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Data Scientist III, School of Public Health

UT Southwestern Medical Center
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Apr 2026

About the role

Data Scientist III, School of Public Health - (938642)

Description

 

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

JOB SUMMARY
Works under broad direction to provide and oversee the analysis and development of algorithms and software for clinical and/or basic research problems. Oversees and participates in programs to impact data acquisition, management, and analysis in basic, translational, and clinical research, including clinical trials. 

This position is responsible for designing and executing complex data workflows and technical solutions across multiple projects within the Biostatistics and Data Science Core (BDSC). The role requires expertise in advanced data science and computational methods, including algorithm development, machine learning, natural language processing, and artificial intelligence, to support research analysis and related technical workflows.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

  • PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
  • Paid Time Off, available day one
  • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
  • Paid Parental Leave Benefit
  • Wellness programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
  • Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!



EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

  • Education
    PhD In Computer Science, Bioinformatics, (Bio)mathematics, (Bio)statistics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field or 
    Master's Degree M.S. in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, (Bio)mathematics, (Bio)statistics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field or 
    Bachelor's Degree B.S. with demonstrated experience in broadly defined areas of bioinformatics 
     
  • Experience
    2 years of post-graduation experience in data analysis and/or scientific software development with PhD 
    4 years of post-graduation experience in data analysis and/or scientific software development with Master's degree 
    6 years of post-graduation experience in data analysis and/or scientific software development with Bachelor's degree 
     


JOB DUTIES

  • Analyzes and develops formalisms, algorithms and software for applications in biomedical research.
  • Develops and maintains software tools and infrastructure for resolving specific problems.
  • Oversees the development, testing and revision of programs in a team with diverse bioinformatics expertise.
  • Trains users and other personnel in analyzing, defining and resolving computational problems.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
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