Posting Number req19192
Department Community Environment & Policy
Department Website Link Location University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address Drachman Hall, 1295 N Martin Ave, Tucson, AZ 85724 USA
Position Highlights The Computing Sciences Researcher (CSR) will work with the PIs to design studies and analyze data collected from our occupational health and safety programs in the mining industry. The CSR will develop and evaluate new technologies for training and risk assessment, creating databases, performing statistical programming, and developing models that identify risks and potential mitigations. The CSR will also assist the PIs in creating reports and visualizations to disseminate findings to sponsors and in industry and academic venues.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities Tool and Model Development
Assist in the development and assessment of new computing technologies and systems to support S&H training research, including graphically intensive simulations. Support the design and assessment of analytical tools to aid in new S&H research initiatives. Provide assistance to investigators in exploring basic data analytics, computer systems, and introductory predictive AI initiatives for occupational S&H risk assessment and mitigation. Participate in user study activities under the guidance of Principal Investigators (PIs), helping with implementation and data collection. Program Evaluation
Works with investigators and industry partners to gather and analyze data from occupational safety and health (S&H) initiatives in the mining industry. Uses statistical tools, including R Studio and Python, as well as simulation tools, including Unity and C#, to analyze and interpret statistical patterns of human performance related to occupational S&H in mining. Reporting and Publishing
Creates reports and scientific visualizations of key performance indicators for S&H. Assists with publishing and outreach activities for industry and academic venues in mining and occupational health and safety. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of statistical programming and visualization tools, including R Studio and Python. Knowledge of prototyping and modeling with Figma, Tableau, and other industry standard applications. Knowledge of gamification and simulation using Unity/C#. Ability to design technology evaluation studies. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required. One year of relevant work experience required. Preferred Qualifications Experience in occupational health and safety research, particularly in the mining industry. Experience with Figma and other prototyping tools. Experience with Unity, C#, Python, and R. FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.00
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Research
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay $65,687 - $85,393
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade 9
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Grade Range Minimum $65687
Grade Range Midpoint $85393
Grade Range Maximum $105099
Career Stream and Level PC1
Job Family Research & Data Analysis
Job Function Research
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Leonard Brown |
Open Date 4/3/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter
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