Senior Data Scientist

Entech; Plainfield (NJ); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytics firm is seeking a PhD-level Data Scientist in Plainfield, NJ (Hybrid) to drive insights in pharmaceutical analytics. This role involves applying machine learning to commercial data, collaborating with R&D and medical teams, and building predictive models. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in pharma analytics, strong software skills, and deep knowledge of market dynamics. This position offers a contract employment type focused on Information Technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of pharma or healthcare analytics experience.
• Deep knowledge of pharma market dynamics and healthcare systems.
• Excellent communication skills to translate data into strategy.

Responsibilities

• Apply machine learning and advanced analytics to pharma commercial data.
• Deliver insights on market dynamics, physician prescribing, and patient behavior.
• Partner with R&D, medical affairs, and commercial teams to guide strategy.
• Build predictive models for sales effectiveness, adherence, and market forecasting.

Skills

Machine learning

Advanced analytics

Pharma commercial data analysis

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or related field

Tools

Enterprise-class software stacks

Cloud computing

Job description

Data Scientist – Pharmaceutical Analytics (PhD)

Location: Plainfield, NJ (Hybrid)

Duration: 1 year Contract

We’re looking for a PhD-level Data Scientist with experience in the pharmaceutical industry and expertise working with commercial data sets (IQVIA, claims, prescription data). This role will drive insights that shape drug launches, market access, and patient outcomes.

What You’ll Do

• Apply machine learning & advanced analytics to pharma commercial data
• Deliver insights on market dynamics, physician prescribing, and patient behavior
• Partner with RâD, medical affairs, and commercial teams to guide strategy
• Build predictive models for sales effectiveness, adherence, and market forecasting

What We’re Looking For

• PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or related field
• 5+ years of pharma or healthcare analytics experience
• Strong skills in enterprise-class software stacks and cloud computing
• Deep knowledge of pharma market dynamics & healthcare systems
• Excellent communication skills to translate data into strategy

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting