Data Scientist - Drug Discovery

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Lead Discovery and Optimization (LDO) is a dynamic and multidisciplinary organization within early R&D that supports the full continuum of drug discovery—from lead identification to clinical candidate nomination. LDO leverages state-of-the-art technology, deep subject matter expertise, and broad scientific knowledge to deliver physiologically relevant in-vitro datasets which drive molecular discovery and differentiation across multiple modalities and disease areas including oncology, immunology, neuroscience, protein homeostasis, cardiovascular, and cell therapy. Working in partnership with our disease area experts in the Thematic Research Centers provides an exciting pathway to discover and deliver medicines to patients in need.

LDO is seeking a highly motivated drug discovery data scientist to join our Data Science and Advanced Analytics team. Our team is responsible for developing informative analysis tools and inferential models for machine learning (ML)-enhanced lead discovery and optimization. We are passionate about integrating ML with target-based and phenotypic screens to drive discovery of the next generation of novel medicines. Our team works collaboratively with bench scientists and data scientists across the research organization to address key scientific questions driven by project needs. This is a unique opportunity to enhance your career developing cutting edge solutions for real world impact.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate across R&D data science teams to develop enterprise strategies for machine learning in drug discovery and champion the evaluation and implementation of next generation AI/ML and analytics tools

• Mine multi-omics/functional genomics data to identify relevant biological pathways & improve mechanistic understanding from phenotypic screening campaigns

• Develop machine learning (ML) and analytics tools to analyze large High Throughput Screening and other data sets, and integrate to enable hypothesis testing to address key scientific questions

• Utilize necessary tools to extract and prepare datasets for downstream consumption in models and analytics 

• Write and document programming code in one or more languages (Python preferred) to facilitate data preparation / cleaning, model development, evaluation, and deployment

• Create deployable tools to enable end-user interaction with datasets and models

• Present analyses and results to technical and non-technical audiences

• Represent our function in machine learning and data science forums

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. with 0-2+ years of experience in bioinformatics, biology, and data analytics with a focus on machine learning. Postdoctoral or industry experience is a plus.

• Expert knowledge of one or more scripting programming languages, preferably Python, with a focus on machine learning and applications like Matlab, Tableau, and Spotfire to analyze and visualize data.

• Ability to extract information from databases using a variety of software packages (e.g., Oracle SQL developer)

• Knowledge of experimental design principles and statistical methods for biological assays.

• Strong analytical, statistical, and problem-solving skills to understand technical business problems and devise and implement solutions.

• Ability to translate complex data insights into actionable recommendations for cross-functional teams.

• Ability to work effectively on matrixed teams to collaboratively solve challenging problems, while also being able to work independently with minimal supervision

• Good interpersonal, communication, writing and organizational skills

• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply domain-specific knowledge.

The starting compensation for this job is a range from $122,740 - $148,700, plus incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility).

The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit our BMS Careers Site.

Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect and may include the following: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision care. Wellbeing support such as the BMS Living Life Better program and employee assistance programs (EAP). Financial well-being resources and a 401(K). Financial protection benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection and survivor support. Work-life programs include paid national holidays and optional holidays, Global Shutdown days between Christmas and New Year’s holiday, up to 120 hours of paid vacation, up to two (2) paid days to volunteer, sick time off, and summer hours flexibility. Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave. Family care services such as adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, fertility/infertility benefits, support for traveling mothers, and child, elder and pet care resources. Other perks like tuition reimbursement and a recognition program.

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
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