Data Scientist II, OSPH

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

2d

About The Position

Works under general direction to provide analysis and develop algorithms and software for clinical and/or basic research problems. The role impacts data acquisition, management, and analysis in basic, translational, and clinical research, including clinical trials. The Data Scientist analyzes and develops formalisms, algorithms, and software for biomedical research applications; develops and maintains software tools and infrastructure to resolve specific problems; and develops, tests, and revises programs as part of a team with diverse bioinformatics expertise. The position also advises and assists users and other personnel in analyzing, defining, and resolving computational problems, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A master's degree in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, (Bio)mathematics, (Bio)statistics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with 2 years of post-graduation experience in data analysis and/or scientific software development; or a bachelor's degree with demonstrated experience in broadly defined areas of bioinformatics and 4 years of post-graduation experience in data analysis and/or scientific software development.
• Strong writing skills.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate data and make appropriate decisions or recommendations.
• Ability to communicate technical information to clinicians and biomedical researchers.
• Ability to develop leadership in a team of data analysts.
• Ability to identify and clarify individual responsibilities and objectives within the framework of a common goal, and help others do the same.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with professionalism and competence in dealing with a variety of individuals.
• Knowledge of software code development.
• Knowledge of statistical and scientific research design.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and develop formalisms, algorithms, and software for applications in biomedical research.
• Develop and maintain software tools and infrastructure for resolving specific problems.
• Develop, test, and revise programs as part of a team with diverse bioinformatics expertise.
• Advise and assist users and other personnel in analyzing, defining, and resolving computational problems.
• Record time for users for whom statistical work has been done.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• On-site childcare
• Paid holidays
• Merit increases

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level