Director-Data Science Center

Loma Linda University Health • San Bernardino, CA

2d

About The Position

The Director for the Center of Data Science advances cutting-edge research and develops transformative solutions at the intersection of biology, medicine, and data science. Contributes to campus-wide groundbreaking initiatives that will drive scientific innovation, enhance patient care, and align our mission to improve lives. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Doctor of Philosophy degree in Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Data Science, or a related field required.
• Minimum five years of applied experience in biostatistics, bioinformatics, and Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning applications required.
• Strong understanding of life sciences, including genomics, systems biology, and molecular biology.
• Working knowledge of descriptive and inferential statistics, predictive modeling, multivariate analysis, Bayesian statistics experimental design and Model validation and interpretation.
• Knowledge of bioinformatics tools and databases (e.g., BLAST, GATK, Ensembl), clinical and big data integration, multi-omics analyses, and translational research.
• Proficiency in statistical programming languages (e.g., R, SAS) and general-purpose programming languages (e.g., Python, Julia, or C++).
• Expertise in machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn) and advanced AI algorithms.
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to read; write and speak with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Access); operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position.
• Relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; provide leadership; be assertive and consistent in enforcing policies ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, rules and laws; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction.
• Think critically; work independently; perform basic math and statistical functions; manage multiple assignments; compose written material; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail.
• Distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.

Responsibilities

• Advances cutting-edge research
• Develops transformative solutions at the intersection of biology, medicine, and data science
• Contributes to campus-wide groundbreaking initiatives that will drive scientific innovation
• Enhances patient care
• Aligns our mission to improve lives
• Performs other duties as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree