Data Scientist

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

🇺🇸In-Person$140K–$180K/yri1d ago

Higher Ed Research Data Science Fmri Analysis Statistical Analysis Neuroscience Research

Role Snapshot

Part-time PhD-level Data Scientist supporting the Winston Center's research on digital technology's impact on adolescent brain development and psychological health. The role focuses on fMRI data analysis and research pipeline management to advance understanding of young people's neurodevelopmental outcomes.

Key Responsibilities: Manage, gather, analyze, and report data for research projects; develop and perform statistical analyses of fMRI data; oversee quality control of fMRI datasets; and collaborate with faculty on fMRI pipeline development, updates, and bug reporting.

Skills & Tools: Advanced expertise in fMRI data analysis, statistical analysis, and neuroimaging pipelines; strong data management and quality control capabilities; programming proficiency for pipeline work; and ability to communicate technical findings with research teams.

Qualifications: PhD in data science, neuroscience, biostatistics, or related field required. Experience with fMRI analysis, neuroimaging data processing, and research support is essential.

Location: In-Person

Compensation: $140K–$180K/yr (estimated)

Prep for this role with AI tools →

Job Description

The Winston Center on Technology and Brain Development is seeking a part-time PhD level Data Scientist to assist with the Center's research enterprise. The Winston Center conducts research examining young people's engagement with digital technology, and how this engagement relates to their developing brain, socioemotional health, and psychological functioning. Amongst others, duties include: -Manage, gather, analyze, review and report information for specific research projects. -Develop and perform statistical analysis of fMRI data and assist other researchers with fMRI analyses. -Oversee quality control analyses of fMRI data -Work with faculty on fMRI pipeline and assist with updating pipeline and reporting bugs.