Sr Data Scientist

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better.

Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability.

Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

**Job Location (Full Address):**

30 Corporate Woods, Suite 180, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623

**Opening:**

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

910395 Health Lab

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 114

Compensation Range:

$86,482.00 - $129,723.00

_The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job.

Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._

**Responsibilities:**

GENERAL PURPOSE
Provides specialized depth and breadth of expertise in the design, implementation and dissemination of advanced analytics and data science projects.

Works with and advises key stakeholders to provide analysis and insights to enable data-driven decision-making.

Provides leadership and mentorship in the development and evolution of advanced statistical and mathematical methods, including machine learning capabilities.

Works in partnership with, and provides guidance to, team members solving complex problems to ensure robust, scalable analytics solutions and implementing them efficiently and effectively across the enterprise.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**

+ Translates complex data into insights and compelling stories.
+ Presents data models, analyses and visuals, including dynamic visuals such as dashboards, to internal and external stakeholders.
+ Iterates and refines based on feedback.
+ Makes recommendations and provides actionable insight to stakeholders based on analysis.
+ Partners with operational and clinical leaders to implement recommendations and provides consultation as needed.
+ Provides expert consultation to high-level external stakeholders, including senior and executive leadership.
+ Guides strategy and influences project priorities, direction and scoping.
+ Understands underlying clinical and research requirements and formulates, designs and executes analytical solutions to support them.
+ Reviews and approves team’s analysis and analytic products.
+ Analyzes and models structured data and implements algorithms to support analysis using advanced statistical and mathematical methods.
+ Designs, develops and implements robust, reproducible processes to prepare, extract and enrich a variety of structured and unstructured data sources.
+ Provides scalable solutions and collaborates on dissemination efforts.
+ Creates and implements data science solutions to support analytical efforts and expand dashboard capabilities.
+ Leads team in developing, managing and executing project plans.
+ Offers subject matter expertise on ML and related analytic approaches.
+ Completes agile development of data models, ML pipelines, dashboards and reporting.
+ Cultivates new data sources to offer insights and analyses needed for research and decision-making.
+ Maintains current knowledge base and expertise relative to the technology and software used by functional areas being supported.
+ Assigns and reviews the work of assigned personnel.
+ Instructs personnel on established standards and provides technical knowledge and guidance to ensure optimum efficiency and project progress.

Other duties as assigned

**MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE**

+ Bachelor's degree and 4 years of relevant experience required
+ Master's degree preferred
+ Or equivalent combination of education and experience
+ Considerable experience with relational databases required

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES**

+ Strong attention to detail, ability to develop creative solutions to complex problems, and strong critical thinking skills required
+ Strong analytic, qualitative and quantitative data analysis skills, with demonstrated ability to break down complex problems into phased deliverables required
+ Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills, including the ability to describe data science concepts to lay/nonexpert audiences required
+ Proficiency with Python (or R), including common machine/deep learning libraries and their implementation required
+ Fluency with data visualization tools, such as Tableau, Spotfire or PowerBI required
+ Ability to work independently and successfully complete assigned tasks on time without direct oversight required

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better.

In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics).

This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

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**Learn.

Discover.

Heal.

Create.**

Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home.

One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning.

We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better.

If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals

At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora.

It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.

Required Skill Profession

Other General