Data Science Director jobs in Memphis, TN

Under the direction of Dr. Shaban-Nejad, the Postdoctoral Fellow will be responsible for Cancer data analytics, statistical modeling, developing machine learning algorithms and models, geocoding, and visualization of the proposed framework.

The successful candidate will work with a team of experts led by Dr. Arash Shaban-Nejad and David Schwartz on cancer data analysis, data management and governance, statistical and epidemiological inference and causal modeling and implementing machine learning solutions to enhance cancer surveillance and control and improve equity in cancer care and outcomes.

Duties:

·Integrating and analyzing clinical and social determinants of health datasets

·Designing, implementing and applying analytical solutions and advanced statistical methods, discovering patterns and generating actionable insights and recommendations

·Developing and utilizing Machine learning (ML) algorithms, as well as statistical and other predictive models to guide and recommend actions for improving cancer care and reducing health disparities.

·Working closely with a diverse team of experts towards creating and utilizing an AI based platform to improve cancer care

·Training students and junior researchers throughout the project life cycle 

·Writing reports, manuscripts and articles to appear in top journals and conferences in the field

·Participating in proposal preparation and research for national and local grant agencies

Qualifications

Ph.D. in a relevant discipline (e.g. Computer Science, Software Engineering, Medical Informatics, Mathematics, biostatistics, etc). Strong track record of quantitative and analytics mastery, and expertise in Statistical analysis, Machine Learning, Causal Modeling, and Epidemiological studies; Outstanding interpersonal skills and written and verbal communication capabilities.

Experience in Trustworthy AI, Knowledge Representation, Statistical Modeling and Casual Inference

Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action.

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is the flagship statewide, public, academic health institution in Tennessee. Founded in 1911, the mission of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center is to improve the health and well-being of Tennesseans and the global community by fostering integrated, collaborative, and inclusive education, research, scientific discovery, clinical care, and public service. Employing more than 4,600 people on its faculty, staff, and not-for-profit corporation faculty practice groups, and with more than 3,200 students across the state, UTHSC contributes $4 billion to the economy of Tennessee.

Part of the University of Tennessee System, the Health Science Center is headquartered in Memphis and includes all six of UT's doctoral-degree-granting health science colleges -- Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Graduate Health Sciences, and Health Professions. UTHSC spans the state with its four major, regional clinical health science locations in Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, as well as more than 100 clinical education sites across Tennessee. UTHSC is the largest educator of health care professionals in the state and operates the state's largest residency and fellowship advanced training programs.

Located in West Tennessee on the banks of the Mississippi River, Memphis is the second-largest city in the state and among the largest cities in the Southeast. The Greater Memphis metropolitan area has more than 1.3 million residents, and the city ranks among those with the lowest cost of living in the country. It is home to a vibrant restaurant scene, a revitalized Downtown, the Midtown Arts District, many scenic neighborhoods, an active medical district, and a burgeoning airport in the midst of a $214 million modernization.

Memphis boats attractions, including Elvis Presley's Graceland, the Memphis Grizzlies, historic Beale Street, the National Civil Rights Museum, the second-largest urban county park in the United States, and the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.