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RELX

Lead Data Scientist

Raleigh, NC

$104K - $174K/yr

We are seeking a Lead Data Scientist to leads a team of junior members to support their development and work product. You will define the scope of a project and execute that project as a team. As a ...

LexisNexis

Lead Data Scientist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$104K - $174K/yr

We are seeking a Lead Data Scientist toleads a team of junior members to support their development and work product. You will define the scope of a project and execute that project as a team. As a ...

LexisNexis

Lead Data Scientist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$104K - $174K/yr

We are seeking a Lead Data Scientist to leads a team of junior members to support their development and work product. You will define the scope of a project and execute that project as a team. As a ...

RELX Group plc

Lead Data Scientist

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$104K - $174K/yr

We are seeking a Lead Data Scientist toleads a team of junior members to support their development and work product. You will define the scope of a project and execute that project as a team. As a ...

Dhalite Inc.

Junior Data Analyst

Boston, MA · On-site

We are currently looking for a Junior Data Analyst who is passionate about data analysis, reporting ... Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, IT, Data Analytics ...

Holland America Group

Associate Data Scientist

Seattle, WA

$67K - $68K/yr

The Junior Data Scientist will materially improve the accuracy and adoption levels of YODA and work with the Revenue Science Manager to ensure YODA continues to develop to meet the evolving needs of ...

BrightStar Credit Union

Jr. Data Analyst

Hollywood, FL · On-site

$62K - $75K/yr

As a Jr. Data Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting the data-driven decision-making ... Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a ...

Holland America Group

Associate Data Scientist

Seattle, WA · On-site

$67K - $68K/yr

The Junior Data Scientist will materially improve the accuracy and adoption levels of YODA and work with the Revenue Science Manager to ensure YODA continues to develop to meet the evolving needs of ...

Holland America Group

Associate Data Scientist

Seattle, WA

$67K - $68K/yr

The Junior Data Scientist will materially improve the accuracy and adoption levels of YODA and work with the Revenue Science Manager to ensure YODA continues to develop to meet the evolving needs of ...

Asta CRS Inc.

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Junior Data Analyst

Hartford, CT · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

The Junior Data Analyst plays a key role in supporting data-driven decision-making by collecting ... This entry-level position involves working with various data sources to identify trends, generate ...

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for entrylevel junior data scientist in the United States is $122,738.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,500.00 and $136,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entrylevel Junior Data Scientist vs Data Analyst?

AspectEntrylevel Junior Data ScientistData Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Data Science, Statistics, or related field; some roles prefer internshipsBachelor's in Statistics, Mathematics, Business, or related field
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with data scientists and engineers; focuses on modeling and algorithmsPrepares reports, visualizations, and interprets data for business decisions
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, startups, finance, healthcareRetail, marketing, finance, consulting

Entrylevel Junior Data Scientists focus on building models and applying machine learning techniques, often requiring programming skills. Data Analysts primarily interpret data through reports and visualizations. While both roles require a strong foundation in statistics, Junior Data Scientists typically need more technical skills in coding and modeling, whereas Data Analysts focus on data interpretation and communication.

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Data Scientist- AI.Health4All

Data Scientist- AI.Health4All

University of Illinois

Chicago, IL • On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Data Scientist- AI.Health4All
Hiring Department: College of Medicine
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1039521
Posting Close Date: 6/13/2026
Salary: The budgeted salary rate for the position is $100,000-130,000
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary
The Data Scientist will lead and contribute to the design, development, and implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) solutions that advance healthcare delivery, clinical decision-making, and population health research. This role integrates data science, software engineering, and translational research, with a focus on reproducibility, fairness, and real-world clinical impact. The data scientist will serve as a technical and scientific lead, collaborating with faculty, clinicians, and data engineers to deliver impactful applied research projects. The position also includes mentorship of junior researchers and fostering a high standard of technical and scientific excellence across the program.
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Researchand Technical Leadership
  • -Lead applied AI and ML research projects in healthcare and biomedical domains.
    -Develop, fine-tune, and evaluate advanced machine learning models, including deep learning, large language models and -multimodal modeling for large scale clinical and biomedical data. large language models and multimodal architectures.
    -Translate research findings into deployable systems, decision-support tools, or analytical frameworks.
    -Conduct external validation and real-world evaluation of machine learning models using diverse clinical datasets.
    -Ensure all research outputs adhere to best practices in reproducibility, documentation, and data integrity.
  • Collaborationand Grant Development
    -Collaborate with clinical investigators and interdisciplinary teams to identify opportunities for AI-driven solutions.
    -Contribute to manuscripts, technical reports, and grant proposals, and institutional pilot mechanisms.
    -Present project outcomes in academic and professional settings.
    -Mentorshipand Supervision
    -Supervise and mentor junior data scientists, research associates, and students.
    -Provide guidance on experimental design, software development, and machine learning methodology.
    -Promote a collaborative and transparent research environment.
  • Infrastructureand Innovation
    -Develop and maintain data processing pipelines, model repositories, and evaluation tools.
    -Implement scalable and secure computing environments that comply with institutional data-governance and privacy policies.
    -Develop reproducible data pipelines and collaborative model development environments.
    -Support the integration of AI tools into ongoing clinical and translational research workflows.

    • Minimum Qualifications
    • Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Informatics, or a related field.
    • Strong record of research in applied machine learning, natural language processing, or related AI domains.
    • Proficiency with modern ML frameworks such as PyTorch, or TensorFlow.
    • Demonstrated programming expertise in Python and familiarity with distributed or cloud-based computing.
    • Experience working with large or complex datasets, preferably in healthcare or biomedical contexts.
    • Evidence of peer-reviewed publications or equivalent research outputs.
    • Excellent communication and collaboration skills within multidisciplinary teams.

    Preferred Qualifications
    • Experience leading or coordinating research and technical teams.
    • Prior work with clinical or biomedical data, including electronic health records or medical text.
    • Familiarity with data privacy, ethical AI practices, and reproducibility standards.
    • Demonstrated success in contributing to or securing research funding.

    The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
    The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
    Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
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    The University of Illinois, located in Urbana, Illinois, US, is a prominent entity in the higher education sector. Operating its official functions through its website uillinois.edu, the institution provides a range of educational programs and services. The University was founded in 1867 and has since grown dramatically both in size and reputation. Its core values are embodied in its mission to enhance the lives of its students and citizens in the state, nation, and world through leadership in learning, discovery, engagement, and economic development. The university boasts several notable achievements including producing Nobel laureates and Pulitzer prize winners. It is renowned for its research programs and is known for significant advancements across various fields including engineering, science, and humanities.

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    Urbana, IL, US

    Year founded

    1974

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