Job Description

Are you passionate about advancing health outcomes for all? Do you enjoy analyzing data to provide meaningful insights into health research challenges?

Join our dynamic team at Ripple Effect as a Biostatistician SME to Program Managers at the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). In this pivotal role, you'll contribute your expertise to advance cutting-edge biomedical and health research at the forefront of innovation. 

As a Biostatistician SME, you will play a vital role as a scientific and technical advisor to ARPA-H Program Managers by offering invaluable support and thought leadership. You'll be instrumental in guiding research analyses and the application of cutting-edge methodologies in biostatistics.

If this position sounds of interest, there’s a place for you here at Ripple Effect! We are a diverse, progressive, and engaging work environment. We offer a multitude of incentives and flexible work options that work for you and your lifestyle. 

General Information

• Job Code: SHR-BI-04T
• Location: Washington, D.C.
• Employee Type: Exempt, Full-Time Regular
• Telework: Hybrid
• Travel: Occasional for site visits
• Clearance: Public Trust
• Number of Openings: Multiple
• Salary Range: $100,000 - $115,000 per year

Responsibilities

As a Biostatistician SME, you will assist and advise ARPA-H Program Managers on any and all technical and administrative tasks that further their research and development programs. Specific duties may include:

• Provide biostatistical review of research proposals and white papers to ensure adequate experimental design, sample size, and analysis approach.
• Translate complex statistical analyses and review into actionable guidance for program managers and research teams, facilitating their work in propelling ARPA-H initiatives forward.
• Identify and champion biostatistical methodologies and approaches with the potential to revolutionize ARPA-H programs, fostering a culture of innovation.
• Contribute scientific expertise to dialogues and presentations, enriching collective understanding of complex scientific challenges within ARPA-H.
• Provide policy or process recommendations based on analysis of data trends to achieve outcomes in alignment with ARPA-H mission.
• Forge effective collaboration within diverse ARPA-H teams, fostering a shared understanding of scientific opportunities and program goals.
• Convey complex scientific concepts clearly and succinctly to both technical and lay audiences.
• Actively engage in brainstorming sessions and problem-solving exercises to accelerate the success of ARPA-H initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience 

• PhD in Mathematics, Biostatistics, or related biomedical fields
• 7 years of related experience, including at least 4 years of research and development biostatistics experience 

Basic Requirements 

• Proven proficiency in understanding and application of biostatistics. 
• Experience with the design and analysis of biomedical research and clinical trials.
• Evidence of conducting autonomous research, proficient data analysis, and articulate scientific report writing. 
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and time management skills; demonstrated capacity for detailed organization and synthesis of abstract and disparate information. 
• Highly efficient and extremely detail-oriented. 
• Demonstrated strength in oral, written, and professional communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize among multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. 
• Ability to work independently and know when to seek assistance. 
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced deadline driven environment
• Published, peer-reviewed articles in the field of STEM expertise.
• US Citizenship, based on client requirements

To be successful at Ripple Effect, you must be able to pay attention to details, clearly communicate, work independently, and have an eagerness to learn. Learn more about what it takes to become a Rippler here . 

Skills That Set You Apart 

• Experience working with an ARPA 
• Understanding of HHS policies and regulations 
• Experience with government contracting or consulting 

Benefits

Ripple Effect rewards our employees for their contributions to our mission in many ways, from competitive pay and exceptional benefits to a range of work/life programs based on your employment classification and personalized preferences. 

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Ripple Effect is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, political affiliation, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know by contacting our HR department at HR@rippleeffect.com or your recruiter. Eligibility for employment will be verified using E-verify . 

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