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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.

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/559063900
(Open for the next 2 weeks.)

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@usda.gov