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# Contract Data Scientist (Real-World Data)

- **Company:** COMMONWEALTH SCIENCES INC
- **Location:** Boston, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Big Data, Bioinformatics, Clinical Data Repository, Data Integration, Data Integrity, Python (Programming Language), MySQL, Information Technology, Database Tools and Utilities, Programming Languages
- **Published:** June 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d77b31585ec6f7b5

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Pharmaceutical company experience?, * Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline, with at least 4 years of relevant industry experience

 * Demonstrated experience within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
 * Hands-on experience working with Real-World Data (RWD), including datasets such as EHR and claims from major data providers
 * Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, Scala, C, and database tools like MySQL is advantageous but not required

## Description

* Perform in-depth analysis of real-world datasets, including EHR and large-scale multi-omics data and contribute to clinical data interpretation and study report development
 * Collaborate with cross-functional internal teams and external partners to scope analytical approaches, evaluate data integrity, and deliver insights from complex datasets using advanced statistical methodologies
 * Develop and implement robust analytical frameworks and workflows to support drug discovery efforts and enable precision medicine initiatives in clinical programs
 * Translate analytical outputs into biologically meaningful insights and effectively communicate findings to both scientific and non-scientific audiences across the organization and at external forums
 * Identify, evaluate, and apply novel computational techniques and data integration strategies to enhance data interpretation and decision-making
 * Contribute to the drafting and submission of scientific publications, and support patent filings and other intellectual property activities
 * Perform additional responsibilities as needed in support of team and organizational goals


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