Postdoctoral Scholar in Clinical Informatics (Public Health Sciences)

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

Postdoctoral Scholar in Clinical Informatics (Public Health Sciences)

Job Overview

Postdoctoral position in public health/clinical informatics, immediately available in collaboration with the Department of Neurology. Focused on cerebrovascular diseases using high‑dimensional, multi‑faceted data. Primary research involves NIH‑funded studies to develop prediction models for stroke using electronic health record data enriched with social determinants of health from multiple institutions.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• PhD in statistics/biostatistics, public/population health, bioinformatics, computer science, or another appropriate field; or MD (or MD, MPH) with experience working with big data.
• Proficiency in R and at least one additional programming language (Python, Perl, C++, Java, MATLAB).
• Strong scientific writing skills; demonstrated by at least two first‑author and four co‑author publications.
• Ability for independent learning and critical thinking in a dynamic, decentralized environment; collaborative team player on multiple projects.

Appointment and Benefits

Limited‑term appointment for one year from date of hire. Successful completion of background checks is required.

EEO Statement

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.