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Biostatistics Specialist
2026-04-08T19:16:00+00:00
FHI360 NGO
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Nonprofit, and NGO
Science & Engineering, Computer & IT, Business Operations, Social Services & Nonprofit
KES
MONTH
2026-04-14T17:00:00+00:00
8

FHI 360 (formerly Family Health International) is a nonprofit human development organization based in North Carolina. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories

Accountabilities:

  • Using specification documents, write statistical analysis programs using SAS or other statistical software to generate or validate analysis data sets and tables, figures, listings (TFL) for statistical reports.
  • As validator, investigates source of discrepancies in data and/or program code; reviews completed TFL for accuracy, including textual material (titles, headings, footnotes, etc.).
  • Write and maintain accurate program documentation, and generate TFL shells from existing macro or other sources.
  • Develop analysis data set and TFL specifications by modifying existing specs from similar studies or developing from data collection forms.
  • Write analysis programs in SAS or other software.
  • Design and generate TFL shells and analysis data set specifications, using protocol, statistical analysis plan, or other study materials.
  • Carry out intermediate level statistical analysis, and assess validity of analysis assumptions.
  • Help draft statistical sections of study reports.
  • Review study reports and manuscripts for accuracy of reporting and inference.
  • Work independently on unblinded interim analyses.
  • As lead statistician, manage the accurate and timely delivery of statistical services.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

  • Solid working knowledge of intermediate statistical methods for observational and randomized studies.
  • Intermediate knowledge of statistical software packages, particularly SAS/BASE, macro, and data-step programming.
  • Solid understanding of scientific and ethics principles in research study design and research analysis, including principles of randomization.
  • Solid understanding of special requirements pertaining to unblinded interim analysis.
  • Working knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory requirements pertaining to statistical analysis and analysis programming.
  • Ability to show initiative, good judgment, and resourcefulness.

Problem Solving & Impact:

  • Transforms broadly described concepts into detailed and accurate operational instructions.
  • Uses logic and understanding of scientific reporting to make appropriate decisions regarding data handling
  • Works on problems requiring analysis and interpretation of data
  • Translates previously learned skills to new context with minimal direction.

Supervision Given/Received:

  • Reports to a more senior statistician and/or supervisor on variances and status.
  • Works under very general guidance from manager or more senior statisticians.
  • With minimal supervision, manages a moderate to high volume work flow.
  • Respond to most inquiries independently and follows up on requests efficiently.
  • Uses judgment to execute duties and responsibilities.
  • As lead statistician, may review the work of junior staff on specific tasks but does not have general supervisory responsibilities.

Education:

  • Masters’ degree (or international equivalent) in statistics, biostatistics, bioinformatics or similar curriculum.

Experience:

  • Typically requires 5-8 years’ relevant work experience in statistical analysis of research studies
  • Demonstrated growth in the application of basic skills (e.g. planning and conducting analysis)
  • Demonstrated skills in multiple statistical areas.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, verbal and written English.
  • Experience in statistical aspects of study design.
  • Using specification documents, write statistical analysis programs using SAS or other statistical software to generate or validate analysis data sets and tables, figures, listings (TFL) for statistical reports.
  • As validator, investigates source of discrepancies in data and/or program code; reviews completed TFL for accuracy, including textual material (titles, headings, footnotes, etc.).
  • Write and maintain accurate program documentation, and generate TFL shells from existing macro or other sources.
  • Develop analysis data set and TFL specifications by modifying existing specs from similar studies or developing from data collection forms.
  • Write analysis programs in SAS or other software.
  • Design and generate TFL shells and analysis data set specifications, using protocol, statistical analysis plan, or other study materials.
  • Carry out intermediate level statistical analysis, and assess validity of analysis assumptions.
  • Help draft statistical sections of study reports.
  • Review study reports and manuscripts for accuracy of reporting and inference.
  • Work independently on unblinded interim analyses.
  • As lead statistician, manage the accurate and timely delivery of statistical services.
  • Solid working knowledge of intermediate statistical methods for observational and randomized studies.
  • Intermediate knowledge of statistical software packages, particularly SAS/BASE, macro, and data-step programming.
  • Solid understanding of scientific and ethics principles in research study design and research analysis, including principles of randomization.
  • Solid understanding of special requirements pertaining to unblinded interim analysis.
  • Working knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory requirements pertaining to statistical analysis and analysis programming.
  • Ability to show initiative, good judgment, and resourcefulness.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, verbal and written English.
  • Masters’ degree (or international equivalent) in statistics, biostatistics, bioinformatics or similar curriculum.
  • Typically requires 5-8 years’ relevant work experience in statistical analysis of research studies
  • Demonstrated growth in the application of basic skills (e.g. planning and conducting analysis)
  • Demonstrated skills in multiple statistical areas.
  • Experience in statistical aspects of study design.
postgraduate degree
60
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Vacancy title:
Biostatistics Specialist

