Data Scientist
Data Scientist
In lieu of educational requirements, additional years of relevant experience may be considered, as per university guidelines.
The Department of Orthopedic Surgery is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. The University offers comprehensive benefits to eligible employees. Aside from our great health plans, we have a generous match to our 403B retirement savings plan, vacation, sick and personal days. We have Paid Winter Recess (Christmas to New Year’s Day). Finally, we offer generous educational benefits for eligible employees, their dependents and spouse/domestic partner.
Job Summary
Provides subject matter expertise in data manipulation, statistical data methodologies, data analysis, and development of new data science methods. Collaborates with principal investigators or study sponsors on high-level study design, data collection, data set analysis, protocol development, statistical analysis and inference, and report writing and presentations for internal and external audience. Leads development of complex analytical plans, creates systems for data monitoring, provides high-level statistical support, utilizes statistical software, creates research study reports, and contributes to manuscripts, grants, and scientific presentations. Adheres to all protocols.
Essential Functions
a) Curating and organizing biological data, including omics data, related to musculoskeletal system.
b) Curating and organizing clinical data.
c) Establishing musculoskeletal databases.
d) Analyzing and modeling biological and clinical data related to musculoskeletal disorders
Physical Effort
Be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Data Scientist IV
Job Family: Research
Job Sub Family: Data Science
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Master's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 9
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule: M-F 8-4
Work Arrangement: M-F 8-4
Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: Yes
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume
Optional Documents: Not Applicable
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