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University of Florida

Data Scientist III

🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $82K - $85K

💻 Data Science

🗓️ August 25th, 2025

Python

Edtech.com's Summary

The Department of Medicine, Division of Nephrology is hiring a Data Scientist III. This role involves performing data analyses, processing, feature extraction, and developing machine learning/deep learning models for heterogenous cell and tissue imaging data to support biomedical microscopy AI research projects. The position also ensures data and model integrity and contributes to scientific publications related to healthcare and imaging AI.

Highlights

  • Perform data analyses, processing, and feature extraction for biomedical microscopy AI projects.
  • Develop and validate machine learning and deep learning models with heterogeneous imaging data.
  • Maintain a large cell and tissue microscopy image database alongside clinical biometrics and healthcare outcome data.
  • Develop end-user plugins for detection, segmentation, quantification, and predictive modeling related to tissue imaging.
  • Collaborate with national and international partners and support end-users via cloud-based tools and communication channels.
  • Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree with five years experience or advanced degrees with less experience in data science, bioinformatics, statistics, or related fields.
  • Preferred skills include Python programming, ML pipeline development, digital pathology, computational pathology, computer vision, and experience with patient health data and large databases.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams are essential.
  • Expected annual salary ranges from $82,000 to $85,000.
  • Experience in scientific research with contributions to publications is favored.