Data Scientist

Loyola University Of Chicago

United States, Illinois, Maywood

Oct 25, 2024

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
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity and Inclusion Statement	Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 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 not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive *benefits* centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/29300