Postdoctoral Scholar, Clinical Informatics: Stroke Prediction

The Pennsylvania State University; Hershey (PA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar in Clinical Informatics to work on NIH-funded studies focused on stroke prediction models using electronic health record data. The role involves attending meetings, conducting research, and receiving mentorship for independent grant development. Qualifications include a PhD or MD with big data experience, proficiency in R and another programming language, and strong scientific writing skills. The position offers limited-term employment for one year with hybrid work opportunities.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD with experience working with big data.
• Demonstrated publications as a first-author and co-author.

Responsibilities

• Attend in‑person meetings and presentations at Hershey Medical Center/Penn State College of Medicine.
• Conduct research to author publications arising from data analysis.
• Receive mentorship to develop independent grant support.

Skills

Proficiency in R

Proficiency in at least one additional programming language (Python, Perl, C++, Java, MATLAB)

Strong scientific writing skills

Ability for independent learning and critical thinking

Collaborative team player

Education

PhD in statistics/biostatistics, public/population health, bioinformatics, computer science, or another appropriate field; or MD (or MD, MPH)

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar in Clinical Informatics to work on NIH-funded studies focused on stroke prediction models using electronic health record data. The role involves attending meetings, conducting research, and receiving mentorship for independent grant development. Qualifications include a PhD or MD with big data experience, proficiency in R and another programming language, and strong scientific writing skills. The position offers limited-term employment for one year with hybrid work opportunities.