Data Scientist at University Of Pittsburgh

Data Scientist (remote)
Pitt IT Analytics - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (22008027)
Do you have a passion for diving deep to uncover key insights that drive critical business decisions? Pitt’s Center for Research Computing and Pitt IT are searching for a strategic and inquisitive data scientist who is passionate about deriving knowledge and insights from data to ideate, develop, and implement data-centered projects. Fully-remote and hybrid options are available. The data scientist will exercise their knowledge of descriptive and multivariate statistical techniques and applications, and database analysis tools and techniques to develop strategic insights to drive research and business goals. We will rely on you to work with stakeholders to identify data science use cases and their potential value, and then work with a team of analytics and data experts to identify, acquire, and cleanse data; create data science models; and deploy those models to dashboards and applications to realize business value.
You will work in the advanced computing community, develop high fidelity models, and utilize leading edge technologies and methodologies such as: high performance computing on state-of-the-art CPUs and GPUs, containerized workflows for machine learning and AI, data exploration and visualization, programming in R, Python, SAS, MatlabGraph analysis, image analysis, and predictive analytics in social media. You should be an analytical problem solver who enjoys diving into data, is excited about investigations and algorithms, can multi-task, and can credibly interface between technical teams, researchers, and management. Your analytical abilities, business understanding, and technical savvy will be used to identify specific and actionable opportunities to solve existing research and business problems and look around corners for future opportunities.
Expect to work hard at advancing the state-of-the-art in how data is applied to answer questions throughout the University. Pitt Information Technology (Pitt IT) creates experiences that delight, inspire, and empower people to impact education, research, and the broader community. Your efforts will be supporting a world-renowned teaching and research facility. Pitt IT is committed to representing the diverse community we serve; to value and promote equity, humanity, and diversity. We encourage qualified individuals to apply and join us in leveraging the strengths of people belonging to every race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender-identity, neuro-variance, sexual orientation, age, disability, and veteran status. Join the team responsible for strategy, implementation, and maintenance of technology at the University of Pittsburgh—ranked by Forbes among Amazon, CDW, Cisco Systems, Google, LinkedIn, and Microsoft as one of “America’s Best Large Employers.”
Preferred: Master’s or PhD in a quantitative, statistical, or other field that requires advanced statistical knowledge and application. However, combination of education, experience and/or industry certifications will be considered in lieu of education. Minimum 5 years experience working with complex data sets using advanced statistics or machine learning. R and/or Python, statistics, reshaping data. Hands-on experience in Linux environments is required.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets. The University of Pittsburgh requires all Pitt constituents (employees and students) on all campuses to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption. Visit coronavirus.pitt.edu to learn more about this requirement.
Department Details Founded in 1787, the University of Pittsburgh is one of the oldest institutions of higher ed in the US. Pitt people defeated polio, unlocked the secrets of DNA, led the world in organ transplants, among numerous other accomplishments. Your efforts will be supporting a world-renowned teaching and research facility. The work we do in Pitt IT Analytics is essential for driving data-based decision making at the highest levels.

Pitt Information Technology provides innovative services that support teaching, learning, research, and administrative functions at the University of Pittsburgh. We are committed to leveraging University resources, to enhance the experience of students, faculty, and staff; drive the digitization of campus; facilitate community engagement; and accelerate regional impact. 

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Assignment Category Full-time regular
Job Classification Staff.Systems/Programmer.IV
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required Master's
Minimum Experience Level Required 5-6 years experience
Work Schedule M-F bus hrs.  EST On occasion, some evening and weekend work may be necessary depending on business load, project timeline requirements.
Work Arrangement Remote: Teams working from different locations (off-campus).
Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable
Required Documents Resume
Optional Documents Cover Letter