Associate Director, Data Scientist & Data Operations

Eisai; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 171,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative pharmaceutical company is seeking a highly motivated Associate Director - Data Scientist/Programmer to join their Data Operations Group. In this pivotal role, you will leverage AI and machine learning to create insightful dashboards and reports that drive strategic decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to extract and analyze complex datasets, utilizing your expertise in Python or R and visualization tools. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to critical projects in neurology and oncology, making a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector. If you're passionate about using data to enhance patient outcomes, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with research projects in relevant fields.
• Expertise in data modeling and analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Extract and analyze complex datasets for actionable insights.
• Utilize AI for automated data preparation and visualization.

Skills

Python

R

Data Modeling

Natural Language Processing

Problem-Solving

Data Visualization

Education

Master's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

matplotlib

Job description

At Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisai's human health care (hhc) mission. We're a growing pharmaceutical company that is breaking through in neurology and oncology, with a strong emphasis on research and development. Our history includes the development of many innovative medicines, notably the discovery of the world's most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer's disease. As we continue to expand, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a difference. If this is your profile, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

The Data Operations Group at Eisai, Inc. is looking for an Associate Director - Data Scientist/Programmer to create insightful AI-powered dashboards. The Data Scientist will collaborate with Data Operations and Biostatisticians to support projects across various stages of development, providing actionable insights for critical projects vital to our business.

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

Responsibilities

1. Data Extraction & Analysis: Extract and manipulate complex datasets to generate reports, charts, and graphs; analyze for outliers, root causes, business impacts, correlations, and discrepancies. Propose solutions to optimize outcomes.
2. AI-Driven Data Preparation: Utilize AI and machine learning techniques for automated data preparation, especially for dynamic visualizations and insights via Power BI.
3. Natural Language Processing & LLM: Experience with Large Language Models and NLP to generate infographics and insights.
4. Data Preparation for Analysis: Clean datasets, handle missing values, and remove outliers for high-quality modeling inputs.
5. Insight Generation: Identify patterns and root causes to support drug discovery and development.
6. Data Integration: Combine diverse data sources for comprehensive analysis aiding decision-making.
7. Model Training & Data Quality: Assess data quality for training and testing models to ensure reliability.
8. Communication of Findings: Present insights clearly to inform strategic decisions.
9. Cross-Team Collaboration: Work with data scientists, biostatisticians, and data standards teams on data collection and feature design.
10. Data Visualization: Communicate complex findings using visual tools and dashboards accessible to diverse audiences.

Qualifications

1. Master's degree in Computer Science or related field with research projects.
2. Expertise in data modeling techniques.
3. Proficiency in Python or R, especially in data manipulation and analysis libraries.
4. Experience with visualization tools like Tableau or matplotlib.
5. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage complex projects independently.
6. Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.

Additional Information

The salary range for this role is from $171,100 to $224,600. Employees are eligible for annual incentive plans and long-term incentives. Benefits details are available at Eisai Benefits. Eisai is an equal opportunity employer, participating in E-Verify, and committed to diversity and inclusion policies.