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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # AI Data Scientist - **Company:** University of Pittsburgh - **Location:** Pittsburgh, PA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Big Data, Health Informatics, C++ (Programming Language), Clinical Data Repository, Computer Programming, Databases, Data Files, Data Governance, Data Infrastructure, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Mart, Data Warehousing, Database Design, Apache Hadoop, Python (Programming Language), Raw Data, Standard Sql, SQL Databases, Electronic Medical Records, Data Lakes, Information Technology - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/74521669-ai-data-scientist ## About the Role The University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS), in partnership with Pitt's Department of Biomedical Informatics (DBMI), is seeking a data scientist to oversee a large, complex data set, the Rehabilitation Datamart With Informatics Infrastructure for Research (ReDWINE). ReDWINE draws electronic medical records data from UPMC's extensive clinical and payor systems and organizes it for analysis by rehabilitation scientists. The data scientist will work under the direction of Dr. Yanshan Wang, Associate Professor, to utilize advanced programming methods for raw data extraction and aggregation, statistical analysis, and document programming to create analytic data files. He/she will be part of a larger team of SHRS research leaders and Pitt informaticists and information technologies specialists who collaborate on ReDWINE's development and management. The preferred candidate must have a master's degree, a strong interest in academic research, and experience in managing large data sets, performing statistical analysis, documentation, and reporting. Experience and knowledge of skillsets weighted more heavily Experience with database design, database programming skills, SQL skills Experience designing ETL solutions Expert in one or more programing languages (Java and Python preferred) Experience with data model design, data standards, ontology design is a plus Experience with data warehousing, Hadoop/data lake platform implementation is a plus Experience with IT platform implementation in a technical and analytical role is a plus Experience of writing, submitting, and publishing scientific articles, Minimum Education Level Required: Master's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 6 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification: Master's degree, or equivalent experience, in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field. The successful candidate will design, implement, and maintain the IT infrastructure, primarily Java, Python, and/or C/C++. Requires experience in Java, SQL, Python, and the design of database systems. ## Description Oversees large, complex data sets and utilizes advanced programming methods and statistical software for raw data extraction and aggregation, statistical analysis, and document programming to create analytic data files. Creates statistical reports; assists with manuscripts, grants, and regulatory submissions. Maintains data infrastructure and tracks data assets. Adheres to all protocols. Essential Functions The candidate will design, implement, and maintain the IT infrastructure using enterprise-level Java programming language. Requires experience in Java, SQL, and infrastructure system design. Ability to track and finish project milestones, research data warehouse development, and report to the stakeholders. Responsible for leading the clinical data retrieval, data analysis activities will be conducted using customized Python programming language. In addition, the candidate will also summarize the results in scientific articles and submit to academia conferences and journals. The candidate will communicate with several stakeholders, including rehabilitation researchers to understand the demands, the Pitt internal R3 office to understand the Neptune data warehouse operation, and health informatics faculties for the overall strategy. Physical Effort Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. 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