Data Analytics & Toxicology Domain SME

Data Analytics & Toxicology Domain SME (DOT NHTSA):

Bowhead seeks a Data Analytics & Toxicology Domain Subject Matter Expert to support the DOT NHTSA contract in Washington, DC. This role serves as a senior data analyst supporting national traffic safety data programs through quality control, quantitative analysis, and collaborative technical workflows. The position combines broad analytical, statistical, and modern AI-assisted reporting capabilities with specialized knowledge of drug classifications and forensic toxicology data to ensure accuracy and consistency across federal crash datasets.

• Conducts data quality control audits, case tracking, and validation reviews across motor vehicle crash and toxicological datasets to identify and resolve coding discrepancies.
• Applies domain knowledge of forensic toxicology, drug classifications, and biological testing matrices to standardize laboratory findings and categorize parent compounds and metabolites.
• Collaborates closely with fellow data analysts, AI/technical specialists, and program stakeholders to co-design automated classification rules, validate model outputs, and refine end-to-end quality control workflows.
• Performs quantitative and statistical analyses using SAS and Excel to evaluate state-level reporting trends, data anomalies, and program performance metrics.
• Maps disparate data submissions to established federal reporting protocols and national forensic standards, flagging non-analyte entries or ambiguous records for resolution.
• Develops technical reports, executive presentations, process flowcharts, and user documentation to communicate analytical findings and quality improvement recommendations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Public Health, Forensic Science, Chemistry, or a related quantitative or scientific discipline.
• 2+ years of professional experience applying quantitative and qualitative analytical techniques to complex datasets, including motor vehicle crash (e.g., FARS, CRSS, CISS), public health, or laboratory data.
• Working knowledge of toxicology data, drug classifications, pharmaceuticals, and biological specimen testing practices.
• Familiarity with AI tools, automated text-matching concepts, or data modernization workflows, with the ability to partner effectively with technical analysts to validate AI-driven outputs.
• Strong proficiency in statistical analysis and data management tools, including SAS and advanced MS Excel.
• Demonstrated experience tracking cases through quality control pipelines, collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams, and authoring clear technical reports and presentations.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

Target salary is $100k-120k commensurate with experience.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Public Trust level.  US Citizenship is a requirement for Public Trust clearance at this location.

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