Research Data Scientist III - Brain Research

Join the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

A Data Scientist III in Brain Research is a senior, research-focused professional who applies advanced analytics, statistical modeling, and machine learning to support neuroscience studies and clinical discovery. In close partnership with Principal Investigators (PIs), this role designs and executes research initiatives using multimodal neuroimaging data—including MRI, fMRI, and DTI—to examine structural and functional changes across the brain.

Key responsibilities include developing Python-based computational workflows for data preprocessing, analysis, and modeling; testing and validating hypotheses across specific brain regions; and translating complex analytical results into clear, actionable insights for research and publication. The role also involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and build data-driven software systems, such as analytics platforms, data pipelines, and machine learning–enabled applications.

This position plays a critical role in advancing disease-focused research including Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, and epilepsy by uncovering patterns in brain data that inform diagnosis, disease progression, and treatment strategies. Additionally, the Data Scientist III develops new software, data models, and proof-of-concept solutions, ensuring rigorous testing and validation to deliver reliable, production-quality outcomes while working closely with PIs throughout the research lifecycle.

• This role is remote, with a preference for candidates based in Nevada to support West Coast hours. Caregivers may work remotely while supporting time zones across Ohio, Florida, or Nevada.*

A caregiver in this position works M-F| 8:00am—5:00pm| no weekends or holidays.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Utilize methods in the areas of Artificial Intelligence (AL), Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning (DL), Natural Language Processing (NLP) to design and implement data solutions.
• Build complex predictive models, mix models, attribution models, and other mathematical or statistical models as needed by using modeling tools.
• Develop methods, novel algorithms and/or high-level data analysis that integrates implementation, visualization and database management of multi-dimensional clinical or biological datasets.
• Serve as a team lead to the Principal Investigator, providing training, mentoring and instruction to other lab members in tools and data analysis.
• Communicate and present research findings to Principal Investigator, greater research community and forums.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Master’s Degree or PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Software Engineering, Bioinformatics or related field (Master’s or PhD degrees in related fields may substitute the experience requirement)
• 3 years of related experience, working with statistical modeling, machine learning or complex data analysis
• OR candidates with Bachelor of Science and 6 years of related experience may also be considered
• OR Master's Degree in related field may substitute 2 years of experience
• OR PhD in related field may substitute 3 years of experience
• Highly proficient with programing skills in languages such as SAS, SQL, SPSS, R, Python, MATLAB or similar
• Must have excellent communication and presentation skills

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Strong applied programming skills in R and/or Python and/or MATLAB
• Experience working in a research environment
• Experience working with complex, real-world datasets, version control (e.g., Git), and collaborative codebases, with a strong emphasis on transparency, reproducibility, and scientific rigor
• Direct experience working with or supporting brain imaging (e.g., MRI, CT)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
• Ability to travel throughout the hospital system

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum Annual Salary: $84,200.00

Maximum Annual Salary: $128,412.50

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.).