OPS Biostatistician

Job Description: • The Public Health Biostatistician conducts special studies, research projects, and complex data analyses to inform public health initiatives and evaluate program effectiveness. • This position leads independent research initiatives, collaborates with academic partners, and provides advanced statistical consultation for priority state health questions. • Design and conduct complex analytical and epidemiological studies addressing public health priorities. • Develop research protocols and statistical analysis plans for multiple projects, including developing institutional review board applications. • Manage research projects from conception through completion and dissemination. • Collaborate with academic researchers and external partners on research initiatives. • Conduct sophisticated and advanced statistical analyses potentially including but not limited to, predictive modeling, causal inference, survival analyses, and logistic regression. • Match, integrate, and analyze data from multiple datasets. • Develop reports and presentations as required. Requirements: • Advanced knowledge of biostatistical methods. • Understanding of epidemiological experimental design and methods. • Knowledge of research ethics and human subjects’ protection. • Expert proficiency in statistical programming (e.g., SAS, R and/or Python). • Advanced database management and SQL programming skills. • Experience with data matching and data quality. • Proficiency in data visualization and analytics. • Ability to lead multiple complex projects. • Skills in coordinating teams and managing external collaborations. • Excellent scientific writing and presentation skills. • Ability to communicate complex findings to diverse audiences. • Experience with peer-reviewed publication and conference presentations. • Understanding of public health and epidemiology. Benefits: • State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory) • Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office) • Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed) • Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed) • Deferred Compensation (voluntary) • Employee Assistance Program (voluntary) • And more! Apply tot his job