COMPUTATIONAL SCIENTIST (2)

UAB Medicine; University (FL); On-site; USD 85,600 - 139,100; Full time

Job summary

UAB Medicine is hiring a Computational Scientist in Florida. The role involves collaborating on research problems, optimizing algorithms, and development of computer applications. A Doctorate or Master’s degree with two years of experience is required, or a Bachelor’s with four years. Strong programming skills in C, C++, Python, and experience with TDD are essential. The salary ranges from $85,600 to $139,100 annually based on experience and qualifications, with internal equity adjustments considered.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master’s degree in a related field and two years of related experience OR Bachelor's degree in related field and four years of related experience required.
• Experience with programming languages: C, C++, C#, Python, and/or Rust.

Responsibilities

• Oversees design, development, implementation of technical products.
• Performs engineering-related tasks in various assignments.
• Optimizes and extends algorithms and software.
• Guides and trains less experienced developers.
• Supports meetings, teleconferences, and travels as required.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of analytics and development toolsets

Critical-thinking and interpretive skills

Ability to analyze and interpret statistical data

Knowledge of software development processes

Collaborative Software/Firmware development

Embedded Firmware development

Experience in advanced microcontrollers

Software development for aerospace applications

Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD)

Programming languages: C, C++, C#, Python, Rust

Education

Doctorate or Master’s degree in a related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Visual Studio

VS Code

Job description

COMPUTATIONAL SCIENTIST (T229903)

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Role Summary

Collaborates in problem assessment, analysis, and development of computational methods or procedures, independently evaluates, selects, and applies appropriate methods to the specific research problems. Proposes solutions in engineering, the sciences, and other fields using mathematical theories and techniques. Optimizes and extends algorithms, analysis pipelines, and software in order to establish and ensure effectiveness and scalability of computing infrastructure. Provides consultation for and expertise with computer applications to complex research problems; performs computerized data processing operations and statistical analyses of research data; creates visualizations of results. Performs code review, analysis review, and writes summary reports to collaborators. Prepares figures for publication and helps to write manuscripts. Presents results internally and to collaborators and other groups.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Oversees the design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems.
• Performs multiple engineering-related tasks in various assignments within the organization.
• Optimizes and extends algorithms, analysis pipelines, and software/firmware in order to establish and ensure effectiveness and reliability of integrated system.
• Guide and train less experienced developers.
• Support meetings, teleconferences, and travel as required by projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Range: This position is assigned to Wage Grade W.G400 with a full Compensation-approved range of $85,600.00 – $139,100.00 annually (midpoint $111,280). Final offers will be made within this grade range based on the candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, and the department’s budgeted amount for the role. Applicants whose stated salary expectations fall outside the posted grade range may not be considered.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Doctorate or Master’s degree in a related field and two (2) years of related experience OR Bachelor’s degree in related field and four (4) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics

• Advanced knowledge of analytics and development toolsets.
• Ability to evaluate and make decisions based on measurable or verifiable criteria. Strong critical‑thinking and interpretive skills to analyze situations, define problems, and develop solutions.
• Ability to analyze, interpret and display statistical data.
• Knowledge of software development processes and usage of IDEs for development and testing.
• Collaborative Software/Firmware development experience in small teams.
• Embedded Firmware development experience.
• Experience in development using advanced microcontrollers and IDEs.
• Software/Firmware development experience for aerospace applications.
• Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) methodology.
• Experience developing software with programming languages C, C++, C#, Python, and/or Rust; experience using Visual Studio and/or VS Code.
• Experience developing/deploying RTOS frameworks.

Equal Opportunity Statement

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.