Senior Clinical Data Scientist I

Senior Clinical Data Scientist I is responsible for developing CM functionalities. May coordinate work of other personnel developing standard and/or study-specific functionalities. Acts as subject matter expert for selected CM functionalities. 
Works closely with RbQM leads and other Data Scientists. 

Typical Accountabilities

• Will work independently and take responsibility for specific CM deliveries
• Demonstrates good R programming skills
• Can participate in development of new standard CM functionalities. Tasks can involve gathering of requirements,
• programming, testing and documentation.
• Can design, develop and lead development of study specific CM analyses. Tasks can involve gathering of requirements,
• programming, testing, documentation, coordination of work of other involved personnel.
• Can design, develop and lead development of data mapping to CM functionalities. Tasks can involve gathering of
• requirements, programming, testing, documentation and coordination of work of other involved personnel.
• Can be responsible for maintenance of data mapping and study specific CM analyses to ensure they continue to work in
• line with requirements; acts as a subject matter expect
• Identifies opportunities to improve deliveries and best practice
• Provides practical solutions for problems
• Leads delivery of specific tasks with other CM staff
• Can contribute to function by training and mentoring of more junior staff
• Can lead activities related to development of CM functionalities for a study or project

Essential

• Educational degree (BSc/Msc/PhD) in Life Science, Computer Science or Information Science and 2 years of experience in the application of information and knowledge management in a clinical or scientific setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience
•  Has good knowledge of R programming language
• Good communication skills in both written and spoken English
• Team player
• Has basic knowledge of SQL

Desirable

• Previous knowledge of at least one BI platform is an advantage
•  Previous experience in life science and clinical studies is an advantage

Date Posted

Closing Date

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