data scientist

data scientist Charlottesville, VA

University of Virginia
Full Time Charlottesville, VA 98000 - 85000 USD ANNUAL Today
Job description

The School of Data Science at the University of Virginia is seeking a full-time Data Scientist to support faculty research in biomedical science funded by NIH. This position will have a broad array of responsibilities including performing data analysis, report writing, generating reproducible data flows, data management, and assisting in methodological research. In addition to the above the role will have the opportunity to pursue ad hoc data-driven projects or research efforts in support of the larger goals of the school.

This position is considered restricted and contingent upon available funding. Initial appointment is for one year with opportunity for renewal contingent upon performance and available funding. This position is remote eligible.

Responsibilities:

  • Understand all phases of the analytic process including data collection, preparation, modeling, evaluation, and deployment.

  • Explore and examine data from multiple disparate sources in order to identify, provide reporting on, and analyze trends in the data as well as regular reporting.

  • Establish links across existing data sources and find new, interesting data correlations.

  • Develop statistical, mathematical, and predictive models using strategic business understanding to build the algorithms necessary to ask the right questions and find the right answers.

  • Stay appraised of all assigned initiatives, providing reporting and analytics that will allow the group to make informed, data-driven decisions to meet business objectives.

  • Visualize and report data findings creatively in a variety of visual formats that appropriately provides insights to the stakeholders.

  • Competent to work on most phases of data analysis and associated programming activities.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Master’s Degree in Data Science (or similar field)

  • Experience: 3 years of experience (experience gained while a student may be considered).

  • Excellent collaborator and communicator.

  • Proficient with Python, R, and GitHub

Anticipated hiring range : $85,000-$98,000

About the School :

The University of Virginia School of Data Science—the first of its kind in the nation—is guided by common goals: to further discovery, share knowledge, and make a positive impact on society through collaborative, open, and responsible data science research and education. Founded in fall 2019 through the largest gift in UVA history, the School positions the university and our community to play a national and international leadership role in the global digital future. The School of Data Science is the newest and 12th School to be formed in the University’s 200-year history.

The School of Data Science is driven by a vision to meet the challenges of an increasingly data-driven world through excellence in collaborative, open, interdisciplinary research; education that produces responsible, diverse leaders; and service that leads to products and outcomes which provide societal benefit.

To Apply:

Please visit UVA job board: https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs and search for “R0050587”. Complete an application online and attach:

  • Cover letter to include your interest in the position and your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences.

  • Resume or CV

  • A diversity statement that summarizes your experience with fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion goals (please provide examples of past activities where possible).

PROCESS FOR INTERNAL UVA APPLICANTS: Please apply through your Workday Home page, search “Find Jobs”, and search for “R0050587".

Review of applicants will begin July 24, 2023 and the position will remain open until filled.

***Please note that you MUST upload ALL documents into the CV/Resume box. Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration. ***

For questions about the application process, please contact Rhiannon O’Coin, Senior Academic Recruiter, [email protected]

For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

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University of Virginia

www.virginia.edu
Charlottesville, VA
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