Data Analyst Division of Comparative Medicine

Job Family:

Research Analyst

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

We are currently searching for Data Analyst to provide support services the Division of Comparative Medicine (DCM) to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The primary objective is to provide services and deliverables through performance of support services. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.

• Analyze and evaluate, using quantitative and qualitative methods, the effectiveness of programs, grant operations, and organizational activities in meeting established goals, measures, and objectives.
• Review and analyze financial, narrative, statistical, and other program data to identify trends, issues, and programmatically significant findings.
• Establish appropriate study methods and analytical techniques and independently interpret findings resulting from program studies, reviews, and audits.
• Develop and present recommendations to improve program operations, organizational processes, work methods, procedures, systems, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
• Perform program and project cost analyses, including life-cycle cost, cost-benefit, and economic evaluations.
• Prepare timely analytical, statistical, summary, and program status reports for review and decision-making at multiple organizational levels.
• Develop and recommend new or modified work methods, management processes, operating procedures, guidelines, and administrative approaches for program operations.
• Participate in meetings and discussions with agency officials, subject matter experts, technical personnel, and other federal stakeholders to investigate issues, present findings and recommendations, develop alternative courses of action, and resolve program-related matters.
• Serve as a point of contact for assigned program analyses, planning and science policy requests, and provide guidance concerning the management of contract information.
• Resolve programmatic and administrative issues by identifying appropriate sources of information and coordinating with program staff to accomplish requirements.
• No other candidates were considered for this position due to an incumbent candidate being identified. They meet the labor category requirements provided by the customer.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in information management, computer science, data analytics/AI or related field.
• Minimum FOUR (4) years of data analysis experience, preferably using computer science and AI to process data sets.
• Knowledgeable with of data analysis techniques.
• Experience applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies such as the efficiency and effectiveness of substantive administrative support functions.
• Demonstrated ability to use professional judgment in choosing, interpreting, or adapting available guidelines and/ or regulations.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD “public trust”; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.
• Incumbent capture – no other candidates were considered due to an identified incumbent who meets the labor category requirements provided by the customer

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Aware of pertinent laws, regulations, policies and precedents which affect the use of program and related support resources (people, money, or equipment) in the area studied.
• Understanding of general project coordination or project planning concepts including activities such as organizing the study, estimating costs, coordinating with staff and line management personnel, and conducting all phases of the project.
• Flexibility to adjust the existing work methods and techniques for application to the analysis of specific issues or resolution of problems.
• Able to work with large data sets from disparate sources based on reporting requirements.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exercise problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
  

The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

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