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App Programmer/Analyst Sr underfill Intermediate - term limited

University of Michigan

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Compensation
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Location
Ann Arbor, MI
Schedule
Full-time / Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The App Programmer/Analyst will support clinical research in acute respiratory disease and other critical illness syndromes, working with physicians, computer scientists, and trainees on clinical studies and machine-learning research. Reporting to the PI, the role independently develops analytic datasets and statistical or machine-learning models from healthcare data, and contributes to research reports, presentations, manuscripts, and proposals. The appointment is full-time and term-limited for one year.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

SQLPython or RCommunicationOrganizationDocumentationAttention to DetailAccuracyAgentic CodingStatistical TechniquesUnstructured DataLinux/Unix

Qualifications

Master's in Related Field or Bachelor's With Coursework and Experience3+ Years Systems Analysis/Programming5+ Years Systems Analysis/Programming

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

App Programmer/Analyst Sr underfill Intermediate - term limited

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Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations, and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally, and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components: patient care, education, and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

We are seeking a full-time data scientist to support ongoing clinical research in acute respiratory disease and other critical illness syndromes. You will report directly to the PI and join a team of clinical research physicians, computer scientists, and trainees working on ongoing single- and multi-center clinical research studies and machine-learning research projects in critical care and acute lung diseases. The candidate is expected to work independently as part of the research team, under the direction of the supervisor and in collaboration with other team members. The candidate may also support and work with research trainees.

Responsibilities*

  • Perform advanced SQL queries of institutional data warehouses to create analytic datasets derived from various electronic health records (vital signs, laboratory results, medication records, clinical notes, billing codes). Includes developing and performing data cleaning, data validation, and quality control procedures.

  • Conceptualize, research, and develop statistical and machine-learning models with significant autonomy for the analysis of healthcare data towards the goal of building algorithms to support clinical care and uncover new insights into human disease.

  • Create and maintain documentation of computer programs and models.

  • Contribute to research reports for conference presentations, manuscripts, and proposal development.

  • Participate in regular multidisciplinary research team meetings (physicians, computer scientists, trainees).

Required Qualifications*

  • Completion of a master's degree in computer science, information, bioinformatics, clinical informatics, computer science, or related fields. Alternatively, a bachelor's degree may be considered if the candidate has taken relevant advanced coursework and has relevant previous experience.

  • Fluency in SQL for database development and manipulation

  • Fluency in Python or R for data management and analysis

  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

  • Strong organizational and documentation skills with attention to detail and accuracy

Senior level requirements:

  • 5 to 7 years of systems analysis/programming activities related to data management and analysis in a business environment.

Intermediate level requirements:

  • 3+ years in systems analysis/programming activities related to data management and analysis in a business environment.

Desired Qualifications*

  • Experience working with agentic coding.

  • Knowledge of basic and advanced statistical techniques and concepts (probability theory, generalized linear models, statistical hypothesis testing, etc.).

  • Familiarity with unstructured data (e.g., text data, imaging).

  • Experience working in Linux/Unix environments for research computing.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on your very first day

  • 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Work Schedule

M-F, 9 am to 5 pm, flexible

Work Locations

Michigan Medicine, North Campus Research Complex

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Additional Information

This is a 1-year term-limited appointment. At the end of the stated term, your appointment will terminate, and you will not be eligible for Reduction-in-Force (RIF) benefits. This term-limited appointment does not create a contract or guarantee of employment for any period of time, as you will remain subject to disciplinary or other performance measures, up to and including termination, at the will of the University in accordance with existing University policy and standards for employee performance and conduct.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled at any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

285306

Working Title

App Programmer/Analyst Sr underfill Intermediate - term limited

Job Title

App Programmer/Analyst Sr

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Medical School

Department

MM Int Med-Pulm./Critical Care

Posting Begin/End Date

11/05/2026 - 11/19/2026

Career Interest

Information Technology

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How this job compares

Set against the 4,928 open Data Scientist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 6, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Michigan median$126–217K/yr45 salary ranges
  • US median$55–70/hr141 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 69 open Data Scientist jobs in Michigan and 4,928 across the US. 7% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Data Scientist postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (4,224 postings).
Education
2,421 of the 4,928 open Data Scientist jobs (49%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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