Data Scientist Postdoc Fellow, Integrated Program in Cancer and Data Science

Jobtailor; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Tampa, FL invites a PhD-level researcher to join a cancer-focused training program. You will conduct innovative cancer-focused research within a multidisciplinary team and collaborate across cancer biology, clinical research, and data science disciplines.

You will develop scientific writing and presentation skills through manuscripts, grant proposals, seminars, and national conference presentations, and participate in structured coursework and professional development activities

Qualifications

• PhD in a quantitative field required.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Experience with R or Python/Perl in Unix/Linux.
• Knowledge of biology or genetics is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cancer-focused research within a multidisciplinary team.
• Collaborate across cancer biology, clinical research, and data science disciplines.
• Develop scientific writing and presentations through manuscripts, grant proposals, seminars, and national conference presentations.
• Participate in structured coursework and professional development activities to prepare for an independent research career.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

R programming

Python/Perl

Scientific writing

Education

PhD in statistics/biostatistics/bioinformatics/CS

Tools

Unix/Linux

Job description

• Conduct innovative cancer-focused research within a multidisciplinary team
• Collaborate across cancer biology, clinical research, and data science disciplines
• Develop scientific writing and presentation skills through manuscripts, grant proposals, seminars, and national conference presentations
• Participate in structured coursework and professional development activities designed to prepare you for a successful independent research career
• Receive mentorship from nationally recognized investigators and participate in a collaborative training environment supported by NCI training grants

Requirements

• PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Experience with R and/or programming languages such as Python or Perl in Unix/Linux environments
• Knowledge of biology or genetics is preferred but not required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in conducting cancer-focused research, utilizing strong quantitative and analytical skills, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. Proficient in scientific writing and presentations, with experience in programming languages such as R, Python, or Perl in Unix/Linux environments.