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# Senior Data Scientist

- **Company:** Qiagen Gaithersburg, Inc.
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Bioinformatics, Data Cleansing, Data Integration, Data Security, Software Design Patterns, R (Programming Language), Graph Database, Issue Tracking Systems, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Neo4j, Network Model, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Data Processing, Feature Engineering, Large Language Models, Model Validation, Software Version Control
- **Published:** August 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/redirect/p8u1rkpdla

## About the Role

* +5 years working as a Data Scientist, with a proven track record in machine learning and AI-driven projects.
 * Proficiency in Python, R, and SQL for data analysis and model development
 * Strong understanding of ML algorithms and inferential statistics
 * Expertise in data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation techniques
 * APIs designing, OOP concepts, design patterns
 * Source control and issue tracking systems
 * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
 * Strong communication skills to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
 * Ability to document methods and processes clearly
 * Comfortable in a client-facing role

Nice to have

 * Developed full data-focused applications to analyze & process data
 * Worked with biological data (e.g., gene expression profiles, pathways, gene metadata, etc.)
 * Proficiency in graph-based analysis and network modeling, including experience with tools like NetworkX, Neo4j, or similar
 * Research experience in bioinformatics, AI, or drug discovery
 * Experience working with LLMs, vector DBs, RAG systems

## Description

Model Development: Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models, encompassing traditional ML, as well as DL and LLMs.

Knowledge Graph Implementation: Utilize knowledge graphs to represent and query structured biological data, enabling relationship discovery, and reasoning over gene-drug-disease interactions.

Software Engineering: Write well-documented, extensible software code that is easy to maintain, and that adheres to generally accepted programming standards and OOP practices.

Data Integration: Integrate heterogeneous data sources, such as gene expression profiles, pathway data, gene metadata, and others, to draw insights and create representations for AI analysis.

Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with bioinformatics experts and software engineers to align AI solutions with customer requests and our company's strategic goals.

Ethical AI: Ensure transparent reporting of AI methodologies and limitations to maintain public trust, addressing risks like model bias, data security, and intellectual property., * Bonus/Commission

 * Local benefits
 * Referral Program
 * Volunteer Day
 * Internal Academy (QIALearn)
 * Employee Assistance Program
 * Hybrid work (conditional to your role)

Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. Passion drives us as we push boundaries to innovate and evolve. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We cultivate a collaborative, supportive environment where each individual and team can flourish. We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking.


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