1 Data Scientist — "Cancer Biology" for Academic Research Support Job in Tuskegee, AL
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Data Scientist — "Cancer Biology" for Academic Research Support
$96k-118k (estimate)
Full Time | Colleges & Universities
2 Weeks Ago
Tuskegee University is Hiring a Data Scientist — "Cancer Biology" for Academic Research Support Near Tuskegee, AL
Position Information
Position Title
Data Scientist — "Cancer Biology" for Academic Research Support
Job Summary
Tuskegee University Center for Biomedical Research (CBR) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Scientist to join our research team at TU/CBR. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing our understanding of cancer through thorough data analysis, utilizing expertise in epidemiology, biostatistics, and computational modeling, with a preference for R and python.
The Data Scientist will play a critical role in supporting students and Principal Investigators by providing expert analysis of large data sets, generating high-quality figures, and ensuring that data-driven insights are accessible to all members of our research community.
Essential Job Duties
- Collaborate with research teams to understand their data analysis needs and goals.
- Apply advanced statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms to uncover patterns and insights within research data.
- Create compelling and informative visualizations and figures to effectively communicate research findings.
- Provide guidance on data collection methods and experimental design to ensure data quality and relevance.
- Assist with the interpretation of analysis results and provide recommendations for future research directions.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of data science trends, tools, and resources relevant to the academic research community.
- Ensure compliance with data privacy and security protocols when handling sensitive information.
- Contribute to research publications by providing data analysis expertise and generating publication quality figures.
Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)
- Ph.D. or master’s degree in biomedical sciences with a focus in epidemiology, statistics, or bioinformatics, or equivalent doctoral degree in a field directly related to the position.
- A minimum of five (5) years of specialized experience in data analysis, with a focus on epidemiological and statistical methodologies.
Physical Demands
Skills and Attributes
- Proficiency in conducting in-depth analysis using analytic and statistical software (e.g., SAS, SPSS, or STATA) to prepare, clean, analyze, and visualize data.
- Strong programming skills, particularly in R, with the ability to adapt and learn new languages as required.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey complex scientific concepts.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S632
Will this position required travel?
NO
Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?
YES
Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?
NO
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
04/22/2024
Close Date
07/22/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:
- Tuskegee University employment application
- Cover Letter
- Resume/CV
- Recommendation letters
- Copies of unofficial transcripts.
- Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://tuskegee.peopleadmin.com/postings/1883
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
SALARY
$96k-118k (estimate)
POST DATE
04/26/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/22/2024
WEBSITE
tuskegee.edu
HEADQUARTERS
TUSKEGEE, AL
SIZE
200 - 500
FOUNDED
2014
TYPE
Private
CEO
WALTER HILL
REVENUE
$10M - $50M
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
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