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RXinsider LTD.

$142 - $236/hr

We are seeking a PhD-level Data Scientist with deep behavioral science expertise to join the Behavioral Science team. This role will sit at the intersection of behavioral research, evidence synthesis ...

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San Francisco, CA · On-site

As a Data Scientist, you will develop models that influence pricing, user retention, and ... behavior data (session patterns, spend curves, matchmaking outcomes, gameplay trajectories). • ...

Team Velocity Marketing

$160 - $190/hr

Large‑scale customer or behavioral data * Marketing analytics, personalization, or customer intelligence * SaaS, automotive, retail, advertising, or marketing technology * Real‑time inference or ...

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Senior Data Scientist, Growth

Mountain View, CA · Hybrid

$200K - $260K/yr

As a Growth Data Scientist, you will be the quantitative partner to Growth Product, Engineering ... Develop behavioral and needs-based segments and translate insights into targeted product ...

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Senior Data Scientist, Growth

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$200K - $260K/yr

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Data Scientist

Miami, FL · On-site

$102K - $128K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related ... behavioral data) * Strong data wrangling and exploratory data analysis (EDA) skills * Experience ...

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Miami, FL · On-site

$102K - $128K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related ... behavioral data) * Strong data wrangling and exploratory data analysis (EDA) skills * Experience ...

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Data Scientist

Miami, FL · On-site

$102K - $128K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related ... behavioral data) * Strong data wrangling and exploratory data analysis (EDA) skills * Experience ...

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Data Scientist

Miami, FL

$102K - $128K/yr

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Miami, FL

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Miami, FL

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Miami, FL

$102K - $128K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related ... behavioral data) * Strong data wrangling and exploratory data analysis (EDA) skills * Experience ...

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Data Scientist

New Orleans, LA • On-site

Xavier University of Louisiana
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Job description

Posting Details
Posting Summary
Position Title
Data Scientist
FLSA
Exempt
Department
Department Of Chemistry
Job Summary
Xavier University of Louisiana is accepting applications for a Data Scientist. The successful candidate will assist the facility users and research project investigators with analysis, visualization, interpretation and organization of data for publications and grant applications. He/she will also be involved in providing computational/data science solutions on collaborative projects with researchers at partner institutions, such as Tulane University, Ochsner Health System and the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans. AA/EOE
Minimum Qualifications
Requirements:
• PhD degree in Computer Science/Data Science/(Bio)Statistics/Applied Mathematics/Bioinformatics/Public Health or other quantitative sciences;
• Experience in the development of statistical machine learning methods and/or data science algorithms/pipelines
• Solid programming skills, and the ability to work independently.
• Good written and oral communication skills,
• Additional experience in large-scale medical records/social/behavioral data analyses would be a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
• PhD degree in Computer Science/Data Science/(Bio)Statistics/Applied Mathematics/Bioinformatics/Public Health or other quantitative sciences;
• Experience in the development of statistical machine learning methods and/or data science algorithms/pipelines
• Solid programming skills, and the ability to work independently.
• Good written and oral communication skills,
• Additional experience in large-scale medical records/social/behavioral data analyses would be a plus.
Special Requirements Summary
Work Hours
Monday thru Friday 8:00am until 5:00pm
KSA's
Knowledge, Education, Experience, and Proficiencies
PhD degree in Computer Science/Data Science/(Bio)Statistics/Applied Mathematics/ Bioinformatics/Public Health or other quantitative sciences
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description
The successful candidate will assist the facility users and research project investigators with analysis, visualization, interpretation and organization of data for publications and grant applications. He/she will also be involved in providing computational/data science solutions on collaborative projects with researchers at partner institutions, such as Tulane University, Ochsner Health System and the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S368P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
03/04/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Date
02/06/2024
Application Review Date
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Attach online only your resume, cover letter, transcripts and contact information for 3 references.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/2990
About Xavier
About Xavier
Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier is Catholic and historically Black. Located in New Orleans, the ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. This preparation takes place in a diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates all relevant educational means, including research and community service.

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