Biomedical Data Scientist Director Assoc

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleBiomedical Data Scientist Director AssocRequisition NumberRE54161Working TitleDepartment Name7P180:DEPT OF BIOSTATISTICSWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level48Salary Range$62,941-103,834/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

PhD

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsSitting for extended periods of time, lifting up to 10 pounds, possible job related travel.ShiftTypically Monday – Friday Between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Additional hours as needed.Job SummaryThe 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 ConsideredSkills / Knowledge / AbilitiesStatistical programming expertise in R or SAS required.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperiencePhD + 2 years experience or MS + 5 years experience required. Graduate degree(s) in Biostatistics, Data Science, or Statistics preferred.Deadline to Apply04/30/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please briefly describe your experience leading the analytical components of collaborative research projects or teams.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vita
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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