Research Scientist, School Public Health at UT Southwestern Medical Center

Dallas, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Research, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Medical Image Analysis, Data Integration, Biomarkers, Collaboration, Validation Studies, Experimental Protocols, Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Safety Procedures, Technical Supervision, Scientific Manuscripts, Progress Reports, Grant Deliverables

Industry

Higher Education

Description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! JOB SUMMARY Plans, coordinates, directs, and participates in work of smaller research project or major unit of large research project in field of specialization for which incumbent is particularly qualified in terms of extensive training and/or experience. This position will play a key role in the CPRIT-funded Data Science and AI Core for Population Research (DAICOR), contributing to the development, implementation, and deployment of advanced imaging-based AI tools to improve early cancer detection and population-level cancer research. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and maintaining machine learning and deep learning models for medical image analysis across diverse cancer screening modalities; developing and optimizing pipelines for image preprocessing, harmonization, and integration with the DAICOR secure digital platform; and leading rigorous validation studies. The Research Scientist will collaborate closely with clinicians, data scientists, and population researchers to extract imaging-derived biomarkers, support multimodal data integration efforts, and contribute substantively to scientific manuscripts, progress reports, and grant-related deliverables. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education PhD with major course work in the field of assignment or Master's Degree with major course work in the field of assignment or Bachelor's Degree with major course work in the field of assignment Experience 5 years of research experience in the field of assignment with PhD including 2 years at the level of Senior Research Associate or its equivalent or 7 years of research experience in the field of assignment with Master's degree including 3 years at the level of Senior Research Associate or its equivalent or 9 years of research experience in the field of assignment with Bachelor's degree including 4 years Level of Senior Research Associate or its equivalent. JOB DUTIES Plans, organizes coordinates, directs, and personally participates in assigned scientific or medical research project. Selects or assists in selection of key research personnel. Determines specific goals or objectives to be attained. Assigns and reviews work of subordinates. Plans experimental protocols. Reviews and analyzes resulting research data. Revises techniques or approaches to work problems as indicated necessary by research data. Compiles, writes, and submits research results to supervisor. Prepares or assists in preparation of research papers, reports, and abstracts for publication as one of co-authors. Designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results. Plans and supervises training of technicians and other laboratory personnel with respect to proper laboratory techniques, use of laboratory equipment, and safety procedures. Supervises group of employees of lower grade engaged in performance of technical and professional work, which vary from routine to complex laboratory work tasks. May confer with industrial, governmental, or other groups concerning progress or results of research project. Performs other duties as assigned. SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Responsibilities

The Research Scientist will plan, coordinate, and direct research projects, focusing on developing AI tools for cancer detection. Responsibilities include designing machine learning models, optimizing data pipelines, and collaborating with various stakeholders.