Research Computer Scientist University of Utah
- 4.1 Salt Lake City, UT Job Details Full-time $30,000
- $52,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Retirement plan Qualifications Statistics Computer science Computational research Data preprocessing Computer Science Neuroscience University research Mid-level Master of Science Technical research projects Developing data pipelines Research data analysis Experience in a research and development laboratory environment Full Job Description This position is for skilled computer scientist (M.
Sc, or multiple years of post-graduate experience), to work in a systems neuroscience research laboratory on the development of computational pipelines for the processing and analysis of neural and behavioral data. Responsibilities Major responsibilities will include building custom workflows that integrate code from publicly available repositories, and the development of custom code base for the analysis of specific experiments. Major libraries that will be used include CaImAn, CNMFE, CaliAli, SLEAP, and Keypoint MoSeq. The position responsibilities will also include preprocessing of neural and behavioral data, and generation of analysis of figures for research projects ongoing in the lab. This position is temporary (~12 months, though specific end date is subject to change), and is a non-benefited position. Minimum Qualifications Preferences M.Sc, or multiple years of post-graduate experience Special Instructions Summary This posting is closed and is no longer accepting applications. Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page. Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.
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- Veteran Only Open Date 08/26/2026 Requisition Number
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Job Title Research Computer Scientist Working Title Research Computer Scientist Career Progression Track A00 Track Level FLSA Code Professional Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary Is this a work study job? No VP Area U of U Health
- Academics Department 00219
- Neurobiology Research Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 30000 to 52000 Close Date 09/07/2026 Priority Review Date (Note
- Posting may close at any time)
