Data Scientist

Merck Group; Alabama; On-site; USD 95,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Retirement contributions

Job summary

MilliporeSigma is seeking a Data Science Expert to translate data into actionable insights and support key business decisions within Contract Testing Services. You will explore data, build predictive models, and design dashboards to communicate KPIs across marketing, sales, R&D, operations, and IT.

This on-site role is based in Rockville, MD, and requires collaboration with lab operations, researchers, and software engineers in an agile setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or Mathematics discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in data science or analytics roles.

Responsibilities

• Curate large datasets, perform statistical analyses, and run proof-of-concept tests for laboratory and business solutions.
• Design, build, and refine machine learning and AI models for marketing, operation, R&D, and supply chain optimization.
• Work closely with business experts, lab operation, researchers, and software engineers in agile team settings.
• Create interactive dashboards and reports to communicate key findings and metrics to stakeholders.
• Own and drive data standards, pipelines, and architecture quality across projects.

Skills

Python

SQL

Cross-functional collaboration

Data storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science/CS/Math

Master’s Degree in Biostatistics or Data Science

Tools

Palantir Foundry

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your Role:

As a Data Science Expert, you combine advanced data science and business analytics experience to generate actionable insights that accelerate development, optimize business strategies and support key business decisions. Operating within Contract Testing Services, you turn complex datasets into actionable insights through exploratory data analysis, predictive modeling, and machine learning algorithms. You will design, build, and maintain interactive dashboards to communicate key performance indicators across functions, including marketing, sales, R&D, operation and IT. By leading data management and evaluating emerging AI and analytics tools, your efforts directly streamline operations and deliver a competitive edge in the life science market. Additional responsibilities include:

• Curate large datasets, perform statistical analyses, and run proof-of-concept tests for laboratory and business solutions.
• Design, build, and refine machine learning and artificial intelligence models for marketing, operation, R&D, and supply chain optimization.
• Work closely with business experts, lab operation, researchers, and software engineers, in agile team settings.
• Create interactive dashboards and reports to communicate key findings and metrics to stakeholders.
• Own and drive data standards, pipelines, and architecture quality across projects.
• This is an on‑site position located in Rockville, MD.
  

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or other information technology discipline OR Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or other mathematics discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in data science or analytics roles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Biostatistics or Data Science.
• Highly proficient with Palantir Foundry, Tableau, or Power BI for interactive dashboard creation.
• Proficient in Python, SQL, and predictive machine learning algorithms.
• Experience within life science or pharmaceutical industries.
• Experience in a GxP or similarly regulated environment.
• Expertise in exploratory data analysis and predictive modeling.
• Adept at cross-functional collaboration and translating data for stakeholders.
• Deeply curious and interested in adopting advanced technologies.

Pay Range for this position: $95,100 - $142,600.
The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here: https://careers.emdgroup.com/us/en/benefits

RSREMD

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!