Postdoctoral Scholar in Clinical Informatics (Public Health Sciences) Job at Penn State University, Hershey, PA

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  • Penn State University
  • Hershey, PA

Job Description

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Postdoctoral position in public health/clinical informatics in healthcare is immediately available with close collaboration with the Department of Neurology with focus on cerebrovascular diseases using high dimensional and multi-faceted data. This person's primary research will be focused on NIH-funded studies to develop prediction models for stroke using electronic health record data enriched with social determinants of health from multiple institutions.

This position requires attention to detail and strong organizational and interpersonal as well as scientific writing skills. This position is scheduled to begin as soon as possible. Geographic proximity to Hershey Medical Center/Penn State College of Medicine is necessary for in-person activities (e.g. meetings/presentations); however, the position includes opportunities for hybrid work.

The postdoctoral scholar will be expected to author publications resulting from his/her research and will be provided mentored opportunities to obtain independent grant support in later years.

The following education and work experience are required:

•A PhD in statistics/ biostatics, public/population health, bioinformatics, computer science, or another appropriate field, or an MD (or MD, MPH) with experience working with big data
•Familiar with R and one or more other programming languages, e.g., Python, Perl, C++, JAVA, or MATLAB.
•Strong scientific writing skills, demonstrated by at least two first-author and at 4 co-author publications
•The ability of independent learning and thinking in a highly dynamic and decentralized environment, as well as being a team player to contribute to many ongoing collaborative projects.

This is a limited-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire.

Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University polices.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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