Statistician - Data Scientist

Overview

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Goldbelt Apex, a part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in every aspect. As experts in healthcare IT experts, Apex is committed to building systems for healthcare organizations to seamlessly communicate and exchange data across different systems and devices. 

Summary:

The Statistician (Data Scientist) will apply advanced statistical and machine learning techniques to analyze complex healthcare datasets, uncover hidden patterns, and generate predictive insights.

Work Location and Telework: Your primary work location will be within the National Capital Region (VA/MD/DC), with duties performed primarily on-site at assigned DHA/ MTF locations. This position is eligible for situational telework; however, any remote work is strictly subject to management approval based on operational needs and policy compliance.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Develop and validate predictive models to forecast patient demand, resource utilization, disease progression, and other critical healthcare outcomes.
• Conduct sophisticated quantitative analyses to evaluate the effectiveness of clinical and operational initiatives.
• Design, build, and maintain robust, scalable data extraction, transformation, and loading pipelines.
• Serve as a technical expert on MHS data systems, ensuring data integrity.
• Develop powerful, interactive data visualizations, dashboards, and reports using tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• Translate complex analytical findings into clear, actionable recommendations and strategic insights for senior leaders.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their analytical needs and develop custom data solutions.
• Perform routine data quality assessments and data cleansing activities to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Thoroughly document all data sources, methodologies, and analytical processes for reproducibility and transparency.
• Present complex analytical findings to diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders, in a clear and understandable manner.
• Provide data and analytical support for ad-hoc requests and special projects as needed.
• Stay current with the latest trends and technologies in data science and healthcare analytics.

Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple documents and deadlines effectively.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Informatics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Public Health, or related quantitative field.
• Minimum 5+ years of MHS or VA healthcare data analytics experience.
• Experience with healthcare data and tools such as SQL, Python, and R.
• Active Secret security clearance required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Any additional related certifications.

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $112,000.00 to $136,000.00 annually. 

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.