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Loyola University

Data Scientist

Loyola University, Maywood, Illinois, United States, 60153


Position Details

Position Details Job Title Data Scientist

Position Number 8150736

Job Category University Staff

Job Type Full-Time

FLSA Status Exempt

Campus Maywood-Health Sciences Campus

Department Name PHYSIOLOGY

Location Code PHYSIOLOGY (06240A)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes

Duties and Responsibilities The Data Scientist will perform detailed analyses of large bodies of heterogeneous omics and clinical data to discover new patterns and insights that impact patient health or augment human capabilities. The Data Scientist should have deep expertise in the methods used to analyze data and deep knowledge of data types, topics, and scientific challenges and approaches that will be used to help inform and define new products, experiences, and technologies. This position works in conjunction with basic and clinical scientists to create intelligence-driven systems to solve complex translational problems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Participates in multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and recommend new approaches for data-driven decision-making. Leads discovery processes on pioneering Artificial Intelligence ("AI")/Machine Learning ("ML") based approaches to solve complex data problems across a variety of domains. Provides strategic direction regarding data science and AI. Guides and educates basic science and clinical teams to provide unbiased and accurate information, analysis, consultation, and recommendations to support strategic and operational data science initiatives. Develops analytics tools that can be used by other staff with non-technical expertise. Supports scientific projects under the supervision of the principal investigator. Designs, develops, applies, and modifies scripts or software applications to support data management, extraction, and analysis.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience Bachelor's degree in related field required

Qualifications BS, the position would not necessarily require a PhD, as considerable experience in the field would be acceptable.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses N/A

Computer Skills Office Suite skills, AI/Machine Learning based approaches. Designs, develops, applies, and modifies scripts or software applications to support data management, extraction, and analysis

Supervisory Responsibilities No

Required operation of university owned vehicles No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? No

Physical Demands None

Working Conditions None

Open Date 10/01/2024

Close Date

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate $85,000/ann

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate $75,000/ann

Special Instructions to Applicants

About Loyola University Chicago Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola's professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Comprised of thirteen colleges and schools, Loyola University Chicago offers more than 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate/professional programs while enrolling approximately 17,000 students. In addition to offering a world class educational experience, Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. Our benefits are centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We offer medical, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA, FSAs, tuition benefit, pre-tax transit benefits, EAP, and more. To view our benefits in detail,

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As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic Universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce that enables a culture of inclusivity. We act with the heart of a nonprofit organization and an academic enterprise with ethical practices that advance the Jesuit Mission. Loyola actively seeks to build a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds that support our Jesuit tradition, while helping Ramblers foster a sense of belonging and affinity for all.

Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.

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