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Data Scientists

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Salt Lake City, UT

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $60K - $75K

💻 Data Science

🗓️ October 31st, 2025

SQL Python

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Utah is hiring Data Scientists to support research activities within the Department of Biomedical Informatics. They will develop innovative solutions using exploratory data analysis, statistics, machine learning, and programming to create predictive models and prototypes that improve products and services.

Highlights
  • Develop and evaluate predictive models and advanced algorithms from complex, high-dimensional datasets.
  • Apply statistics, machine learning, programming, data modeling, simulation, and advanced mathematics techniques.
  • Collaborate with product engineers to translate prototypes into scalable products and provide implementation guidelines.
  • Positions available at two levels: Data Scientist I (entry-level, requiring bachelor's + 2 years or master's) and Data Scientist II (developing-level, requiring bachelor's + 4 years or master's + 2 years experience).
  • Preferred skills include programming in C Shell, VI editor on LINUX, SQL, moderate Python proficiency, and database management.
  • Work with faculty in health research or biomedical informatics settings.
  • Full-time positions with a standard 40-hour workweek, Monday through Friday, with potential hybrid telecommuting.
  • Temporary one-year funding tied to ASTP and K grants, with possible extension based on funding and business need.
  • Compensation range: $60,000 - $75,000 annually.
  • University values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

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Announcement
Details
Open Date 10/31/2025
Requisition Number PRN43456B
Job Title Data Scientists
Working Title Data Scientists
Career Progression Track P00
Track Level P2 - Developing, P1 - Entry Level Pro
FLSA Code Computer Employee
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday through Friday. Exact schedule is to be arranged with supervisor. This position may be eligible for a hybrid telecommuting arrangement.
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00241 - Biomedical Informatics
Location Other
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $60,000 - $75,000
Close Date 11/10/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The Department of Biomedical Informatics is seeking Data Scientist with experience in health research or informatics. They will work with the faculty in the Department of Biomedical Informatics to support ongoing research activities.

Produce innovative solutions driven by exploratory data analysis from complex and high-dimensional datasets. Apply knowledge of statistics, machine learning, programming, data modeling, simulation, and advanced mathematics to recognize patterns, identify opportunities, pose business questions, and make valuable discoveries leading to prototype development and product improvement. Use a flexible, analytical approach to design, develop, and evaluate predictive models and advanced algorithms that lead to optimal value extraction from the data. Generate and test hypotheses and analyze and interpret the results of product experiments. Work with product engineers to translate prototypes into new products, services, and features and provide guidelines for large-scale implementation.

This position is benefitted but is only temporarily funded for one year from the date of hire. The position may be extended based on additional funding and business need. This job is tied to ASTP and K grants. If the ASTP or K grants ever stop supplying funding, this position will immediately terminate.

Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu

The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.
Responsibilities
Data Scientist, I
Produce innovative solutions driven by exploratory data analysis from complex and high-dimensional datasets. Apply knowledge of statistics, machine learning, programming, data modeling, simulation, and advanced mathematics to recognize patterns, identify opportunities, pose business questions, and make valuable discoveries leading to prototype development and product improvement. Use a flexible, analytical approach to design, develop, and evaluate predictive models and advanced algorithms that lead to optimal value extraction from the data. Generate and test hypotheses and analyze and interpret the results of product experiments. Work with product engineers to translate prototypes into new products, services, and features and provide guidelines for large-scale implementation. Requires basic skill set and proficiency. Conducts work assignments as directed. Closely supervised with little latitude for independent judgment.
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree.
This is an Entry-Level position in the General Professional track.
Job Code: P33861
Grade: P16


Data Scientist, II
Produce innovative solutions driven by exploratory data analysis from complex and high-dimensional datasets. Apply knowledge of statistics, machine learning, programming, data modeling, simulation, and advanced mathematics to recognize patterns, identify opportunities, pose business questions, and make valuable discoveries leading to prototype development and product improvement. Use a flexible, analytical approach to design, develop, and evaluate predictive models and advanced algorithms that lead to optimal value extraction from the data. Generate and test hypotheses and analyze and interpret the results of product experiments. Work with product engineers to translate prototypes into new products, services, and features and provide guidelines for large-scale implementation. Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conducts work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment.
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
This is a Developing-Level position in the General Professional track.
Job Code: P33862
Grade: P18







Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Data Scientist, I: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree.

Data Scientist, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences
  • Education or experience with computer programming skills
  • Experience with large datasets
  • Proficiency in C Shell and VI editor in LINUX, SQL programming, moderate Python proficiency, and basic database management skills
  • Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with a multi-disciplinary team.

Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.


Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.


The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.


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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What is your highest level of completed education?
    • None
    • High School Diploma or Equivalent
    • Associate Degree
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Master's Degree
    • Doctorate Degree
  2. * How many years of related work experience do you have?
    • Less than 6 years
    • 6 years or more, but less than 9 years
    • 9 years or more, but less than 12 years
    • 12 years or more, but less than 15 years
    • 15 years or more
  3. Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment?

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. Please provide three professional references
    • First and Last Name
    • Relation
    • Company
    • Email Address
    • Phone Number
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume

Optional Documents

  1. Cover Letter
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