The George Washington University
Biostatistician II
The George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Biostatistician II role at The George Washington University. The Department of Epidemiology at the Milken Institute School of Public Health is seeking a Biostatistician II to assist with an NIH-funded prospective multi-site longitudinal cohort study, the DC Cohort. This study captures clinical information on persons with HIV receiving outpatient HIV care in Washington, DC at 14 clinical sites and has operated since 2009 in partnership with clinical providers, the DC Department of Health, and the National Institutes of Health. The Biostatistician will join the DC Cohort Analytic Group and work on various analyses related to the DC Cohort. The position provides statistical design expertise, data management, and data analyses to answer hypothesis-driven epidemiological questions and may participate as a co-author in manuscripts and presentations reporting study results.
Responsibilities
Prepares datasets for analysis and conducts data analysis using advanced statistical procedures with SAS or other statistical programming software.
Creates programming analysis-related macros using SAS.
Develops and maintains reporting systems using SAS or other statistical programming software.
Performs data analysis using advanced statistical procedures (SAS and R) under supervision of senior statisticians.
Performs data management (auditing, editing & analysis) and quality control of study databases.
Collaborates in the development of analytical plans for addressing selected research questions.
Documents new processes and procedures created in the above tasks.
Collaborates in the design of studies with medical investigators to implement methods in collaboration with the DC Cohort Analytics Group.
Participates in project development from start to finish as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure deliverables are completed efficiently.
Contributes portions of abstracts, posters, reports and manuscripts for major publications and presentations of results.
Participates in general staff meetings or study-specific meetings as required and communicates with the GWU Biostatistics Center staff and epidemiology team as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications
MS or MPH in Biostatistics, Statistics, Health Data Science, Epidemiology, or related field, plus 3 years of relevant experience. Progressive Master’s level or equivalent experience in statistics or biostatistics. Degree conferred by start date.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with statistical programming using SAS is desired.
Experience or training in analyzing longitudinal datasets is preferred.
Strong scientific writing skills.
Knowledge of multi-variable regression modeling (linear, logistic) and familiarity with structural equation modeling or propensity score matching.
Prior experience in HIV epidemiology is preferred.
Excellent oral communication and ability to work independently and in a team, with the capacity to manage time across multiple projects.
Hiring Details Hiring Range: $61,899.53 - $100,660.14
Position Information
Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: Milken Institute School of Public Health
Family: Research and Labs
Sub-Family: Biostatistics
Stream: Individual Contributor
Level: Level 2
Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours per week
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm
Onsite: Yes (Hybrid acceptable)
Background Checks & Instructions
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search are required.
Employer will not sponsor for employment visa status. This position is grant-funded; continuation contingent on grant funding.
EEO Statement The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Posting Info
Job Open Date: 10/01/2025
Posting Number: R002332
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Responsibilities
Prepares datasets for analysis and conducts data analysis using advanced statistical procedures with SAS or other statistical programming software.
Creates programming analysis-related macros using SAS.
Develops and maintains reporting systems using SAS or other statistical programming software.
Performs data analysis using advanced statistical procedures (SAS and R) under supervision of senior statisticians.
Performs data management (auditing, editing & analysis) and quality control of study databases.
Collaborates in the development of analytical plans for addressing selected research questions.
Documents new processes and procedures created in the above tasks.
Collaborates in the design of studies with medical investigators to implement methods in collaboration with the DC Cohort Analytics Group.
Participates in project development from start to finish as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure deliverables are completed efficiently.
Contributes portions of abstracts, posters, reports and manuscripts for major publications and presentations of results.
Participates in general staff meetings or study-specific meetings as required and communicates with the GWU Biostatistics Center staff and epidemiology team as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications
MS or MPH in Biostatistics, Statistics, Health Data Science, Epidemiology, or related field, plus 3 years of relevant experience. Progressive Master’s level or equivalent experience in statistics or biostatistics. Degree conferred by start date.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with statistical programming using SAS is desired.
Experience or training in analyzing longitudinal datasets is preferred.
Strong scientific writing skills.
Knowledge of multi-variable regression modeling (linear, logistic) and familiarity with structural equation modeling or propensity score matching.
Prior experience in HIV epidemiology is preferred.
Excellent oral communication and ability to work independently and in a team, with the capacity to manage time across multiple projects.
Hiring Details Hiring Range: $61,899.53 - $100,660.14
Position Information
Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: Milken Institute School of Public Health
Family: Research and Labs
Sub-Family: Biostatistics
Stream: Individual Contributor
Level: Level 2
Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours per week
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm
Onsite: Yes (Hybrid acceptable)
Background Checks & Instructions
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search are required.
Employer will not sponsor for employment visa status. This position is grant-funded; continuation contingent on grant funding.
EEO Statement The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Posting Info
Job Open Date: 10/01/2025
Posting Number: R002332
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