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Data Scientist I

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/2/2026
Assists in the execution of research objectives, data collection, and data management. Performs routine procedures, statistical analysis, scientific analysis, and reporting. Integrates data and data sets, performs descriptive and exploratory analysis, and creates routine reports and analysis reporting tools. Utilizes statistical software and adheres to all protocols.

Med-Ophthalmology

The University of Pittsburgh, Ophthalmology Department is searching for Data Scientist I applicant. The Data Scientist I will support research activities within the Choroid Analysis and Research (CAR) Lab as part of the Digital Twin of the Eye project. The incumbent will be responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning models for disease detection, quantification, and prediction using optical coherence tomography (OCT) imaging data.

Qualification of candidate: Masters or Bachelor’s in Computer Science or Engineering with at least two years of working experience in AI-based Ophthalmology.

Essential Functions

Primary duties include designing and applying machine learning algorithms for biomarker identification and classification, as well as developing and implementing longitudinal OCT image registration techniques to enable predictive modeling. The incumbent will also perform data preprocessing, curation, management, and statistical analysis of large-scale imaging datasets.

The position requires collaboration with interdisciplinary research teams, adherence to established research protocols, and documentation of methods and results. Additional responsibilities may include contributing to technical reports, manuscripts, and grant-related activities.

Physical Effort

Must be able to sit at a computer and have strong concentration skills for long periods of time.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Staff.Data Scientist I

Job Family

Research

Job Sub-Family

Data Science

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

Master's Degree

Minimum Years Of Experience Required

No experience required

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?

Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule

M- F 8:30am to 5:00pm

Work Arrangement

On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range

To Be Determined Based On Qualifications

Relocation Offered

No

Visa Sponsorship Provided

Yes

Background Check

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances

Not Applicable

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Not Applicable

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