Advisor in Bioinformatics

Job Summary

The Advisor in Bioinformatics will provide leadership in the use of innovative methodologies, statistical design, and data science for surveillance research at the NCI and NIH. The incumbent will also provide consultation to Institute leadership in establishing policies involving highly complex, novel statistical support for research with underserved populations. The following are major responsibilities of the Advisor in Bioinformatics:
Advise the Surveillance Research Program Associate Director and the branch/program on bioinformatics and statistical approaches for cancer control data collection and reporting.

Coordinate a program of population-based cancer statistics for the analysis and interpretation of patterns and trends in cancer control and population sciences.

Direct and supervise a team of researchers on experimental design, sample size, mechanics of data collection and management.

Inform reports of key measures of progress along the cancer control continuum and use national trend data to illustrate where improvements have been made.

Provide authoritative leadership in statistical analysis activities on the impact of cancer control initiatives and lead the design for new data products.

Required Qualifications

Extensive knowledge of the science of bioinformatics with a solid grasp of the strengths and limitations of specific statistical approaches, knowledge of new methodologic developments in statistical analysis, as well as understanding of the challenges and opportunities in cancer surveillance and the more general area of biomedical research.

Expertise in cancer research with a strong understanding of mathematical and applied statistics, economics, simulation, biomedical informatics, health communication, and computer science to create simulation models that help solve the challenges of integrating clinical data into optimal decision-making tools.

Strong understanding of NCI’s current and planned extramural research initiatives as well as the research issues that have potential relevance to cancer surveillance.

Experience in leading multidisciplinary groups in bioinformatics and statistical strategies and initiatives.

Experience in establishing successful partnerships with a broad range of agencies and non-federal organizations.

Leadership experience in leading highly visible national cancer surveillance research program is highly desirable.

**Benefits**:
Location of position will be as advertised but may be negotiable with certain participating program areas after selection and an onboarding period. If a remote opportunity is negotiated, the individual must adhere to all regulations and policies regarding remote work at NIH and in the federal government, including the signing of a remote work agreement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Standards of Conduct/Financial Disclosure

If selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450 to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency.

Foreign Education

Reasonable Accommodation

Job Details

Open Date
Mon, 04/29/24

Close Date
Wed, 05/29/24

IC
NCI (National Cancer Institute)
Surveillance Research Program, Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences

Location

Rockville, MD

Pay
Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Vacancy Contact
Stacey Vandor

How to Apply