Research Associate Biomedical Statistics and Informatics

Company: Mayo Clinic
Location: Scottsdale
Posted on: October 15, 2020

Job Description:

City Scottsdale State Arizona Telecommute No Department Health Sciences Research Position description A Research Associate at Mayo Clinic is a temporary transitional role with the primary purpose to allow qualified individuals to work within an established investigator's program in preparation for an academic and/or independent research career. The ability to perform specialized or complex functions would typically be demonstrated through review of scientific accomplishments, contributions, and peer-reviewed publications averaging at least one per year post-doctoral degree. The Research Associate is expected to provide leadership support and training within an established research program. The PI's name is Dr. Todd A. DeWees, . Qualifications Mayo Clinic Health Sciences Research, Division of Biomedical Statistics and Informatics is currently seeking a talented postdoctoral candidate with research interest in clinical and biomedical statistics/informatics to join the program. The appointee will join a diverse team of researchers conducting clinical research in collaboration with the Department of Radiation Oncology including: retrospective analyses of medium to large registry databases, development of predictive models for patient-level data, programming and development of interactive tools to improve clinical utilization of patient data. Key requirements and selection criteria for the position include: * Ph.D in Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related discipline * Demonstrated expertise in some of the following areas: statistical models for clinical data, predictive modeling, image analysis, ensemble models for multiple data types * Demonstrated expertise or familiarity in the use of R, Python, and SASProof of English proficiency is required for J-1 Short-Term Scholars, Research Scholars, Professors, Specialists, and Student Interns sponsored by Mayo Clinic. The following is required for completeness of application: * Current curriculum vitae with bibliography * Proof of doctoral degree (copy of diploma or final transcript with English translation, if applicable)Please also be prepared that you may be asked to provide three letters of recommendation to the hiring PI prior to an interview. Additional qualifications Other desirable skills and selection criteria include: * Knowledge of big data techniques and data mining are plus. * Demonstrated expertise in some of the following areas: clinical common data models, clinical natural language processing, clinical terminology and ontology, clinical data warehouse and secondary use of EMR applications * Good interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively inside HSR program and a strong interest and devotion in working with clinicians and biomedical researchers * Familiar with Semantic Web framework/technologies and programming skills in a variety of languages Benefits eligible Yes Schedule Full Time Site description Over the next four years, Mayo Clinic is making significant investments in both the physical and technological future of health care, through doubling the size of the Mayo Clinic campus in Phoenix, inclusive of practice, education, and research activities. Mayo Clinic's campuses in Arizona are located in Phoenix and Scottsdale, in the beautiful Sonoran Desert. The region is known as the Valley of the Sun, a metropolitan area with more than 4 million residents in 25 cities and towns. With Phoenix being the sixth largest city in the nation, this sunny 'desert metropolis' offers the amenities of a big city in the midst of a strikingly beautiful, rugged, southwest landscape. Scottsdale frequently earns praise as a highly desirable place to live. The city's more than 200,000 residents enjoy a vibrant mix of culinary hot spots, arts and entertainment, professional and collegiate sports teams, and community resources. The region's desert climate promotes an outdoor lifestyle with a full complement of sports and recreation. Category Postdoc & Temporary Research Career profile Post Doctoral Research Specialty Research Job posting number BR Recruiter Lei Feng Equal opportunity employer As an Affirmative Action and

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