Data Scientist - Danvers, United States - Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)

Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)

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Danvers, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Data Scientist

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

The Genetics and Aging Research Unit (GARU) at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is seeking a highly motivated scientist in for a Data Scientist position to work on Alzheimer's disease.

The analyst will be joining a large dynamic research environment in the genetics and aging research unit (Research).

Programming,data analysis experience, familiarity with HPC and cloud computing, ability to work independently and in teamwork, self-direction, excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

Prior research experience in the field of machine learning or statistical genetics is strongly preferred.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

EHR, imaging, WGS, other omics data organization and processing
Creating, executing, and documenting quality control and analysis automated pipelines

- or HPC- frameworks.

Critically review and summarize results, contribute to publications
Assist the PI(s) with determining the most suitable methodology
Prepare written and/or verbal reports
Organize and summarize acquired data, using scientific and statistical techniques
Organize and/or draft material for the preparation of research papers, manuscripts and other documents for publication and/or presentation
Participate in the design of experiments
Uses statistical and graphic summaries
Orients and trains new Research Technicians and Fellows

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

BS or MS in statistical genetics, bioinformatics, computer science, machine learning or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Knowledge of commonly used programming languages for machine learning and bioinformatics analysis, such as R, Python and shell scripting
High analytical skills, ability to learn new computational tools
Detailoriented, selfmotivated, and able to work independently and as a team member.
Has basic understanding of statistics and genetics
Excellent communication skills
Computer literacy
Experience with Unixbased systems
Ability to perform multiple tasks independently
Ability to identify problems and develop solutions
Ability to prioritize tasks and set deadlines
Ability to interpret acceptability of data results

EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree required; MS preferred.

EXPERIENCE:
Required: Bachelor with 3+ years of experience in a research-related field or a Master degree

Preferred:
Prior knowledge of machine learning and statistical genetics methods and experience with cloud-computing systems

EEO Statement

Primary Location MA-Danvers-MGH Danvers

Work Locations MGH Danvers Endicott Street Danvers 01923

Job IT/Health IT/Informatics - Other

Organization Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)

Schedule Full-time

Standard Hours 40

Shift Day Job

Employee Status Regular

Recruiting Department MGH Neurology Research

Job Posting Apr 15, 2024