What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Science Faculty position at University of Nebraska Medical Center?
Department CAHP Research Administration 50007351 Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Allied Health Professions FTE:
100
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular Work Schedule TBD by Program Director Requisition Category Faculty Requisition Title Data Science Faculty Job Title/Academic Rank Data Science Faculty DOQ Additional Requisition Title Data Science Faculty Appointment Type L1 - REG SPECIAL FAC/S Salary Range Salary Commensurate with Experience Job/EEO Category Faculty Job Requisition Begin Date 01/23/2025
Position Qualification
Position Summary
The College of Allied Health Professions (CAHP) invites applications for a potential tenure-leading faculty position specializing in data science. This position is part of a strategic initiative to strengthen our informatics capabilities and connect foundational methodologies with real-world healthcare applications. The successful candidate will join a vibrant academic healthcare system, working to advance clinical and translational research.
The Data Science faculty member will:
The Data Science faculty member will:
- Collaborate across various units within the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) and its clinical partners, including Nebraska Medicine (NM) and Children’s Hospital and Medical Center.
- Engage in productive interactions with institutions such as the National Institutes of Health-funded Great Plains IDeA Clinical and Translational Research (GP IDeA-CTR) network, which includes multiple Nebraska University Institutions, Creighton University, Boys Town, and others.
- Leverage informatics and computational methods to apply real-world solutions within research and clinical settings.
- Participate in externally funded research and educational programs in informatics.
- Mentor junior faculty, graduate students, and professional students in research and curricular matters.
- Contribute to the M.S. and Ph.D. programs in Bioinformatics, Clinical Informatics, and Applied Health Informatics graduate certificate.
- Opportunities for collaboration with Computer Sciences programs at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and University of Nebraska at Lincoln.
Required Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:
- A Doctoral degree in biomedical informatics, data science, statistics, or related fields.
- Knowledge of current research and deployment of informatics approaches, including the use of electronic health record (EHR) data, large “omics” datasets, or other high-density data methods to address significant biomedical issues. Emphasis on clinical or clinical-translational research questions in a learning health system.
- Expertise in ML/AI approaches, bioinformatics, clinical research informatics, clinical decision support, image informatics, population health informatics, and/or the intersection of informatics and health services research.
- A demonstrated capacity for program development, project management, leadership, and collaboration, including the ability to work effectively with administrators, faculty, staff, residents/fellows, and students.
- The proven ability to lead and work in multi-disciplinary teams.
- A record of government and/or industry grant support.
- A record of high-quality peer-reviewed publications.
Supplemental Qualifications
- The ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral presentations.
- Possess outstanding interpersonal skills to gain the confidence and respect of a wide variety of constituents.
- Inspire colleagues and staff to strive for excellence in research.
- Demonstrate honesty, trustworthiness, transparency, and a commitment to listening carefully and objectively through their actions, words, and professional conduct.
- Possess expertise in data science with a focus on informatics
- The demonstrated the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and institutions.
- Show a commitment to advancing clinical and translational research through innovative informatics solutions.
Working Environment & Physical Requirements
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
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Office environment
Other working environment
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
Bending, stooping, twisting
Not Applicable
Crawling
Not Applicable
Driving
Not Applicable
Kneeling
Occasionally
Reaching
Occasionally
Sitting
2-5 hours
Standing
2-5 hours
Squatting
Not Applicable
Walking
Occasionally
EXPOSURES
Atmospheric
No
Blood/body fluids
No
Chemical hazards
No
Working on or around moving machinery
No
Electrical current
No
Noise
No
Changes of temperature/humidity
No
Wear PPE
No
Work with laboratory animals
No
Radiation
Operating hand/power tools
No
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Hand/Wrists
Fine Manipulation
Both
Repetitive Motion
Both
Grasping
Both
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Computing, mousing.
Addtional
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EEO Statement
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNMC is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and included. UNMC does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNMC complies with all local, state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- C.V.
- Cover Letter
