Scientific Program Analyst - CAMRIS

Overview

We are seeking a Scientific Program Analyst to support the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH), world renowned National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, MD. Our NIAID professional, technical, and scientific support personnel are part of a preeminent team focused on positively impacting millions of lives around the world with groundbreaking research. Candidates will work at a prominent, diverse and vibrant NIAID worksite to directly support exciting ongoing research activities as a contractor team member. Accelerate your career and apply below to help us make a difference.

CAMRIS International is a dynamic clinical research and international development firm that achieves innovative solutions to health and development challenges through high-quality, cost-effective programs and research management services. We combine our proven systems with today’s most effective, evidence-based best practices. Our core practice areas include: clinical research; vaccine research, microbiology and infectious disease research, development and production; biodefense; global health security; and HIV/AIDS programs. 

Our employees enjoy a diverse, collegial environment where individual contributions matter at all levels. At CAMRIS, you will notably improve the lives of people at home and abroad.  

Responsibilities

• Independently and accurately collect, format, clean, structure and enrich complex data and evaluate its quality and integrity.
• Analyze, evaluate and visualize complex datasets.
  • Experience analyzing NIH grants, scientific portfolios, programs and policies, bibliometric data, patent applications and awards, research trends, and social networks is strongly preferred.
• Develop new tools and methods to enhance existing tools or analysis methods.
• Manage and organize projects by developing and updating project plans that accurately reflect milestones, and resources for projects.
• Work effectively to meet deadlines, often on a short turnaround, and be able to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
• Review, monitor, analyze and interpret narrative and statistical findings from independently developed analyses or literature.
• Communicate research results through multiple venues such as internal presentations, newsletter articles, conference presentations, project reports or scientific publications.
• Assist in the documentation, organization, and maintenance of ongoing projects and activities or lead meetings as requested.
• Work effectively in teams with diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise.
• Keep up-to-date knowledge of key policies and Public Health concepts related to NIH funded research programs as well as data infrastructure and data management concepts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s (BS) or Master’s (MS) degree in a biological, biomedical, computational or data science field is required.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in data science or data analytics with proven ability to analyze data and translate analysis into meaningful insights.
• Strong background working with R, RShiny and/or Python.
• General understanding of SQL query development, general database principles, data coding, data integrity, and statistical sampling and Excel strongly preferred.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision but also participate in collaborative projects.
• Able to rapidly respond to changing requirements and priorities.
• Able to prioritize and multi-task across numerous work streams and keep organized.
• Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills, including exceptional attention to detail with excellent follow through.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including visual representation of data for all audience levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work with staff at all levels.

CAMRIS International LLC offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.CAMRIS.com. CAMRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Public Trust-level background check, a requirement for this position under an active federal contract. The background check process may include, but is not limited to the following: (1) contacting your professional references; (2) verification of previous employment, education and credentials; (3) a criminal background check; (4) use/abuse of federally-controlled substances; and (5) a department of motor vehicle check. Candidates must be prepared to fully-complete any required background check questionnaire during initial onboarding.