Medical Data ScientistThis position will be hired in Division of Hematology Oncology but will be part of the Office of Community Outreach and Engagement at Hillman Cancer Center.Job SummaryApplies scientific methodology to conceptualize, propose, and implement appropriate methodologies for statistical analyses. Maintains and updates centralized research awards database. Assists with grant preparations and clinical trial budgets. Develops and validates reporting data, validates data subsets of funding data, and facilitates quality control procedures to ensure data accuracy.Essential FunctionsApplies scientific methodology to conceptualize, propose, and implement appropriate methodologies for statistical analyses. Maintains and updates centralized research awards database. Maintains and updates online database curating data from public-sources databases as well as internal health system databases (EPIC, Registry etc.).Assists with writing statistical analysis portions of scientific manuscripts and appropriate sections of grant proposals, preparing tables and graphs, and reviewing data reported in manuscripts and grants for accuracy and appropriate statistical interpretation. Assists with preparation of grant applications and submittals of manuscript publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Revises analysis sections and results as requested by investigators and journal editors. Develops and validates reporting data; prepares report analyses. Manipulates datasets and clean data. Conducts statistical analysis to determine appropriate sample size for proposed studies. Validates data subsets of funding data. Creates, updates, and facilitates quality control procedures to ensure data accuracy and integrity. Proficiency with R. Knowledge and experience with R-Shiny and SQL would be beneficial.Physical EffortLittle physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Medical 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: Monday - Friday, 37.5 hrs/week Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 37.5 hrs/week Hiring Range: $44,311.00 - $55,389.00 RelocationOffered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No 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: Cover Letter PI239431627
