Survey Methodologist (Survey Methodology & Statistical Sampling)
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Job Location:
Bethesda, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Location: Bethesda MD (Hybrid)
Clearance: Public Trust (Role may require additional background investigations)
Employment Type: Full-Time
US Citizenship is Required
Position Overview:
Praescient Analytics is seeking a Survey Methodologist to lead the design and implementation of advanced survey methodologies and statistical sampling strategies. You will ensure the collection of high-quality nationally representative data that meets stringent federal standards and provides actionable insights for critical decision-making regarding consumer product safety. This role specifically supports the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEISS) program by maintaining a representative sample of hospitals providing product-related injury data.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sampling Design & Compliance: Develop and implement OMB-compliant sampling frames and strategies for nationally representative surveys to ensure robust coverage and unbiased estimates.
- Power & Precision Analysis: Conduct rigorous power and precision analyses to determine optimal sample sizes for accurate national estimates and detailed subgroup comparisons.
- Real-Time Monitoring: Design and deploy interactive dashboards and monitoring tools to track sample performance response rates and data quality in real-time.
- Quality Assurance: Proactively identify and implement continuous improvements to data collection processes to ensure integrity and reliability.
- Technical Communication: Translate complex technical findings into clear actionable insights for diverse stakeholders.
Required Qualifications:
- Expertise: Proven expertise in survey methodology statistical sampling and deep familiarity with federal standards (OMB).
- Analytical Skills: Hands-on experience with advanced statistical techniques including power analysis and precision calculations.
- Tools: Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI) for monitoring and reporting on sample performance.
- Communication: Strong analytical and verbal/written communication skills.
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Education: Bachelors degree in Statistics Survey Methodology Data Science or a related field (Advanced degree preferred).1
- Experience: Previous experience with large-scale national surveys complex sampling designs and real-time data quality monitoring.
- Context: Familiarity with federal survey compliance frameworks and public-sector data collection best practices.
Clearance: Minimum of a Public Trust (U.S. Citizenship is Required)
- Real opportunity for career growth in an environment where your achievements will be celebrated
- Constant collaboration with numerous teams to ensure client success
- A team that respects and embraces your ideas and expertise
- Coworkers that are motivated by pursuing excellence rather than the prospect of personal gain
- A workplace dedicated to supporting and bettering public safety and government agencies
Benefits:
- Very competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
- Comprehensive Company paid healthcare for you (We pay your premiums and deductibles)
- 401(k) with company match
- Travel & performance incentives
- 3 weeks paid time off (plus Federal Holidays)
- $5K annual training allowance
- $500 book allowance
Praescient Analytics is a Certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) with over a decade of expertise in advanced analytics engineering and DevOps specializing in transforming complex data into actionable intelligence for informed decision-making. Since 2011 we have supported over 40 organizations across diverse domains including military intelligence operations financial and fraud investigations and insider threat detection.
Our team of expertsskilled in cloud computing artificial intelligence machine learning data science DevOps and engineeringbrings deep experience in solving complex challenges. With a proven track record in federal contracting we deliver tailored high-impact solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency ensure mission success and address the evolving needs of our clients. Praescients innovative and adaptive approach makes us a trusted partner in delivering data-driven insights and technological excellence for critical missions.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
US Citizenship Required
Interested Candidates: Please forward your resume to and please visit our website to apply online at
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About Company
1. TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT Praescient assists clients in assessing their evolving data challenges and identifying the new analytic tools and platforms available to advance their missions. 2. INTEGRATION and TRAINING Praescient’s teams of analysts and engineers work side-by-side with cli ... View more
