Biostatistician II

Summary

Join the CDC Foundation as a Biostatistician II for a summer position offering a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in applying biostatistics and data visualization techniques to real-world public health challenges. This hybrid role, based in Carson City, NV, involves working on projects that analyze public health data, contribute to data-driven decisions, and enhance health programs across Nevada. The position is ideal for students or recent graduates seeking to deepen their understanding of biostatistics and public health while making a meaningful contribution. The position runs from June 1, 2025 to August 31, 2025, and offers a competitive hourly rate plus benefits. The work will involve collaboration with Nevada DHHS teams and will provide experience in various areas of public health and biostatistics.

Requirements

• Current enrollment in or recent completion of a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Public Health, Epidemiology, or a related field
• Strong understanding of statistical methods and public health principles
• Ability to analyze and present data clearly and effectively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Enthusiasm for public health research and data-driven decision-making
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing studies and performing statistical analyses on state-level public health data
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of Power BI dashboards and visual reports, presenting data and trends to support public health decision-making
• Support data cleaning, modeling, and other statistical analyses on a variety of public health datasets
• Collaborate with Nevada DHHS teams to produce clear and impactful visualizations that effectively communicate public health trends and outcomes
• Participate in special projects as assigned, gaining experience in different areas of public health and biostatistics
• Work with large datasets from health surveillance systems and public health registries, developing insights that can be used to inform health programs and policies

Preferred Qualifications

Basic proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SAS, R, STATA, SPSS) and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is preferred

Benefits

$ 25.88/HR plus benefits