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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Data Scientist (Computational Biophysicist) - **Company:** Abbott Laboratories - **Location:** Green Oaks, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $86,700.0 - $173,300.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Bash Shell, Big Data, Bioinformatics, C++ (Programming Language), Computational Biology, Computer Programming, Decision Support Systems, Linux, Apache Hadoop, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Mathematical Programming, MongoDB, Technical Data Management Systems, Unstructured Data, Apache Spark, Kubernetes, Data Analytics, Docker - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://abbott.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/abbottcareers/job/United-States---Illinois---Abbott-Park/Senior-Data-Scientist--Computational-Biophysicist-_31160920-1 ## About the Role * Masters Degree with additional progressive research experience sufficient to demonstrate equivalency. * Doctorate Degree Experience with presenting results of projects both internally & externally; present complex technical data to large and diverse groups. * Ability to train others on the theoretical and practical basis of techniques, processes and assays. * Familiar with project planning, process updates, & experimental design. Prepares & align impact goals with department goals. * Life or Physical Science preferred with up to two years research or industrial experience., * Advanced degree in Life or Physical Science, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering or closely related discipline is preferred. * Advanced Experience with programming scripts and pipelines in languages such as Python, Bash, C++ in Linux/Unix * Experience in applying data analysis techniques to a large set of data using big data systems such as Hadoop, Spark, MongoDB, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS or similar software. * Experience in building or applying machine learning models of protein sequence and structure. * Experience in building or applying biophysical and molecular dynamic models of protein sequence and structure * Advanced analytics knowledge and application in the field of: Computational Biology, Biophysics, Molecular Dynamics, Bio-ML, Bioinformatics, Statistics, Mathematical programming, Business acumen and experience with operational or strategic systems. ## Description As a Senior Data Scientist, Computational Biophysicist, you'll turn complex data into meaningful insights that help drive business decisions, improve products, and create value for customers. You'll lead advanced analytics and machine learning initiatives, working closely with stakeholders to solve challenging business problems and uncover new opportunities through data. * Analyze complex data sets and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations for business and technical teams. * Collect, prepare, clean, and transform structured and unstructured data for advanced analysis. * Design end-to-end analytical strategies that address critical business questions and support data-driven decision making. * Develop, validate, and deploy machine learning models, predictive algorithms, and advanced analytical solutions. * Perform statistical analysis to identify trends, patterns, risks, and opportunities within large data sets. * Partner with stakeholders to define project goals, requirements, timelines, and success metrics. * Communicate analytical approaches, model logic, assumptions, and limitations to both technical and non-technical audiences. * Work closely with business partners to understand operational challenges and continuously refine analytical solutions. * Identify opportunities to improve products, processes, systems, and business performance through the use of data and analytics. * Transform analytical results into strategic recommendations using business and industry expertise. * Mentor and coach junior data scientists, providing technical leadership and analytical guidance. * Support the development of data science best practices, processes, and organizational capabilities. * Lead and contribute to teams delivering predictive, prescriptive, and applied analytics solutions from development through deployment. ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [40 Minutes to Build a Serverless COVID-19 REST and GraphQL APIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/208-40-minutes-to-build-a-serverless-covid-19-rest-and-graphql-apis) - [Geometric deep learning for drug discovery](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/264-geometric-deep-learning-for-drug-discovery) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Data Analyst Salary Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/277-data-analyst-salary-germany) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)