Senior Data Developer

Are you ready to dive into the world of data science and AI? As a Senior Data Developer in our Analytics Data Preparation team, you'll play a crucial role in accelerating data science projects across AstraZeneca’s R&D portfolio. Your mission is to prepare bespoke datasets for analysis and create tools that empower data scientists to work faster and more efficiently. With your analytical, scientific, and data development skills, you'll assess project objectives, understand detailed needs, and design innovative data and software solutions. You'll specialize in using code for data wrangling and transformation, rapidly learning new tools and workflows. Your work will enable scientific innovation at pace and scale, ultimately accelerating the development of life-changing medicines for patients worldwide.

Accountabilities:

- Perform analysis of new projects to establish data preparation requirements and design appropriate solutions.
- Conduct data wrangling, cleaning, filtering, joining, transforming, etc., to build new datasets that enable high-quality scientific research workflows.
- Generate reusable code/tools for use in subsequent projects.
- Plan and execute testing plans, including unit testing and user acceptance testing, to guarantee the quality of outputs.
- Actively contribute to maintaining a culture of collaboration and inclusion.

Essential Skills/Experience:

- MSc or PhD in life sciences related subject.
- Excellent skills in R or Python programming.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Experience working with Real-World Data.

Desirable Skills/Experience

- Experience developing R/Python packages.
- Experience with databases or cloud computing.
- Solid grasp of data science workflows.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, we are driven by our passion for science and our commitment to making a difference. We fuse data and technology with the latest scientific innovations to achieve breakthroughs that impact billions of patients worldwide. Our inclusive environment encourages collaboration and exploration, empowering us to push boundaries and make bold decisions. With opportunities for continuous learning and growth, AstraZeneca is where you can build a meaningful career while shaping the future of healthcare.

Ready to make an impact? Join us on this exciting journey!

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.