DATA SCIENTIST

uab; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

UAB is seeking a data scientist to apply statistics, machine learning, data modeling, and advanced mathematics to business questions and research challenges. You will clean, transform, and analyze large datasets, develop predictive models, and design complex SQL queries for researchers.

Based onsite in Birmingham, AL, the role requires a Doctorate or a related Master's with experience, and a proven ability to communicate results.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in a related field, or a related Master's with 2 years of experience
• Bachelor's degree in related field with 4 years of related experience
• Work experience may not substitute for education requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to communicate results clearly

Responsibilities

• Clean, transform and analyze large datasets for modeling
• Develop and automate predictive and scoring models
• Design and development of complex database queries for researchers
• Adhere to data quality processes to ensure product is valid and reproducible
• Troubleshooting and updating code to continuously improve processes
• Mentor and train junior staff and work with a team toward a shared mission
• Proficiency using Python and translating requirements into SQL code

Skills

Python

SQL

Data modeling

Statistics

Machine learning

Education

PhD in related field

Master's in related field with 2+ years

Bachelor's in related field with 4+ years

Tools

SQL

Python

Job description

Applies knowledge of statistics, machine learning, programming, data modeling, simulation, and advanced mathematics to recognize patterns, identify opportunities, pose business questions, and make valuable discoveries leading to the development and improvement of processes. Identify limitations, or potential issues with datasets and data types that may impact performance from machine learning algorithms. Re-train models as needed to address new challenges, or novel goals. Aid investigators and stakeholders in the validation of results. Generate detailed reports and presentations. May mentor and train junior staff members.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean, transform and analyze large datasets in preparation for modeling
• Develop and automate predictive and scoring models
• Design and development of complex database queries for researchers
• Adhere to data quality processes to ensure product is valid and reproducible
• Troubleshooting skills
• Update and maintain code, continuously improving processes
• Work with a team of diverse, motivated individuals toward a shared mission
• Strong analytical, time-management, problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Experience with translating information requirements into SQL code
• Proactive and creative techniques in solving researchers' problems
• Positive attitude, ability to work well with others and independently
• Proficiency using Python
• Ability to learn new applications and packages in a timely manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

Salary Range: $85.600 - $105.100

LOCATED ONSITE IN BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA.

Doctorate degree in a related field 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.

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