Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title Biomedical Data Scientist Requisition Number RE55044 Working Title Department Name 7P180:DEPT OF BIOSTATISTICS Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 47 Salary Range $58,302-96,179/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education
MS
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1 yr
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None
Physical Requirements
Occasional lifting up to 15 pounds, sitting for extended periods of time
Shift
Monday - Friday Between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Additional hours when needed to meet department needs
Job Summary
The Department of Biostatistics seeks a biomedical data scientist with experience in collaborative research and analysis of biomedical data including clinical and observational data. The candidate will work in the Biostatistics Consulting and Interdisciplinary Research Collaboration Lab (Biostat CIRCL) to collaborate with research partners across campus to translate research ideas into well-designed studies, implement appropriate statistical methodologies to answer research questions, and interpret findings. Day-to-day tasks include consulting with research partners, creating data management and analytic plans, statistical programming, data visualization, automated report generation, and scientific writing. As a member of the Biostat CIRCL, the position will advance the team science mission of the unit and build infrastructure for effective data science practices on interdisciplinary research teams. This position may be on campus or fully remote.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Statistical programming expertise (R or SAS) required
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience
PhD or [MS + 1 year experience] required. Graduate degree(s) in Biostatistics, Data Science, or Statistics preferred.
Deadline to Apply 07/16/2026 Our University Community
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