Data Scientist

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London
1 year ago
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I am delighted to be supporting an oncology-focused biotechnology company that are looking to recruit a Data Scientist to join the team.


This is a senior position where they need someone extremely well versed in the analysis of complex pre-clinical and clinical data sets.


To make candidates aware, this is an initial 12 month Fixed Term Contract, with a strong chance of being made permanent at the end of this period.


This role will offer you:


  • The ability to make a genuine impact on the business and make influential decisions in your role.
  • Work alongside likeminded people who are passionate and have a patient first approach to everything they do.
  • High levels of flexibility depending on your preference in regards to remote working or being on site.


You will be responsible for:


  • Analysis of complex pre-clinical and clinical data sets (Eg. Genomics).
  • Helping to shape clinical development strategies and trial designs by evaluating internal and external clinical and pre-clinical data.
  • Presentation of data results and implementation of any follow up plans that need to take place.


You will bring the following:


  • Well versed and hands on experience of analysing clinical trial data (in the field of oncology would be advantageous).
  • Proven experience in bioinformatics and biostatistical analysis of biological datasets, along with strong skills in scripting and programming.
  • Ability to hit the ground running, this is a senior role within the team where they need someone who is happy to take initiative.


If this role is for you or someone that you know, then please get in touch by reaching out to me on:

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I look forward to hearing from you!

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