Data Analyst/ Research Scientist (Research Medical Records Datasets Exp Required)

Description

Job Description:

Leidos is seeking a full-time Data Analyst/Research Scientist to support the Naval Health Research Center, San Diego, CA.  The candidate will provide statistical and analytical support for research to modernize the existing U.S. Navy Search and Rescue (SAR) database, examine gaps in en route care (ERC), and assess outcomes following limited duty status; plan and perform statistical analyses for research projects with complex study designs; consult with team members to derive an in-depth understanding of the hypotheses and experimental approaches; exercise independent judgment in the resolution of analytical problems while working in a team environment.

Due the COVID-19 pandemic, employees may be able to work from home during periods of greater infection risk.  Longer term, this position will be required to be on-site at the Naval Health Research Center at least 3 days per week. 

Due to federal contract restrictions, candidate must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides statistical guidance and support to the Principal Investigator and other team members.

• Performs data manipulations and statistical analyses using SQL, R, and/or SAS. Conducts various types of analyses using logistic regression, analysis of variance, survival analysis, multilevel modeling, and other techniques as required.

• Performs data manipulations and statistical analyses using military medical records to identify health trends.

• Maintains meticulous records of data analysis procedures and findings.

• Contributes to the team effort by accomplishing related duties as needed.

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s degree in statistics or relevant social science field (e.g., epidemiology, public health, psychology) with heavy quant focus and at least 2 years of significant research experience with large, complex medical records datasets

• Knowledge of statistics and R and/or SAS programming.

• Experience with manipulation of large datasets and databases.

• Knowledge of statistical techniques for handling missing data.

• Knowledge; analysis of variance, including repeated measures; logistic regression; analysis of variance; survival analysis; multilevel modeling

• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently as well as in a team. Ability to plan and prioritize work.

• U.S citizenship required

• Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain one

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated familiarity with the Military Health System Data Repository and/or other large complex military databases

• Demonstrated experience preparing military research documents, including military data-sharing agreements and IRB protocols

• Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and write complex documents such as project reports, technical reports, and manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication

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Pay Range:

The 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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About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 45,000 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, 2022.  For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

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