Data Scientist

In lieu of educational requirements, additional years of relevant experience may be considered, as per university guidelines.

The Department of Orthopedic Surgery is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. The University offers comprehensive benefits to eligible employees. Aside from our great health plans, we have a generous match to our 403B retirement savings plan, vacation, sick and personal days. We have Paid Winter Recess (Christmas to New Year’s Day). Finally, we offer generous educational benefits for eligible employees, their dependents and spouse/domestic partner.

Provides subject matter expertise in data manipulation, statistical data methodologies, data analysis, and development of new data science methods. Collaborates with principal investigators or study sponsors on high-level study design, data collection, data set analysis, protocol development, statistical analysis and inference, and report writing and presentations for internal and external audience. Leads development of complex analytical plans, creates systems for data monitoring, provides high-level statistical support, utilizes statistical software, creates research study reports, and contributes to manuscripts, grants, and scientific presentations. Adheres to all protocols.

a) Curating and organizing biological data, including omics data, related to musculoskeletal system.

b) Curating and organizing clinical data.

c) Establishing musculoskeletal databases.

d) Analyzing and modeling biological and clinical data related to musculoskeletal disorders

Be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.

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.