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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Data Scientist (Biostatistics) - **Company:** Acuity - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Cloud Computing, Software Quality, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Package Development Process, Cloud Platform System, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Large Language Models, Git, Machine Learning Operations, Api Design, Code Restructuring, Software Version Control, Databricks - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/redirect/oj3g07jn5a ## About the Role * Strong background in statistics, ideally with experience as a biostatistician * Advanced proficiency in R, including package development * Solid experience with version control (Git) and collaborative workflows * Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and documentation practices * Strong understanding of reproducible research and robust statistical modelling practices * Experience using AI-assisted development tools to accelerate coding, testing, documentation, debugging, and technical problem solving Technical and platform experience: * Experience designing scalable R-based processes for modelling workflows * Familiarity with deploying models or analytical workflows into production environments * Experience with Databricks or similar cloud-based data platforms * Exposure to API development or integration (nice to have) * Awareness of common AI and LLM integration patterns, such as API-based integration, retrieval-augmented generation, workflow automation, tool/function calling, and human-in-the-loop review Soft skills: * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Ability to translate complex statistical concepts into clear, practical guidance * Strong stakeholder engagement and advisory mindset * Ability to apply sound judgement when using AI tools, ensuring outputs are reviewed, validated, and appropriate for regulated environments ## Description We are looking for a Senior Data Scientist (Biostatistics) to support our clients in advancing their statistical modelling capabilities. In this role, you will work closely with client-side biostatisticians and cross-functional teams to refine modelling approaches, design robust and scalable R-based processes, and support the deployment of statistical models as production-grade software on cloud infrastructure. This is a highly collaborative and consultative position where you'll act as a technical expert and advisor-helping clients bridge statistical science with modern engineering best practices. You'll ensure models are reproducible, maintainable, and production-ready, while enabling teams to adopt more efficient, scalable, and AI-accelerated ways of working., * Collaborate closely with biostatisticians and cross-functional teams * Refine and enhance statistical modelling approaches and methodologies * Design and develop robust R-based workflows and packages * Implement best practices for testing, documentation, and CI/CD in statistical projects * Support the deployment of models as scalable, production-ready software on cloud platforms * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to improve modelling and engineering standards * Ensure reproducibility, maintainability, and performance of statistical solutions * Use AI-assisted development tools to improve delivery speed, code quality, testing, documentation, and refactoring * Identify practical opportunities to apply LLMs or AI-enabled tooling within modelling, analytics, engineering, or knowledge workflows ## Related Videos - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [API Design - Getting Started](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/33-api-design-getting-started) - [Cutting LLM Costs Without Cutting Quality: How to Beat Proprietary LLMs with Fine-Tuned Open Source](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100151-cutting-llm-costs-without-cutting-quality-how-to-beat-proprietary-llms-with-fine-tuned-open-source) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1209-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou) - [Rest API Antipatterns](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100208-rest-api-antipatterns) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Graph and AI Trends 2026: Why Is AI Running but Not Yet Delivering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/680-graph-and-ai-trends-2026-why-is-ai-running-but-not-yet-delivering) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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