FAQs
What is the primary focus of the Data Scientist Assistant 1 position at Vanderbilt University Medical Center?
The primary focus is to perform detailed analyses of large bodies of heterogeneous data to discover new patterns and insights that impact patient health and enhance human capabilities.
What type of teams will the Data Scientist Assistant 1 work with?
The Data Scientist Assistant 1 will participate in multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and recommend new approaches for data-driven decision-making.
What kind of skills will the position require?
The position requires deep expertise in methods used to analyze data, knowledge of data types, and familiarity with scientific challenges and approaches relevant to the healthcare domain.
Is there an opportunity to work with executive leadership?
Yes, in some positions, there may be opportunities to work with enterprise executive leadership to advance digital strategy.
What level of education is required for this role?
A Master's degree is required for the Data Scientist Assistant 1 position.
What is the experience level required for this position?
Candidates should have approximately 3 years of relevant work experience.
How does this role contribute to Vanderbilt Health's mission?
This role supports strategic and operational data science initiatives that align with Vanderbilt Health's mission to advance health and wellness through exceptional education, research, and patient care.
What are the key technical capabilities expected in this position?
The key technical capabilities include designing, developing, and modifying scripts or software applications for data management, extraction, and analysis, as well as providing consultative services to leadership.
Will the Data Scientist Assistant 1 have the opportunity to develop analytics tools?
Yes, the position involves developing analytics tools that can be utilized by other staff with non-technical expertise.
Does Vanderbilt Health value diversity and inclusion in the workplace?
Yes, Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and celebrates individual uniqueness as part of their organizational culture.

