Biomedical Data Scientist Director Assoc

Job Title
Biomedical Data Scientist Director Assoc

Requisition Number
RE54161

Working Title

Department Name
7P180:DEPT OF BIOSTATISTICS

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
48

Salary Range
$62,941-103,834/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

PhD

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Required Related Experience

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting for extended periods of time, lifting up to 10 pounds, possible job related travel.

Shift

Typically Monday – Friday Between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Additional hours as needed.

Job Summary

The Department of Biostatistics seeks a Biomedical Data Science Associate Director with expertise 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 lead collaborations with research partners across campus to translate research ideas into well-designed studies, implement advanced 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 lead initiatives to further 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.

Internal Employee Being Considered

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Statistical programming expertise in R or SAS required.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

PhD + 2 years experience or MS + 5 years experience required. Graduate degree(s) in Biostatistics, Data Science, or Statistics preferred.

Deadline to Apply
04/30/2026

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