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Data Analyst

Bethesda, MDOnsiteFull Time$110,000–$120,000 /yrPosted 11 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • information management
  • data analytics
  • artificial intelligence
  • data analysis techniques
  • analytical methods
  • evaluative methods
  • program effectiveness
  • administrative effectiveness
  • project planning

Nice to have

  • NIH
  • NIH Institutes
  • National Institutes of Health

Role summary

Axle is seeking a Data Analyst to join their team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, MD. This role involves conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses to evaluate program effectiveness, improve operations, and support management decisions. Responsibilities include developing study methods, analyzing financial and program data, conducting cost analyses, preparing reports, and recommending process improvements. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, experience in data analysis and AI/computer science applications, and knowledge of analytical techniques and program evaluation methods. This is an onsite, full-time position with a salary range of $110,000 - $120,000 USD.

(ID: 2026-3881)

Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Axle is seeking a Data Analyst to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the Bethesda, MD.

Benefits We Offer:

  • 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • 401K match up to 5%
  • Educational Benefits for Career Growth
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Flexible Spending Accounts:
  • Healthcare (FSA)
  • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
  • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
  • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

    • Position Overview

    The Data Analyst will conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses to evaluate program effectiveness, improve administrative operations, and support informed management decisions. The role includes developing study methods, reviewing financial and program data, conducting cost analyses, preparing reports, and recommending improvements to workflows and management processes.

    Responsibilities

  • Develop study methods and evaluation techniques for program reviews, studies, and audits; interpret findings and recommend improvements.
  • Gather, reconcile, validate, and analyze quantitative and qualitative information from multiple sources, including incomplete or conflicting data.
  • Evaluate programs, grant operations, and administrative activities against established goals, measures, and objectives.
  • Prepare clear, accurate reports, statistical tables, program status summaries, and recommendations within established timelines.
  • Review financial, narrative, and statistical reports and program data submitted at local, state, regional, and federal levels to identify significant findings and opportunities for improvement.
  • Conduct project life-cycle cost analyses, cost-benefit analyses, and economic evaluations of programs.
  • Evaluate internal processes, procedures, organizational structures, and data systems and recommend changes that improve efficiency, productivity, and cost effectiveness.
  • Develop or modify work methods, records and filing systems, management processes, staffing patterns, operational guidelines, and procedures for administering program services.
  • Assess opportunities to automate administrative workflows and adopt appropriate technology developments.
  • Evaluate and recommend organizational changes, including options for centralizing or decentralizing operations.
  • Plan and organize assigned studies, define project scope and deadlines, estimate costs, and coordinate with staff and management throughout the project.
  • Participate in meetings and conferences with administrative, scientific, technical, and interagency stakeholders to gather information, present conclusions, resolve problems, and develop alternative courses of action.
  • Serve as a point of contact for assigned program analyses, planning activities, and science policy requests.
  • Identify appropriate information sources, resolve administrative and analytical issues, and promptly communicate findings or problems with potentially broad impact.

    • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in information management, computer science, data analytics/artificial intelligence, or equivalent.
  • Experience performing data analysis and using computer science and artificial intelligence to process datasets.
  • Knowledge of data analysis techniques and analytical and evaluative methods for assessing program and administrative effectiveness.
  • Ability to plan, schedule, and conduct projects and studies and adapt evaluation criteria to assess and improve organizational productivity.
  • Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and precedents affecting program resources and administrative support operations.
  • Knowledge of program goals, objectives, work processes, and administrative operations relevant to the work being analyzed.
  • Skill in developing or modifying work methods, management processes, organizational structures, and procedures.
  • Ability to interpret and adapt guidance, reconcile information from multiple sources, and develop recommendations for substantive operational issues.

    • Deliverables

  • Provide a monthly summary of tasks worked on and completed.

    • Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed.

    The diversity of Axle’s employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.

    Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: careers@axleinfo.com

    This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location.

    Salary Range$110,000—$120,000 USD
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