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Institute for Medical Research Data Scientist Work as part of a fast-paced, highly-productive research team led by Dr. Stephen Freedland at the Durham VA Medical Center. Our team specializes in urology research, with a focus on risk stratification, health disparities, and lifestyle factors among veterans with prostate cancer. The Data Scientist will leverage a large amount of national-level VA data using machine learning and natural language processing techniques to build and train natural language understanding and prediction systems. Critical Element #1 – Analyze Data Using Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing Techniques 1. Demonstrate knowledge of ML/NLP skills including entity recognition, extraction, and linkage; domain classification and text categorization; event detection; text preprocessing; and language modeling 2. Use NLP techniques to extract meaning from text found in electronic medical records 3. Develop machine learning algorithms and models to acquire domain understanding of factors contributing to and predicting urologic disease 4. Conduct experiments to prove the efficacy of the new algorithms and models that you develop 5. Manage processes and jobs using a “Big Data” framework such as Hadoop 6. Keep up with recent advances in natural language processing, machine learning, and big data processing 7. Ensure data security including privacy protection, backups, etc. Critical Element #2 – Acquire, Store, and Process Data 1. Access VA databases, repositories, and charts to extract relevant data and transfer to relational databases • Utilize VA documentation and resources to identify data of interest • Evaluate data efficacy and think critically about the data 2. Integrate ML/NLP pipelines with existing database systems for storage and manual review of data 3. On occasion, contribute to the development of database back ends for data storage and frontends for data review Critical Element #3 – Document Work 1. Document work via procedural manuals, comments, codebooks, and good programming practices 2. Contribute to and review articles for submission to conferences and peer-reviewed journals 3. Provide written, oral, and/or electronic status reports of assigned tasks Critical Element #4 – Collaborate with Study Team Members 1. Coordinate with collaborators to learn about and share knowledge of VA resources and ML/NLP techniques 2. Provide input on project proposals and decisions related to scope, timeline, feasibility, and other relevant issues 3. Liaise with research coordinators to ensure all procedures comply with HIPAA and IRB regulations 4. Communicate with VA technology departments to address/resolve IT needs and problems 5. Collaborate with developers and coordinators to ensure that project deadlines are met 6. Participate in local and remote team meetings on a frequent and regular schedule 7. Train additional team members, as necessary The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Employees are expected to perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. About Institute for Medical Research Institute for Medical Research, Inc. (IMR) is a non-profit, tax exempt institute whose mission is to support research and education at the Durham Veterans Affairs Medical Center for the enhancement of the health and lives of the Veteran population, their families and the public at large. Established in 1989, IMR conducts and supports extramural research and educational activities by collaborating with the Durham VA Medical Center, private companies, governmental agencies, foundations and academic institutions. It is through these partnerships that the Institute for Medical Research, Inc. has developed an extensive research portfolio to advance the health and well-being of veterans, their families and the public at large. With a varied research program from cancer to PTSD to research in space the Institute for Medical Research plays a vital role in the support of research and education at the Durham VA Medical Center. http://imr.org/ Qualifications 1. MS/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or other relevant field 2. Proficiency with commonly available tools and infrastructures for natural language processing, text mining, machine learning, and parallel data processing 3. Strong software development skills in modern (C++, Java, etc.) and scripting languages (Python, Perl, etc.) 4. Strong computer science fundamentals (algorithms, data structures, software architecture, and object-oriented design) 5. Experience using “Big Data” platforms (Hadoop/Mahout, Spark/MLlib, etc.) 6. Knowledge of database theory, design, and querying 7. Experience with Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, and SQL is preferred 8. Understanding of software version control concepts and tools 9. Ability to solve problems, troubleshoot, and quickly and independently learn new skills 10. Record of contributions to research products is preferred, preferably peer-reviewed publications 11. Well-developed oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey complex technical information accurately to both technical and non-technical audiences 12. Demonstrated organizational skills with ability to manage multiple work assignments and adjust schedules based on changing requirements, priorities, and deadlines. 13. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team; exhibiting a spirit of cooperation, teamwork, resource sharing, and mutual respect Employees work for the Institute for Medical Research and will have a WOC appointment at the Durham VA Medical Center. Please visit www.imr.org for information about employee benefits. Salary will be commensurate with abilities and experience. We do not sponsor applicants for work visas. We are an equal-opportunity employer. Please forward cover letter and resume to [email protected] citing “Data Scientist Job Application” in the subject line