Remote Computational Scientist: Python & Visualization

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Alabama; Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a Computational Scientist to develop innovative computational methods, with strong emphasis on Python and both frontend and backend web development. The role involves collaboration to address complex research challenges, data processing, visualization, and publication-ready output.

The candidate will optimize algorithms and pipelines, provide computer-based solutions, and contribute to manuscripts and figures for dissemination.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in a related field or Master’s degree with 2 years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field with 4 years of related experience; work experience may not substitute for education.
• Education requirements are non-substitutable by work experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates in problem assessment, analysis, and development of computational methods or procedures.
• Independently evaluates, selects, and applies appropriate methods to research problems.
• Proposes solutions in engineering, sciences, and other fields using mathematics and techniques.
• Optimizes and extends algorithms, analysis pipelines, and software for scalable computing infrastructure.
• Provides consultation and expertise in applying computer-based solutions to complex research problems.
• Performs computerized data processing and statistical analyses of research data.
• Creates visualizations to communicate results effectively.
• Performs code reviews and analysis reviews.
• Writes summary reports for collaborators.
• Prepares figures for publication.
• Assists with manuscript preparation and writing.
• Presents results internally and to collaborators and other groups.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Python

Frontend and backend web development

Data Analysis

Research Knowledge

Consulting

Education

Doctorate degree

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a Computational Scientist to develop innovative computational methods, with strong emphasis on Python and both frontend and backend web development. The role involves collaboration to address complex research challenges, data processing, visualization, and publication-ready output.

The candidate will optimize algorithms and pipelines, provide computer-based solutions, and contribute to manuscripts and figures for dissemination.