[R-jobs] USDA CVB recruiting statistician or data scientist

[Christopher Tong]

CENTER FOR VETERINARY BIOLOGICS

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Join our team of statisticians and data scientists in 2020

We bring a broad perspective to our consulting and analytical work
with scientists at the USDA National Centers for Animal Health. Our
Statistics Section is looking for good communicators who are
comfortable dealing with various aspects of practical scientific
issues.

We are looking for skills that support the
 * Statistical design, analysis, and interpretation of scientific studies
 * Application of statistical principles to specific problems in
applied disciplines
 * Effective communication with scientists about practical issues
We’d also like to know about your background in areas that may advance
our work, such as laboratory applications, epidemiology, machine
learning, or statistical programming.

Applicants must be United States citizens and willing to relocate to
Central Iowa.

How to apply. The vacancy announcement will be open for application in
early February 2020 on the www.usajobs.gov web site. At that time
applicants may search for the announcement by location (Ames, IA), job
series (Mathematical Statistician, Statistician Biology or Biologist
(Computational Bioinformatics)), or contact us for the specific
announcement number.

The Center for Veterinary Biologics regulates vaccines,
immuno-therapeutics, diagnostics, and other biologics used to manage
animal diseases. It is located on the campus of the National Centers
for Animal Health in Ames, Iowa, where it maintains a close
affiliation with the other animal disease centers on the campus and
with nearby Iowa State University. Ames is known for its stimulating
cultural environment, pleasant surroundings, and stable economy. It is
40 minutes north of Des Moines International Airport.

Employment benefits include flexible work schedule, ten paid federal
holidays, liberal leave allowance (annual leave, sick leave, and
family friendly leave policy), retirement and thrift savings plans,
life insurance program, and health insurance program.

More info contact Amy Lock, Statistics Section Leader, USDA-CVB;
amy.b.lock using usda.gov