University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) School of Public Health · 1 day ago
VISITING SENIOR RESEARCH SPECIALIST
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expThe University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is a leading urban public research university, and they are seeking a Visiting Senior Research Specialist in the Department of Emergency Medicine. This role involves working with Project HEAL and the Center for Health Access, focusing on the research, design, development, and maintenance of advanced software systems for clinical research and quality improvement projects using statistical methods, machine learning algorithms, and data visualization techniques.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Work with Project HEAL and the Center for Health Access as the Director of Data Science, Machine Learning and AI
Be responsible for the research, design, development, and maintenance of advanced software systems that contribute to clinical research and quality improvement projects by leveraging statistical methods, machine learning algorithms, and data visualization techniques
Collaborate closely with principal investigators, clinicians and researchers to translate data insights into actionable strategies for better decision-making within the emergency department, particularly as it relates to social emergency medicine initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
5 years of experience in software design & development employing Python, R, Tableau, MySQL, WordPress, Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, PHP, object-oriented programming, and data-driven design methodologies
Experience with internet technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) software development
5 years of experience in database/software development
3 years of experience in health-related research
Proficiency with applications such as REDCap (particularly use of APIs), Tableau, SQL, Python, and SPSS/SAS/or R
Advanced knowledge of machine learning and AI systems and development
Preferred
Master's degree in data science, machine learning and AI or a related field involving research methodology and statistical analysis
Advanced knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices and methods
Experience with REDCap advanced logic and data piping and experience working with the UIC Advanced Cyberinfrastructure for Education and Research (ACER) and cloud-based systems utilized by UIC, such as Azure SCE
Training and in-depth knowledge of UIC IRB and UI Health data regulations and policies and familiarity with University of Illinois system machine learning and AI governance
Prior data management experience in NIH/PCORI funded health studies
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid time Off
Tuition waivers for employees and dependents
Company
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) School of Public Health
As Illinois' only fully-accredited public health school, the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) School of Public Health strengthens health equity and social justice in neighborhoods in Chicago and communities around the world.
201-500 employees
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