Biostatistician

Position: Biostatistician
Location: East Orange, NJ (AHBPCE – Airborne Hazards and Burn Pits Center of Excellence)
Work Environment: Primarily remote, with possible on-site work at NJ WRIISC/AHBPCE as needed
Status: Contingent Upon Contract Award

Knowesis is currently seeking a highly skilled Biostatistician to support the VHA Airborne Hazards and Burn Pits Center of Excellence (AHBPCE). This position is pivotal in analyzing large, complex datasets to inform research and clinical care related to airborne hazard and burn pit exposures among Veterans.

The Biostatistician will design statistical methodologies for research studies, manage and analyze multi-site data, develop standardized approaches for analysis, and generate insights to improve Veteran health outcomes. This role requires expertise in statistical modeling, data visualization, and effective communication of findings for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

To be eligible for this position, candidates must possess U.S. Citizenship without the need for sponsorship, both now and in the future. Applicants without proof of U.S. Citizenship will not be considered due to the position’s security requirements.

 The Job Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

• Design and implement statistical methodologies for studies on airborne hazard exposures.


• Collaborate with researchers to develop study questions and designs.


• Provide statistical support for ongoing clinical and translational research projects.


• Conduct statistical power analyses and advise on grant proposals.


• Develop standardized approaches for data collection and analysis across multiple sites.


• Ensure data quality and integrity through validation, checks, and quality control measures.


• Maintain standard operating procedures for data management and statistical analysis.


• Prepare statistical summaries for peer-reviewed publications, reports, and presentations.


• Generate data-driven insights to inform clinical care guidelines.


• Share statistical methods and insights at symposia, journal clubs, and with collaborators.


• Serve on AHBPCE committees such as the Pilot Project Program, Visiting Scholar Program, and Data Repository oversight.


• Review research applications and proposals, providing critique and interpretation of data.


• Support special projects advancing the AHBPCE research mission.


• Attend weekly and project-specific AHBPCE meetings, contributing expertise and recommendations.


• Maintain required VHA training, including VA Privacy, Security Awareness, and Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certification.

Required Qualifications:  

• Doctorate degree in Biostatistics, Mathematics, or a related field


• Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in biostatistics or a related research field


• Demonstrated expertise in data analysis, statistical modeling, and study design


• Favorable background check

Knowesis is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on merit and qualifications. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment as required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and other applicable federal laws. Our company values all applicants and employees and fosters a work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.