Associate Director, Data Scientist & Data Operations

Eisai US; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 171,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative pharmaceutical company is seeking an Associate Director, Data Scientist, and Data Operations expert to develop AI-powered dashboards and provide actionable insights. This role plays a critical part in supporting drug discovery and development through data extraction, analysis, and visualization. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate diverse data sources and communicate findings clearly. With a focus on leveraging advanced technologies like AI and NLP, this position promises a dynamic and impactful work environment, perfect for those eager to make a difference in healthcare.

Benefits

Incentive Plans

Company Programs

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field with research experience.
• Expertise in data modeling techniques and strong data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Manipulate complex datasets to generate reports and analyze for business impacts.
• Utilize AI and machine learning for automated data preparation and visualizations.

Skills

Python

R

Data Analysis

Data Modeling

Problem Solving

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

matplotlib

Job description

Associate Director, Data Scientist & Data Operations

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Overview

At Eisai, our mission is to satisfy unmet medical needs and enhance healthcare benefits for patients, families, and caregivers. As a growing pharmaceutical company focused on neurology and oncology, we prioritize research and development, including the discovery of innovative medicines like the world's most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. We seek motivated individuals eager to make a difference in a fast-paced environment.

Role Description

The Data Operations Group at Eisai is looking for an Associate Director - Data Scientist/Programmer to develop insightful AI-powered dashboards. The role involves working closely with Data Operations and Biostatisticians to support projects across various development stages, providing actionable insights for critical business initiatives.

This position can be office-based (hybrid) in Nutley, NJ, or remote.

Responsibilities

1. Data Extraction & Analysis: Manipulate complex datasets to generate reports, charts, and graphs; analyze for outliers, root causes, and business impacts; propose solutions.
2. AI-Driven Data Preparation: Utilize AI and machine learning for automated data prep, especially for dynamic visualizations using Power BI.
3. Natural Language Processing & LLM: Apply LLM and NLP techniques to generate infographics and insights.
4. Data Preparation for Modeling: Clean datasets, handle missing data, and eliminate outliers for accurate models.
5. Insight Generation: Identify patterns to support drug discovery and development.
6. Data Integration: Combine diverse data sources for comprehensive analysis.
7. Model Training & Data Quality: Assess data quality for reliable modeling.
8. Communication of Findings: Present insights clearly to inform strategic decisions.
9. Cross-team Collaboration: Work with data scientists, biostatisticians, and data standards teams.
10. Data Visualization: Communicate complex findings via visualizations, reports, and dashboards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field with research experience.
• Expertise in data modeling techniques.
• Proficiency in Python or R, with strong data analysis skills.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, matplotlib).
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences.

Additional Information

The salary range is from $171,100 to $224,600. The role is eligible for Eisai’s incentive plans. Final compensation depends on experience, education, and skills.

Benefits include company programs, with further details available at Eisai Benefits. Eisai is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify.