Postdoc Biomedical Data Scientist: The Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) invites applications for the position of Postdoc Biomedical Data Scientist/Biostatistician. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in innovative research aimed at enhancing the transparency and trustworthiness of decision support algorithms in healthcare while also contributing to teaching data science in medicine programs.
Designation
Postdoc Biomedical Data Scientist/Biostatistician
Table of Information
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Biomedical Data Science, Biostatistics |
| Location | Leiden, Netherlands |
| Salary | €3,493 – €5,504 gross per month (scale 10, CAO UMC) |
| Contract Duration | 2 years (fixed term contract) |
| Working Hours | 36 hours per week |
| Application Deadline | 1 day remaining to apply |
Research Area
The focus will be on enhancing decision support algorithms through the development of statistical methodologies that express uncertainty in causal algorithms and evaluating effectiveness via patient interviews.
Eligibility/Qualification
- A PhD (or equivalent international degree) in statistics with experience in biomedical data science, biostatistics, or bioinformatics.
- Experience in developing clinical prediction models and quantifying prediction uncertainties.
- Knowledge of modern causal inference techniques.
- Teaching experience in research design, data analysis, and/or data engineering.
- Proficiency in R programming and familiarity with data manipulation and machine learning libraries.
- A record of authored publications or articles in preparation.
Job Description
In this dual role, the successful candidate will:
- Develop and teach educational materials on data science for Bachelor’s and Master’s programs at the Faculty of Medicine.
- Conduct research to improve decision support algorithms and develop statistical methods that enhance causal predictions’ transparency.
- Evaluate the usability and acceptance of these methods through interviews with patients with type II diabetes and their caregivers.
- Work within the Department of Biomedical Data Sciences, collaborating with the Medical Statistics and Medical Decision Making sections.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the LUMC application portal. Please ensure to follow the specific instructions provided and submit all required documents as part of your application.
Last Date to Apply
02 January 2025
For more detailed information or inquiries, please contact:
Nan van Geloven, Biostatistician, Biomedical Data Sciences
Email: N.van_Geloven@lumc.nl
