Director of Data Science Products

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead development of open-source products supporting clinical trial design and analysis in a GxP environment 

• Oversee product lifecycle, balancing enhancements, maintenance, and compliance priorities 

• Champion agile, user-centric development with iterative delivery and transparent prioritization 

• Establish robust testing frameworks to ensure product quality and reliability 

• Coach and mentor product teams, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement 

• Break down complex challenges into actionable steps for systematic progress 

• Shape strategic roadmaps in partnership with senior leadership 

Essential Requirements: 

• Master’s degree in a quantitative or computational science (e.g. computer science, statistics, mathematics) 

• 10+ years developing scalable analytics solutions using open-source languages that deliver business value 

• 5+ years leading product management for statistical or analytical tools using agile methodologies 

• Strong leadership and communication skills to mentor and inspire cross-functional teams 

• Proven experience analyzing product KPIs to drive continuous improvement and user engagement 

• - Expert-level proficiency in R and Python with deep understanding of software development best practices 

Desirable Requirements: 

• Strong understanding of clinical trial processes, statistical analysis, and regulatory submission requirements 

• Experience contributing to open-source projects in the pharmaceutical sector, especially in R, Julia, or Python 

Benefits and Rewards 
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Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion 

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