The West Virginia Clinical & Translational Science Institute (WVCTSI) at West Virginia University Research Corporation is seeking applications for a (Hybrid) Data Scientist.
About the Opportunity
This position resides within following WVCTSI core: Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Research Design (BERD). This position will assist WVCTSI Biomedical Informatics Resources group with analyzing data, modeling, and developing machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms for various projects. Incumbent will assist with data wrangling as well. This position reports to the Senior Data Scientist. Position will be responsible for writing code in Python and/or R, interpreting and reporting results, and preparing journal manuscripts.
The incumbent will follow data management standards, procedures, and documentation using knowledge of the healthcare regulatory environment to ensure conformance to internal and external policies, protocols, and regulations such as HIPAA. Responsibilities require some judgment, resourcefulness, and originality, but diverse guides and precedents are usually available to apply or adapt to the circumstances. Work effort has considerable impact on client services, program and project image, with potential legal liabilities.
This is a hybrid position. The standard WVCTSI hybrid schedule is three days a week in the office, two days a week working remotely. Schedule flexibility may be discussed with supervisor.
At WVU Research Corporation, we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU Research Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to suit your needs:
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The WVURC was created as a not-for-profit corporation in 1985 to support research (R1) at West Virginia University. We provide evaluation, development, patenting, management, and marketing services for inventions of the faculty, staff and students of the University.
The WVURC receives and administers funds awarded by external agencies for research and other activities and is responsible for helping protect intellectual property through patents, copyrights and licensing agreements for start-up companies based on University research.
Creating an inclusive, engaged, and dynamic environment is core to WVURC's mission. We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches and experiences.
West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among its employees and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.