Bioinformatics & Biomechanics Data Scientist II

001 University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 78,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking an experienced Biomechanical Data Scientist to oversee data analysis for musculoskeletal research. You will supervise Core staff, design experiments, and ensure high-quality data processing and reporting.

Expertise in Python, cloud platforms, and statistical methods is required. You'll develop reproducible workflows, collaborate with internal computing teams, and contribute to publications and grants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, biomechanics, or materials science required.
• 3 years of relevant experience required.
• Experience with Azure/AWS or other cloud platform development/deployment required.
• Experience with statistical programming and data visualization using R/Bioconductor and UNIX/Linux required.
• Experience with interface, networking, and data warehousing technologies, as well as design, relational database technologies, and performance tuning required.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to scientific analysis and interpretation of data from musculoskeletal projects by guiding staff and trainees.
• Initiates, monitors, and evaluates progress, methods, and datasets.
• Exercises independent scientific and technical judgment in experimental design and data interpretation.
• Quality control of raw biomechanical data and assist investigators with analysis.
• Integrates mechanical testing, imaging, geometry, and other data into quantitative models.
• Develops computational workflows for on‑premises and cloud processing.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with investigators and external partners.
• Provides technical supervision and training, and creates educational materials.

Skills

Python

Java

C++

Cloud computing

Data visualization

GIT

Unix/Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, biomechanics, or materials science

Master's degree

Tools

Azure/AWS

Relational databases

Job description

The University of Rochester is seeking an experienced Biomechanical Data Scientist to oversee data analysis for musculoskeletal research. You will supervise Core staff, design experiments, and ensure high-quality data processing and reporting.

Expertise in Python, cloud platforms, and statistical methods is required. You'll develop reproducible workflows, collaborate with internal computing teams, and contribute to publications and grants.