Data Scientist I

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX seeks a Data Scientist I to provide analysis and develop algorithms and software for clinical and basic research problems, impacting data acquisition, management, and analysis in translational and clinical settings.

This role requires a Master’s or Bachelor's with related bioinformatics experience and at least two years of post-graduate data analysis experience, with opportunities to work on diverse bioinformatics projects and collaborations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in CS or related field; or Bachelor's with demonstrated experience in broadly defined areas of bioinformatics.
• 2 years of post-graduation experience in data analysis and/or scientific software development required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and develop formalisms, algorithms and software for biomedical research.
• Develop and maintain software tools and infrastructure for resolving specific problems.
• Assist in development, testing and revision of programs in a team with diverse bioinformatics expertise.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data analysis

Scientific software development

Biomedical research

Algorithms

Education

Master's degree in CS or related field

Bachelor's degree with demonstrated bioinformatics experience

Job description

Job Description - Data Scientist I (975706)

Job Description

Data Scientist I - ( 975706 )

Description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report , we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

Works under specific direction to provide analysis and develops algorithms and software for clinical and/or basic research problems. Impacts data acquisition, management, and analysis in basic, translational, and clinical research, including clinical trials.

BENEFITS

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Master's Degree M.S. in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, (Bio)mathematics, (Bio)statistics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field or
  Bachelor's Degree B.S. with demonstrated experience in broadly defined areas of bioinformatics

• Experience
  2 years of post-graduation experience in data analysis and/or scientific software development for a Bachelor's degree

JOB DUTIES

• Analyzes and develops formalisms, algorithms and software for applications in biomedical research.
• Develops and maintains software tools and infrastructure for resolving specific problems.
• Assists in the development, testing and revision of programs in a team with diverse bioinformatics expertise.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; gender, including sexual harassment; age; disability; citizenship; and veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

UT Southwestern Medical Center, 5323 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, Texas 75390
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