Job Description

Institution: UTMB Health
Location: Galveston, TX

Do you thrive at the intersection of data science and biomedical innovation? Do you have a passion for transforming health data into groundbreaking clinical applications using advanced analytics and AI-driven solutions? UTMB Health invites you to join our forward-thinking department as an Assistant Professor in Biostatistics and Data Science.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of healthcare through impactful research, innovative teaching, and meaningful service in a collaborative academic environment.

Your Impact

???? Cutting-Edge Research:

• Develop new data science methodologies to advance clinical applications.
• Leverage AI and deep learning models to unlock insights from structured and unstructured health data (EHRs, social, drug, and omics data).
• Secure extramural funding and publish high-impact research in top journals and conferences.

???? Inspiring Education:

• Teach engaging, graduate-level courses aligned with your expertise.
• Mentor the next generation of data science leaders in biomedical informatics.

???? Service & Collaboration:

• Lead and contribute to national and international biomedical informatics committees.
• Assist with departmental initiatives and foster cross-functional research collaborations.

What You Bring to the Table

Minimum Qualifications:
???? PhD or DrPH in Biostatistics, Health Informatics, Computer Science, or Data Science
???? At least 1 year of experience in biostatistics or related fields in healthcare

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in data design, analysis, and development of clinical applications
• Proven success in securing federal or state funding
• Experience with EHR data, social media, drug, and omics datasets
• Classroom teaching experience and mentorship of graduate students
• Strong technical expertise in SAS, SPSS, R, Python, SQL, and database management
• Deep understanding of AI, machine learning, and statistical methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills

What We Offer

???? Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience
???? Professional Development: Support for grant submissions, national committee engagement, and career growth
???? Impactful Work: Shape healthcare innovation through groundbreaking research
???? Comprehensive Benefits: Health, retirement, and paid time off

Why Join Us?

UTMB Health is a leader in biomedical research and clinical care, offering state-of-the-art facilities and resources. We are committed to fostering innovation and providing opportunities for academic growth in a collaborative, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating environment.

Apply Today!

Ready to turn data into healthcare breakthroughs? Apply now to join a mission-driven team dedicated to transforming biomedical research through data science and analytics.

Equal Opportunity Employment

UTMB Health is an equal opportunity employer, actively fostering diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and offer reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the hiring process.