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# Data Scientist

- **Company:** Phasev Trials Inc.
- **Location:** Boston, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Business Analytics Applications, Big Data, Clinical Data Repository, Code Review, Computer Programming, Data Visualization, R (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Data Processing, Scripting, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-data-scientist-boston-ma--c7723e66-7650-43d3-817e-755fb3c4311b

## About the Role

* Master's in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, Engineering or a related field
 * Ph.D. is an advantage but not required

Experience:

 * 3+ years of experience in data science or machine learning roles
 * Experience with ML in a practical research or industry setting
 * Background in statistical modeling and analysis

Skills:

 * Strong programming skills in Python (R in addition - an advantage)
 * Proficiency in statistical analysis and machine learning
 * Experience with data visualization and communication of technical concepts
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred:

 * Familiarity with causal inference concepts
 * Experience in healthcare or biotech industry
 * Experience with large-scale data processing, * Extremely hard and diverse problem setting, in which the team is pushing the envelope.
 * A collaborative and dynamic startup environment.
 * Professional growth and development opportunities.

Skills:
Algorithms, Analysis Skills, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Clinical Data, Clinical Trial, Code Reviews, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Contract Research Organization (CRO), Cross-Functional, Data Processing, Data Science, Data Visualization, Drug Development, Healthcare, Machine Learning, Problem Solving Skills, Python Programming/Scripting Language, R Programming Language, Research & Development (R&D), Startup, Statistical Modeling, Statistics, Team Player, Technical Research, Technical Writing

## Description

We are seeking a talented Data Scientist to join our team of researchers. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in machine learning and statistics with an interest in causal inference. A couple of recent preprints we've released to get a sense of the challenges:

 * Causal Responder Detection (https://arxiv.org/abs/2406.17571)
 * Robust CATE Estimation Using Novel Ensemble Methods. (https://arxiv.org/abs/2407.03690), Technical Development:
 * Implement and optimize ML algorithms, with a focus on causal ML applications in clinical trials
 * Collaborate with senior data scientists to develop and improve our analytical platforms
 * Work alongside clinical and biological experts to translate complex problems into technical solutions

Research & Analysis:

 * Conduct rigorous statistical analyses of both randomized and observational data
 * Develop and validate methods for responder identification and treatment effect estimation
 * Document and present methodologies and results for internal and external stakeholders

Collaboration:

 * Work cross-functionally with engineering and product teams
 * Contribute to technical discussions and peer code reviews
 * Support the preparation of technical documentation and research papers


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