Job SummaryWe are currently seeking an experienced data scientist to join our AI team who will support and lead data flow, advanced analytical needs and AI tools across Medpace. The AI team utilizes analytical principles and techniques to identify, collate and analyze many data sources and works with teams across Medpace to support efficiency and business gains for pharmaceutical development. The AI Data Scientist will support various projects across the company to bring data sources together in a consistent manner, work with the business to identify the value of AI, identify appropriate solutions and work with IT to ensure they are developed and built into the relevant systems. The team is seeking an experienced candidate to contribute new skills to our team, support team growth and foster AI development.
The AI Team is a highly collaborative team with members in both the Cincinnati and London offices. This team supports many teams across the business including clinical operations, medical, labs, business development and business operations. The AI Team also works side-by-side with data engineering, business analytics and software engineering to architecture innovative data storage and access solutions for optimal data utilization strategies. If you are an individual with experience in informatics, data science, or computer science, please review the following career opportunity.
Responsibilities- Explore and work with different data sources to collate into knowledge;
- Work with different business teams across the company with a variety of different business needs to identify potential areas that AI can support;
- Manage the process of working through AI potentials from discovery research to PoC to production with the business teams and supporting tasks for IT developers;
- Try out different AI tools to substantiate the potential of its use with the business team;
- Translate results into compelling visualizations which illustrate the overall benefits of the use of AI and identify with the business team the overall value of its use;
- Develop and map database architecture of methodological and clinical data systems;
- Convert business tasks into meaningful developer Jira tasks for sprints;
- Support departmental process improvement initiatives that can include AI; and
- Participate in training and development of more junior team members.
Qualifications- Master's degree or higher in informatics, computer science/engineering, health information, statistics, or related field required;
- 2 or more years of experience as a Data Scientist or closely related;
- Experience applying machine learning to pharmaceutical or clinical data (or translatable artificial intelligence [ai] techniques from other industries);
- Advanced computer programming skills (preferred language: Python);
- Analytical thinker with great attention to detail;
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks within tight timelines; and
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Medpace OverviewMedpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 6,000 people across 40+ countries.
Why Medpace?People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today.
The work we've done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.
Cincinnati Perks- Cincinnati Campus Overview
- Flexible work environment
- Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
- Employee health and wellness initiatives
- Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
- Discounts on local sports games, fitness gyms and attractions
- Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center
- Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
- Discounted tuition for UC online programs
Awards- Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer
- Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
- Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility
What to Expect NextA Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.
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