T221257 - University of Alabama at Birmingham

DATA SCIENTIST LEAD

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Job Summary

The Data Scientist Lead oversees the management of data systems, supervises a team of data professionals, and ensures data integrity and security across multiple platforms. This role plays a key part in supporting program evaluations, strategic decision-making, and reporting to funders. The position collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to optimize systems, drive data-driven insights, and align data management practices with organizational goals. Additionally, the Data Scientist Lead contributes to the development of data strategies that enhance program effectiveness and support future planning.

• Leads a team of data scientist professionals.
• Provides consultation on the design, testing, and enhancement of reporting systems.
• Researches, manipulates, and prepares advanced data reports related to program activities and the results of research interventions.
• Typically includes creating various machine learning-based tools or processes within the unit, such as recommendation engines or automated lead scoring systems.
• Performs statistical analysis to build Artificial Intelligence tools that automate certain processes within the unit and implement data science algorithms (e.g. regression, classification and clustering techniques, decision trees and random forests, machine learning techniques like supervised, unsupervised and reinforcement learning).
• Mentors and trains junior and professional staff members.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Database Management, Reporting and Evaluation:

• Oversee the integrity and security of various databases, ensuring data is accurate and up to date.
• Manage complex data systems across multiple platforms (UAB, HSF, programmatic, and billing systems).
• Collaborate with external database contractors on database development, improvements, and optimization.
• Lead data extraction and analysis to support program evaluations, performance metrics, strategic decision-making, and internal reporting for the Substance Abuse Division and Department of Psychiatry.
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of reports to state, federal, and local funding sponsors, ensuring compliance with regulations and requirements.
• Collaborate with program staff, grants management teams, and leadership within the Substance Abuse Division and Department of Psychiatry to ensure data collection and reporting align with organizational goals and expectations.

Systems Coordination, Reporting, and Quality Assurance:

• Serve as the main point of contact between internal teams and external database contractors, overseeing system improvements, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations while implementing quality control measures for data accuracy, consistency, and security.
• Oversee the development of all reports to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Implement quality assurance processes to review and validate reports, ensuring they meet the necessary criteria and are submitted on time to funding sponsors and regulatory agencies.
• Supervise the report submission process and maintain communication with stakeholders, ensuring that all reports are aligned with organizational objectives and comply with timelines and guidelines.
• Support executive management in developing data strategies and identifying opportunities for data-driven program enhancements.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to inform decision-making and program planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics

• Masters degree related field 6 years of related experience
• Effective prioritization
• Multitasking capability
• Problem-solving proficiency
• Independent and team collaboration skills
• Experience in diverse settings
• Computer and software proficiency
• Strong organizational abilities
• Knowledge of institutional and federal grant and IRB policies
• Comprehensive understanding of contract and grant submissions HYBRID

Salary Range:%24104,045 - %24169,075

Education

• Doctorate degree in a related field
• And four (4) years of related experience
• OR Master's degree in a related field
• And six (6) years of related experience required.
• Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteranrsquo;s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UABrsquo;s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.