Postdoctoral Research Associate - Epidemiology & Data Science
- University of Massachusetts Lowell
- Location: Lowell, MA
- Job Number: 7139297
- Posting Date: 3 months ago
- Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
General Summary of Position:
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled postdoctoral research associate to join our data science research team at the UMass BioNLP group: https://bio-nlp.org/. The successful candidate will work on epidemiological and data science studies focused on understanding the distribution, social determinants, and outcomes of mental health, substance use, cardiovascular and Alzheimer’s disease conditions in populations, using large electronic health record databases.
Minimum Qualifications (Required):
A Ph.D. in epidemiology, biostatistics, computer science or a related field
Strong knowledge and experience in epidemiological or data science study design and statistical analyses or natural language processing and machine learning
Experience in analyzing large, complex data sets
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Additional Considerations:
Experience in analyzing data using R, SAS or other statistical software
Experience in conducting population-based studies
Experience in the use of electronic health records (EHR) or other health care data sources
Experience in conducting epidemiological studies focused on mental health, substance use, cardiovascular or Alzheimer’s disease conditions
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Only current UML Employees within the Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; however, the posting may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.
This position is contingent upon funding. The initial appointment will be for approximately one-year with a possibility of renewal based on productivity, successful performance and the availability of funding.
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.
The University of Massachusetts Lowell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Title IX employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age over 40, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or other protected class.
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled postdoctoral research associate to join our data science research team at the UMass BioNLP group: https://bio-nlp.org/. The successful candidate will work on epidemiological and data science studies focused on understanding the distribution, social determinants, and outcomes of mental health, substance use, cardiovascular and Alzheimer’s disease conditions in populations, using large electronic health record databases.
Minimum Qualifications (Required):
A Ph.D. in epidemiology, biostatistics, computer science or a related field
Strong knowledge and experience in epidemiological or data science study design and statistical analyses or natural language processing and machine learning
Experience in analyzing large, complex data sets
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Additional Considerations:
Experience in analyzing data using R, SAS or other statistical software
Experience in conducting population-based studies
Experience in the use of electronic health records (EHR) or other health care data sources
Experience in conducting epidemiological studies focused on mental health, substance use, cardiovascular or Alzheimer’s disease conditions
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Only current UML Employees within the Grants & Contracts (MTA/GRACE) bargaining unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; however, the posting may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.
This position is contingent upon funding. The initial appointment will be for approximately one-year with a possibility of renewal based on productivity, successful performance and the availability of funding.
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.
The University of Massachusetts Lowell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Title IX employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age over 40, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or other protected class.
