badge: In addition to Palladian’s standard background process this role requires a government badge/clearance.  More information can be found at: https://ors.od.nih.gov/ser/dpsac/Pages/Home.aspx#popup1 and https://ors.od.nih.gov/ser/dpsac/applicants-employees/DPSAC-process-overview/adjudication-branch/Pages/suitability-criteria.aspx
  • ABOUT ALTARUM: 

    Altarum is a nonprofit organization focused on improving the health of individuals with fewer financial resources and populations disenfranchised by the health care system.  We work primarily on behalf of federal and state governments to design and implement solutions that achieve measurable results.  We combine our expertise in public health and health care delivery with technology development and implementation, practice transformation, training and technical assistance, quality improvement, data analytics, and applied research and evaluation. Our innovative solutions and proven processes lead to better value and health for all. 
     
    In addition to the meaningful and challenging work, Altarum offers an outstanding benefits program that includes paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401k (3% employer contribution plus opportunity for gainsharing), a flexible work environment, and much more. We invite you to explore exciting and rewarding career opportunities with us.  
     
    Altarum provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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