Remote Pharmaceutical Data Scientist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,482,000 - 2,470,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Remote work stipend

Flexible hours

Health insurance

Learning & conferences

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Pharmaceutical Data Scientist to join a globally distributed team. You will uncover insights from complex clinical and genomic datasets using advanced modeling and ML to inform drug discovery and development decisions.

The role emphasizes collaboration with scientists, data visualization, and building robust data pipelines in Python/R. Remote work offers flexibility while contributing to cutting-edge pharmaceutical research.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Data Scientist in pharma/biotech.
• Proficiency in Python or R and data libraries (pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch).
• Strong SQL skills; experience with NoSQL is a plus.
• Experience with ML techniques (regression, classification, clustering, deep learning) and experimental design.
• Data visualization proficiency (Matplotlib, Seaborn, Tableau, Power BI).
• Excellent communication and ability to work in a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement advanced statistical models and ML algorithms on clinical, genomic, and real-world data.
• Develop predictive models for efficacy, stratification, and response.
• Collaborate with biologists, chemists, clinicians, and bioinformaticians to define requirements.
• Create visualizations and reports for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Identify trends and insights to guide R&D decisions and drug development.
• Develop and maintain data pipelines and analytics workflows using Python, R, SQL.
• Stay updated on data science and pharma research advancements and apply new techniques.
• Contribute to data governance and best practices for data management.
• Present findings to senior management and project teams.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Pandas/NumPy

scikit-learn

TensorFlow/PyTorch

Data visualization

Remote work

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in a quantitative field

Tools

SQL databases

NoSQL databases

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge pharmaceutical research and development company, is seeking a highly analytical and innovative Remote Pharmaceutical Data Scientist to join their globally distributed team. This role is fundamental to uncovering insights from complex biological and clinical data, driving drug discovery and development initiatives forward. The ideal candidate will leverage advanced statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization techniques to inform critical decision-making across R&D pipelines. This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to groundbreaking pharmaceutical advancements. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive remote work environment, empowering our data scientists to thrive and make a substantial impact on future medicines.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to analyze large-scale datasets from clinical trials, genomic studies, and real-world evidence.


• Develop predictive models for drug efficacy, patient stratification, and treatment response.


• Collaborate with biologists, chemists, clinicians, and bioinformaticians to define data analysis requirements and interpret findings.


• Create compelling data visualizations and reports to communicate complex analytical results to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.


• Identify trends, patterns, and insights within pharmaceutical data to guide strategic R&D decisions and optimize drug development pathways.


• Develop and maintain robust data pipelines and analytical workflows using Python, R, SQL, and other relevant data science tools.


• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and pharmaceutical research, applying novel techniques to solve challenging problems.


• Contribute to the development and implementation of data governance and best practices for data management and analysis.


• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and project teams, influencing the direction of research and development efforts.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related quantitative field.


• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Data Scientist, with a strong focus on the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.


• Expertise in programming languages such as Python or R, and proficiency with data manipulation and analysis libraries (e.g., pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch).


• Strong experience with SQL and working with relational databases; familiarity with NoSQL databases is a plus.


• Demonstrated ability to apply statistical modeling, machine learning techniques (e.g., regression, classification, clustering, deep learning), and experimental design.


• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Matplotlib, Seaborn, Tableau, Power BI).


• Excellent understanding of biological and/or clinical data, and the drug discovery/development process.


• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for stock options.


• Comprehensive remote work support, including home office stipends.


• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.


• Generous health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.


• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development through online courses and conferences.


• Contribution to a 401k or equivalent retirement plan.


• Collaborative and innovative global team environment.