Data Science Analyst 1

Data Science Analyst 1 Augusta University - 3.8 Augusta, GA Job Details Full-time $48,800 - $61,000 a year 23 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications AI models Collaborate with healthcare professionals TensorFlow Genomics Research design Statistics Dashboard development Performance dashboards Data transformation pipeline development Statistics Computer Science Electronic health records (EHR) management Scientific publications Bachelor's degree in statistics PyTorch Faculty collaboration Engineering R Patient service Scientific and medical presentations experience Pandas Bachelor's degree in engineering Bachelor's degree Grant proposals Natural language processing Participating in conferences Predictive analytics Research data analysis 1 year Machine learning libraries AI Bachelor's degree in computer science Research & development Machine learning frameworks Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description About Us Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.

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//www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other. Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state. The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location Augusta University Our Health Sciences Campus:

1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus:

2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904 Job Summary The Department of AI & Health seeks a Data Scientist I to join a growing research unit at a pivotal time in healthcare research. The role supports the expansion of the department's computational capabilities and the development of AI-driven health research initiatives. The position involves work with medical imaging, electronic health records, genomics, and real-time patient monitoring data, contributing to predictive diagnostics, personalized medicine, and clinical decision support. This work will directly support grant development, increase publication output in high-impact journals, attract doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows, and strengthen collaborations with clinical departments and external partners. Responsibilities The responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Application Development and Maintenance Apply machine learning and statistical methods to analyze complex healthcare datasets. Collaborate with clinical researchers and faculty to design and implement data-driven research projects. Develop and maintain data pipelines for processing medical imaging, EHR data, genomics, and patient monitoring data. Contribute to grant proposals and scientific publications. Support the development of predictive models for clinical applications. Participate in collaborative research initiatives with clinical departments. Document methodologies and create reproducible analysis workflows. Present findings to research teams and at scientific conferences. Collaboration and Communication Collaborate with clinicians, educators, and administrators to frame problems, understand data needs, and interpret model outputs. Translate insights into operational recommendations through dashboards, briefings, and stakeholder presentations. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Biomedical Informatics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field and one year of related experience. Preferred Qualifications Additional Preferred Qualifications Prior involvement in healthcare, academic operations, or public sector analytics. Familiarity with EHR systems (Epic, Encompass) or academic admissions systems (AMCAS). Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Demonstrated experience with machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), or AI model development. Proficiency in Python, R, and data manipulation libraries (e.g., pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch). Experience working with clinical, academic, or institutional datasets preferred. Excellent communication skills and ability to translate complex technical findings for non-technical stakeholders.

Shift/Salary/Benefits Shift:

Days/M-F (work outside of normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position)

Pay Band:

B9

Salary Range:

$48,800/annually - $61,000/annually Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.

Recruitment Period:

1/21/26 - Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today! Conditions of Employment All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires:

Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited. Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. How To Apply Consider applying with us today!

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