Position Title
Xavier University of Louisiana is accepting applications for a Data Scientist. The successful candidate will assist the facility users and research project investigators with analysis, visualization, interpretation and organization of data for publications and grant applications. He/she will also be involved in providing computational/data science solutions on collaborative projects with researchers at partner institutions, such as Tulane University, Ochsner Health System and the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans .
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD degree in Computer Science/Data Science/(Bio)Statistics/Applied Mathematics/Bioinformatics/Public Health or other quantitative sciences;
- Experience in the development of statistical machine learning methods and/or data science algorithms/pipelines;
- Solid programming skills, and the ability to work independently;
- Good written and oral communication skills;
- Additional experience in large-scale medical records/social/behavioral data analyses would be a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD degree in Computer Science/Data Science/(Bio)Statistics/Applied Mathematics/Bioinformatics/Public Health or other quantitative sciences;
- Experience in the development of statistical machine learning methods and/or data science algorithms/pipelines;
- Solid programming skills, and the ability to work independently;
- Good written and oral communication skills;
- Additional experience in large-scale medical records/social/behavioral data analyses would be a plus.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will assist the facility users and research project investigators with analysis, visualization, interpretation and organization of data for publications and grant applications. He/she will also be involved in providing computational/data science solutions on collaborative projects with researchers at partner institutions, such as Tulane University, Ochsner Health System and the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans .
Work Hours
Monday thru Friday 8:00am until 5:00pm
Posting Information
Posting Number: S368P
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 03/04/2024
Posting Date: 02/06/2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae
Special Instructions to Applicants
Attach online only your resume, cover letter, transcripts and contact information for 3 references.
Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier is Catholic and historically Black. Located in New Orleans, the ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. This preparation takes place in a diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates all relevant educational means, including research and community service.
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