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Science & Engineering, Computer & IT, Business Operations, Social Services & Nonprofit]

Jobs at:
FHI360 NGO

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, April 14 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, April 8 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

FHI 360 (formerly Family Health International) is a nonprofit human development organization based in North Carolina. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories

Accountabilities:

  • Using specification documents, write statistical analysis programs using SAS or other statistical software to generate or validate analysis data sets and tables, figures, listings (TFL) for statistical reports.
  • As validator, investigates source of discrepancies in data and/or program code; reviews completed TFL for accuracy, including textual material (titles, headings, footnotes, etc.).
  • Write and maintain accurate program documentation, and generate TFL shells from existing macro or other sources.
  • Develop analysis data set and TFL specifications by modifying existing specs from similar studies or developing from data collection forms.
  • Write analysis programs in SAS or other software.
  • Design and generate TFL shells and analysis data set specifications, using protocol, statistical analysis plan, or other study materials.
  • Carry out intermediate level statistical analysis, and assess validity of analysis assumptions.
  • Help draft statistical sections of study reports.
  • Review study reports and manuscripts for accuracy of reporting and inference.
  • Work independently on unblinded interim analyses.
  • As lead statistician, manage the accurate and timely delivery of statistical services.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

  • Solid working knowledge of intermediate statistical methods for observational and randomized studies.
  • Intermediate knowledge of statistical software packages, particularly SAS/BASE, macro, and data-step programming.
  • Solid understanding of scientific and ethics principles in research study design and research analysis, including principles of randomization.
  • Solid understanding of special requirements pertaining to unblinded interim analysis.
  • Working knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory requirements pertaining to statistical analysis and analysis programming.
  • Ability to show initiative, good judgment, and resourcefulness.

Problem Solving & Impact:

  • Transforms broadly described concepts into detailed and accurate operational instructions.
  • Uses logic and understanding of scientific reporting to make appropriate decisions regarding data handling
  • Works on problems requiring analysis and interpretation of data
  • Translates previously learned skills to new context with minimal direction.

Supervision Given/Received:

  • Reports to a more senior statistician and/or supervisor on variances and status.
  • Works under very general guidance from manager or more senior statisticians.
  • With minimal supervision, manages a moderate to high volume work flow.
  • Respond to most inquiries independently and follows up on requests efficiently.
  • Uses judgment to execute duties and responsibilities.
  • As lead statistician, may review the work of junior staff on specific tasks but does not have general supervisory responsibilities.

Education:

  • Masters’ degree (or international equivalent) in statistics, biostatistics, bioinformatics or similar curriculum.

Experience:

  • Typically requires 5-8 years’ relevant work experience in statistical analysis of research studies
  • Demonstrated growth in the application of basic skills (e.g. planning and conducting analysis)
  • Demonstrated skills in multiple statistical areas.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, verbal and written English.
  • Experience in statistical aspects of study design.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: postgraduate degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Engineering jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Tuesday, April 14 2026
Duty Station: Nairobi | Nairobi
Posted: 08-04-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 08-04-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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