Research Data Scientist I

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Research Data Scientist for HVTI, you will utilize statistical, mathematical, and predictive modeling techniques to analyze complex datasets and develop algorithms that support cardiovascular outcomes research. In this role, you will serve as the primary data manager for multidisciplinary research studies, working with large observational datasets, national registries, and retrospective databases to generate reports, identify trends, and support evidence-based conclusions. You will extract, manage, and transform data from multiple sources using advanced database queries and data management tools while leveraging a strong IT foundation to navigate complex databases, automate workflows, and ensure secure and efficient data handling. This position will collaborate with statisticians, compliance, informatics, and clinical research teams to ensure data accuracy, patient privacy, regulatory compliance, and research readiness.

A caregiver in this role works Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

Utilize basic statistical, mathematical, and predictive modeling techniques to build algorithms and perform data analytics.

Utilize programming skills in languages such as SAS, SQL, SPSS, R, Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.

Perform basic data analysis including data validation, investigation, and hypothesis testing.

Assist Principal Investigator in transforming data to support research questions and develop basic predictive and statistical models using modeling tools.

Utilize process enhancement opportunities to improve the efficiency of data pulling, reporting, programming, operation etc.

Work to curate and process complex clinical and biological data

May communicate or present research findings.

Identify technical issues and manage resolution for analytics programs.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering or related field and two years of experience conducting data analytics, math or statistical modeling or machine learning

OR Master’s or PhD degree

Proficiency with programing skills in languages such as SAS, SQL, SPSS, R, Python, MATLAB or similar

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

Data and computer science/ IT/ programming background

Knowledge of research

Medical terminology

Experience with clinical findings

Physical Requirements:

Typical physical demands include a high degree of dexterity to produce materials on a PC, normal or corrected vision, extensive sitting and frequent walking, occasional lifting or carrying 5 to 15 pounds.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment.

Pay Range

Minimum Annual Salary: $69,600.00

Maximum Annual Salary: $106,132.50

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).