Senior Data Scientist

Scorpion Therapeutics; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Equity incentive awards

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking a Sr. Data Scientist to partner with biostatistics, data management, clinical development, and medical affairs to deliver data analytics solutions supporting clinical development and evidence generation activities. The role emphasizes innovating with data science, statistics, and AI to identify new initiatives for trials and real-world data.

It requires a Ph.D. in Biostatistics and proficiency with R, SAS, Python, GitHub, and effective communication and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biostatistics (or closely related discipline) with 2 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech industry setting; or equivalent combination.
• Comprehensive knowledge of statistical experimental design and data analysis.
• Proficiency with R, SAS, Python, GitHub, and generative AI tools.
• Understanding of ICH and FDA guidelines.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing organizational needs.
• Strong interpersonal and effective oral/written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Use innovative methodology and technology for data analysis in cooperation with peers across functions.
• Identify new technological initiatives using data science, mathematics, statistics, and AI for clinical trial and real-world data.
• Understand clinical trial design and analysis methodology.
• Contribute to protocol design, statistical analysis plan, clinical study reports, and publications.

Skills

Biostatistics

Data analysis

Clinical development

AI / Generative AI

Interpersonal communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Ph.D. in Biostatistics

Tools

R

SAS

Python

GitHub

Generative AI tools

Job description

Position Summary

The Sr. Data Scientist will work with biostatistics, data management, clinical development, and medical affairs to provide data analytics and data science solutions supporting clinical development and evidence generation activities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Use innovative methodology and technology for data analysis in cooperation with peers across functions.
• Identify new technological initiatives using data science, mathematics, statistics, and AI for clinical trial and real-world data.
• Understand clinical trial design and analysis methodology.
• Contribute to protocol design, statistical analysis plan, clinical study reports, and publications.

Knowledge And Skill Requirements

• Ph.D. in Biostatistics (or closely related discipline) with 2 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech industry setting; or equivalent combination.
• Comprehensive knowledge of statistical experimental design and data analysis.
• Proficiency with R, SAS, Python, GitHub, and generative AI tools.
• Understanding of ICH and FDA guidelines.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing organizational needs.
• Strong interpersonal and effective oral/written communication skills.

Compensation And Benefits

• Anticipated salary range (National): $150,000-$180,000; Premium Market (SFBA/NYC/Boston): $160,000-$190,000.
• Eligible for annual bonus and equity incentive awards; not commission-based.
• Comprehensive benefits package incl. medical/dental/vision, life/disability, FSA, 401(k), paid time off, paid company holidays, and other benefits.