Biomedical Data Scientist

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: 11 days ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Biomedical Data Scientist
Requisition Number RE44896
Working Title
Department Name 7P180:DEPT OF BIOSTATISTICS
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 47
Salary Range $56,596-93,358/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

MS
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Required Related Experience

1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Occasional lifting up to 15 pounds. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods. Repetitive motion.
Shift
Monday–Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm, additional hours when needed to meet department needs.
Job Summary
The Department of Biostatistics seeks a data scientist with healthcare, computational, and informatics expertise. This position will design and direct innovative solutions for data products used in exploratory data analyses, generating and testing hypotheses, analyzing and mining biomedical data. The data scientist will collaborate on extramural-funded projects to offer innovative, expert-level Biostatistical and Biomedical Data Science expertise in study design and consultation in data analysis and interpretation after study implementation.
The data scientist will develop, direct and oversee implementation of project protocols that involve complex data systems, data linkage and capture, programmatic statistical analysis and software development, data management and visualization, database construction and maintenance. As a lead for data science, the position will actively promote and direct the service mission for biostatistics, data science, and biomedical informatics on a regional, national, and/or global scale.
Please note: A cover letter is required to complete the application process. A Statement of research interest must be included in the letter.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply 04/28/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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