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Are you looking for an exciting job opportunity that will allow you to use your skills and expertise to make a real difference? The National Security Sector has just the role for you! We are seeking for a Sr. Biostatisticianto join our team! You will be supporting the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) within Health & Human Services (HHA) in Washington DC - role is 100% remote.
The mission of the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) is to develop medical countermeasures that address the public health and medical consequences of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) accidents, incidents and attacks, pandemic influenza, and emerging infectious diseases.
As the lead Biostatistician, you’ll help find correlates of protection for BARDA’s work on Project NextGen to develop the next generation of COVID vaccines, and work with a dedicated team of scientists and researchers to support vaccine and therapeutic development as part of a White House priority effort.
What Will You Do
Conduct correlates of protection analysis for vaccine and therapeutic candidates in phase 2-3 clinical studies.
Develop statistical analysis plans, including sampling plans for markers/assays for a range of candidate vaccines
Statistical methods implementation
Review and analyze clinical trial data
Lead junior data analysts to support statistical analysis efforts
Lead development of reports, including preparation for publication in peer-reviewed journals
Your Areas of Knowledge & Expertise (job qualifications)
A PhD in biostatistics, statistics, mathematics, epidemiology, or other closely related fields
Experience with biostatistics and clinical trial analysis
Experience with scientific or mathematical software or programming; particularly R or other statistical language
Experience with biomarkers analysis from laboratory tests
Experience with biomarker correlation with health outcomes
Strong, clear communicator with the ability to successfully interact with a diverse group of senior scientists and other stakeholders
A clearance is not required to start; however, you must have the ability to obtain a Public Trust level of Clearance (U.S. Citizenship is a requirement)
Must reside in the Continental United States
Desired Skills
Two years or more of professional experience with vaccine correlates of protection
Subject matter knowledge of quantitative infectious disease modeling, COVID-19 epidemiology, and/or related sciences
Experience developing statistical plans for FDA approval
Experience with parametric and non-parametric analysis, linear and non-linear models, case-control and cohort studies, machine learning tools, and vaccine correlates of risk and protection
Experience working with a data-science team, including knowledge of best practices of code management, and working with large-scale data
At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We inspire our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you – apply today!
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Original Posting Date:
2024-02-14While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $101,400.00 - $183,300.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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Original Posting Date:
02/14/2024While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
About Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's 47,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2023. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
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