Summary
A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be considered for a highly qualified candidate. The incumbent serves as a biostatistician and provides complete management of assigned cooperative (multicenter) clinical trials and epidemiologic studies at Perry Point. The primary responsibilities involve managing and coordinating clinical trial activities, protocol writing and submission, data processing, statistical analysis, and report writing.
Duties
The major duties of this position include but are not limited to: Study planning: Investigate the feasibility of conducting the proposed study within the VA by identifying available patient cohorts at different VA medical centers from VA's electronic health records. Prepares a preliminary statistical analysis plan (SAP) or a Biostatistical Research and Data Processing plan (BRDP) Study conduct: Works with the statistical programmer to generate randomization lists and the Clinical Data Manager (CDM) to set up the automated randomization system for the assigned studies. Prepares recurring study reports for various stakeholders. Analysis and Publication of study results: Performs final statistical analyses, using the locked data set, as outlined in the research protocols for the assigned studies Prepares and submits the primary/secondary manuscripts in collaboration with the study PI(s) to peer-reviewed national and international journals Study Team Management: Prepares budget scenarios and provides budget input during planning phase. participates in the design of data collection tools (CRFs), in the preparation of a data management plan, and in establishing a data cleaning procedure for the assigned studies. Research and Consultation: Modifying existing statistical methods or developing new and innovative statistical methods for a specific study or of general interest. Providing expert consultation in support of activities, such as preparation of literature searches as background for further research, and preparation of parts of internal documentation or proofreading documentation with researchers. Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: This position may be authorized for ad hoc telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Ad hoc is defined as occasional, non-recurring telework. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD22007A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be considered for a highly qualified candidate. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Requirements
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Education
Transcripts must be provided with your application. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
How you will be evaluated
Area of Consideration: Eligible applications will be reviewed and referred in the following order: Current Permanent VA employees of the facility (if add facility as an AOC) All other VA employees Current permanent Federal employees of other agencies All Other applicants Note: Veterans' Preference is not applicable to VA employees or employees of other Federal agencies. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses on the application questionnaire, and your responses to all assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following Competencies for this position: Research Analytical Reasoning Communications Leadership Customer Service Standards Development Organization Operational Engagement Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.