Data Scientist - Sciences

Vantive; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off 20–35 days

Parental leave

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Vantive is seeking a Data Scientist to support the Global R&D Sciences team in designing experiments and analyzing data to improve experimental efficiency and reduce errors. You will educate colleagues on design of experiments and review protocols for statistical rigor while providing quantitative insights.

You will drive experiments, perform multivariate analyses, and communicate business value of data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, sciences, math/statistics or similar disciplines.
• 10+ years of related experience in data analyses and reporting.
• Experience in regulated environments preferred (medical devices/pharma).
• Expert level with statistical tools (Minitab/JMP) and Excel.
• DMAIC/Design for Six Sigma experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D projects with laboratory design and data analyses.
• Devise new approaches to complex problems using standard principles (DOE, hypothesis testing).
• Ensure statistical rigor in testing and data analyses.
• Design experiments, determine variables, bounds, controls, and assess R&R needs.
• Perform statistical assessments and multivariate analyses to optimize systems.
• Educate team on data analysis methods and provide periodic updates to management.

Skills

Statistical mindset

Multidisciplinary teamwork

DOE

Hypothesis testing

Data analysis

Python automation

Communication of data to business

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, sciences, math/statistics

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Excel macros

Python (pandas)

DMAIC

Job description

Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.

We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.

Your Role

The Data Scientist will be responsible for supporting the Global R&D Sciences team to design experiments and analyze data optimizing experimental efficiency and minimize the risks of accuracy, precision and errors (type I and type II) and generate quantitative insights. The Data Scientist will be an educator and collaborator, training the team on design of experiments and data analysis in addition to reviewing protocols (from statistical rigor standpoint), data and reports to improve the statistical interpretation of results and conclusions drawn from the testing.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting R&D projects and products through input on designs of laboratory testing and/or the analyses of existing data.
• Devising new approaches to complex problems through adaptations and modifications of standard technical principles, e.g., DMAIC, experimental DOE, and Hypothesis testing.
• Assure the use of appropriate statistical rigor in testing and data analyses.
• Designing experiments and assisting others with design of experiments, including:
  • Determining variables assessed versus those remaining fixed
  • Bounding the design space
  • Identifying controls for the experiment
  • Determining if R&R is needed, and if so, how the assessment is performed
• Aiding with statistical assessments
  • Sample size determination
  • Null hypothesis
  • Type 1 and Type 2 errors
• Evaluating the data
  • Determining variability of the data
  • Where necessary determining normalcy, limit of detection, limit of quantification and/or assessing difference
• Performing multivariant analyses to assess the sensitivity of the system and impact of the different variables. And using this information to optimize the system or design further testing.
• Educating the Science team on how to perform these activities for themselves.
• Providing periodic updates to R&D Sciences management.

What You’ll Bring

• Engineering or Science background with strong statistical mind set
• Demonstrated ability and interest to work within a multidisciplinary team environment
• Ability to drive results on multiple simultaneous projects
• Experience working with laboratory or manufacturing data
• Experience designing experiments (DOE)
• Ability to influence management on courses of action using data analyses with minimal assistance using both written and verbal methods.
• Must be able to provide solutions that reflect understanding business objectives and cost implications.
• Must be able to develop and tell business value proposition story using data

Education And/or Experience

• Degree in engineering, sciences, math/statistics or similar disciplines.
• B.S. with greater than 10+ years of related experience or M.S. with greater than 7+ years of related experience or Ph.D. with greater than 5+ years of related experience.
• 10+ years’ work in a position requiring in depth data analyses and reporting
• Experience working in a regulated environment, such as medical device or pharmaceuticals preferred
• Strong statistical background is required (through education and/or work experience)
• Expert level user of common statistical tools like Minitab or JMP
• Expert level user of statistical capabilities in Excel to solve business problems using complex and large data sets.
• Expertise in automating statistical data analysis using Python is preferred
• Comfort with developing Excel macros and providing such templates to scientists
• Formal DMAIC experience is required, Formal Design for Six Sigma experience preferred
• GMP/GLP/GDP experience in medical devices and drug products highly preferred

Vantive is committed to supporting the need for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a minimum of 3 days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Vantive, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $128,000 to $160,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

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US Benefits At Vantive

This is where your well-being matters. Vantive offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Aon Pooled Employer Plan(“Aon PEP”), Vantive’s 401(k) retirement savings plan, to help you prepare for your future. The Aon PEP is designed to help improve retirement outcomes by providing retirement resources more efficiently. The plan offers a robust set of investment options, financial education, and a suite of resources to support your retirement goals.

We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Vantive’s US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Vantive

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