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Data Scientist I

The University of Pittsburgh • Full-time • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States • $77.06k - $108.20k / year • 9h ago

Data Scientist I

Med-Ophthalmology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (25005638)

The position of Data Scientist I is available at the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh.

Master-level degree in bioinformatics, genetics, mathematics or related field, or higher degree required

1+ years research experience preferred

Job Summary

Assists in the execution of research objectives, data collection, and data management. Performs routine procedures, statistical analysis, scientific analysis, and reporting. Integrates data and data sets, performs descriptive and exploratory analysis, and creates routine reports and analysis reporting tools. Utilizes statistical software and adheres to all protocols.

Essential Functions

The successful candidate will be responsible for the statistical analysis of biological datasets, including genetic, epigenetic, and metabolic profiles, in relation to health outcomes. They will be expected to independently design and execute analyses following best practices in the field, ensuring methodological rigor and reproducibility. Clear reporting of results is essential, along with the ability to effectively communicate findings through peer-reviewed publications.

Physical Effort

The position is predominantly office-based, involves primarily extensive desk-based computer work, statistical analyses, data interpretation, and reporting.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Staff.Data Scientist I

Job Family

Research

Job Sub-Family

Data Science

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

Master's Degree