[Remote] Statistical Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The American Heart Association is seeking a Statistical Analyst to work with real-world healthcare data for scientific research in precision medicine. This role involves conducting statistical analyses, collaborating with research teams, and applying advanced analytical methods to address cardiovascular disease research questions.ResponsibilitiesConduct statistical analysis using clinical registry and electronic health record (EHR) data to address research questions related to cardiovascular diseaseCollaborate with senior analysts, clinicians, and research teams to refine research questions and develop statistical analysis plans (SAPs)Apply and develop traditional and advanced analytical methods, including machine learning, deep learning, and other AI-driven techniquesUtilize AI-assisted tools to facilitate code review and maintain rigorous standards for reproducibility and transparencyPrepare summary reports, manuscripts, and visualizations for internal and external disseminationContribute to the preparation of peer-reviewed journal articles and presentations for scientific meetingsServe as a technical/topical expert, champion, consultant, and liaison to Association stakeholders and external peersAttend relevant external conferences, and attend/co-lead consultative sessions with volunteer Task Force and other Association volunteers/expertsContribute landscape and topical expertise to the development and execution of comms plan/strategies, including networks to engage, written pieces, workshop planning, and publication strategiesSkillsMaster's or PhD degree in data science, biostatistics, biomedical informatics, computer science, statistics, public health, epidemiology, applied mathematics, or a related fieldMinimum of 3 years of experience with R or Python for statistical computing and data analysisExperience in preprocessing and modeling clinical data, especially patient-level data from EHRs or registriesExperience in both traditional statistical modeling and machine learning techniquesMinimum of 2 years of experience analyzing real-world patient data in clinical or research settingsExperience writing and executing Statistical Analysis PlansHands-on experience with cloud-computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) for data processing and analysisStrong skills in managing and analyzing large-scale, complex clinical datasetsExcellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical/statistical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholdersHighly effective organizational skills, time management, responsibility, and motivationAbility to travel up to 10%, including occasional overnight staysPython programming languageCardiovascular Data AnalysisExperience working in a healthcare or research environmentBenefitsMedicalDentalVisionDisabilityLife insuranceRobust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contributionEmployee assistance programEmployee wellness programTelemedicineMedical consultationPaid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees12 paid holidays off each yearTuition AssistanceCompany OverviewWelcome to the American Heart Association’s movement to change the future of health and be the progress that ensures longer, healthier lives for all. It was founded in 1924, and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.goredforwomen.org.Company H1B SponsorshipAmerican Heart Association has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2026, 5 in 2025, 1 in 2024, 4 in 2023, 3 in 2022, 2 in 2021, 4 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.