Senior Data Scientist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Comprehend sponsor data requirements and translate these into essential analytics.

• Proactively define algorithms, models, analyses, and outputs necessary to fulfill sponsor objectives.

• Prepare business requirement documents and detailed specifications.

• Anticipate reporting and analytical needs to assist sponsors effectively.

• Possess knowledge of CDISC standards and clinical trial submission protocols, capable of independently producing data transfers and trial documentation adhering to these standards.

• Demonstrate confidence in presenting results and interpretations to sponsors without assistance.

• Ability to convey intricate data concepts in an easily digestible manner.

• Proficient in summarizing data in concise, impactful presentations and executive summaries.

• Skillfully manage multiple data analytics projects and deliverables simultaneously.

• Design, develop, and implement data analytics, data models, reporting systems, data automation systems, dashboards, and performance metrics.

• Oversee the maintenance of reporting systems and dashboards.

• Assist in the creation of data visualization tools.

• Draft and execute Statistical Analysis Plans.

• Monitor study data effectively.

• Engage in data transformation, transposition, cleaning, curation, and reprocessing to support data transfers and delivery to sponsors.

• Apply CDISC data standards, including SDTM and ADaM datasets.

• Collaborate with sponsors to address scientific inquiries and partake in study planning.

• Author clinical study reports, analytic reports, and various scientific documents.

• Contribute to data curation and aggregation; provide requirements and documentation for data structure and needs to facilitate data analytics.

• Analyze and report on cognitive outcome measures and cognitive assessments.

• Develop and conduct quality control on statistical and programming outputs while adhering to strict quality standards.

• Collaborate with internal teams in project management, statistics, data management, statistical programming, and site services to support scientific analysis and reporting and address data-related inquiries.

• Create solutions for unique customer requests regarding topics such as stratification, inclusion, reliable change monitoring, data monitoring, normative data, and other cognitive testing applications.

• Generate clinical study report summary tables, data listings, figures, and additional outputs as detailed in the statistical analysis plan or other scientific reporting specifications.

• Evaluate and monitor cognitive data rater performance, findings from data monitoring, custom programming/statistical analysis, normative data, z-scores, and computations.

• Analyze and interpret cognitive data from clinical trials and research studies critically.

• Assess internal processes and scientific methodologies critically.

• Contribute to the enhancement of processes, technology, and infrastructure that support scientific services and related operations.

• When functioning as a QC programmer, work independently from source data to ensure a 100% match of all outputs.

• Maintain a thorough understanding of Cogstate's data systems.

• Provide requirements for the development and commercialization of new technologies.

⛳️ Requirements

• Degree in data science, computer science, mathematics, psychology, neuroscience, statistics, or a related field. A MA/MS may be acceptable with additional experience and demonstrated proficiency.

• PhD strongly preferred.

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in an industry or academic environment.

• Proficiency in data analysis, statistics, and scientific writing and presentation.

• Exceptional expertise in R for data analytics and advanced statistics.

• Extensive experience with Python/Pyspark.

• Expertise in predictive and machine learning modeling.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote Work Practices: Cogstate operates as a virtual-first company, allowing employees to work from anywhere within the United States, Australia, or the United Kingdom where Cogstate is registered to do business.

• Generous Paid Time-off: Employees receive 20 days of vacation leave, 10 days of personal leave, and 10 paid public holidays.

• 401(k) Matching: As you invest in yourself and your future, Cogstate matches up to 3% of your annual salary in our 401k program.

• Competitive Salary: We provide competitive base salaries along with additional earning opportunities based on the position.

• Health, Dental & Vision Coverage: We offer comprehensive health and dental insurance options with competitive company contributions, along with free vision insurance for all full-time employees.

• Short-Term & Long Term Disability Life Insurance: Fully employer sponsored.

• Pre-Tax Benefits: Options for Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Learning & Development Opportunities: Cogstate provides a robust learning program including mentorships and support for programs aimed at enhancing knowledge or obtaining certifications in relevant areas of interest.