Data Scientist

Position Summary:

Oversee the migration and harmonization of clinical data.

Data Migration

• Assess the current state of the clinical data.
• Develop and execute a data migration strategy, ensuring data integrity during the transfer process.
• Conduct data validation post-migration to confirm successful transfer.

Data Harmonization

• Identify discrepancies and variations in data formats across different datasets.
• Develop and implement data harmonization protocols to standardize datasets.
• Ensure that harmonized data meet clinical and research requirements.

Bioinformatics Analysis

• Apply bioinformatics tools and techniques to analyze clinical datasets.
• Collaborate with clinical researchers to interpret results.

Data Science and Statistical Analysis

• Utilize machine learning and data mining techniques to uncover patterns and insights in clinical data.
• Perform statistical analyses to validate data findings and ensure robustness.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all processes, methodologies, and protocols.
• Generate regular reports summarizing data migration, harmonization, and analysis activities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and clinical standards in data handling and reporting.

Training and Support

• Provide training on new database systems and data analysis tools to clinical and research staff.
• Offer ongoing support and troubleshooting for database and bioinformatics-related issues.
• Develop user guides and training materials to facilitate knowledge transfer.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. degree in a related discipline, or three (3) years of specialized experience plus a Master’s degree, or five (5) years of specialized experience plus a BA/BS.
• Strong computational, bioinformatics and statistics skills with a strong clinical interest, knowledge, and background.
• Ability to learn how to use new software and quickly become expert in its use, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills.