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Oxford PharmaGenesis is looking for a talented and motivated Data Scientist to join our team. As a Data Scientist, you will be responsible for delivering client-ready healthcare-focused AI and data science projects. This role involves leading the technical delivery of specialist AI projects, including large language models, natural language processing, knowledge graphs, semantic data modelling and advanced analytics. You will support project scoping, technical planning and the development of innovative data solutions. You will also help to develop the capabilities and skills of other colleagues, and you will contribute to the future direction of our AI and Data Science Team.

This role requires exceptional communication skills for client-facing interactions, with both technical and non-technical audiences, and project management and scoping abilities. You should be able to work autonomously while collaborating effectively, and you will have excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet the highest quality standards.

Ideally, you will be based in either of our Oxford offices; however, you could also be based in one of our other UK offices (London, Cardiff or Cambridge).

We are looking for a Data Scientist who has:

  • a degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience (e.g. bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science). A PhD is preferred, preferably in life sciences
  • prior experience in a biomedical/pharmaceutical or medical communications environment
  • expert-level proficiency in Python and/or R
  • a strong foundation in data manipulation and analysis (pandas, tidyverse)
  • experience in version control systems (Git) and collaborative development practices
  • an understanding of databases (SQL and/or NoSQL) and data architecture principles
  • proficiency in data visualization and dashboard creation.

About us

What if you could make a real difference to the lives of patients?
We are an independent HealthScience consultancy, working with global healthcare organizations and pharmaceutical companies to help healthcare professionals make better decisions for patients.

What if you could grow and achieve more than you dreamt possible?
We value eternal curiosity and provide exceptional learning opportunities to enable you to flourish.

What if you worked with over 500 exceptionally talented colleagues?
We bring out the best in each other by empowering and supporting each other in a truly inclusive environment.

What if your employer was socially responsible?
We are committed to offering matched charitable fundraising, and to supporting charities that are working towards the betterment of health, society and/or people. We supported more than 40 good causes last year.

What if you joined Oxford PharmaGenesis? You could have it all.

At Oxford PharmaGenesis, we believe that our connection to each other is one of our key strengths, and rewarding relationships are supported through our hybrid working approach. Bringing colleagues together in person 2 days per week supports wellbeing and helps us to build and strengthen relationships and collaborate on important work.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. This is a UK government scheme designed to encourage employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with health conditions. If you would like to find out more about the initiative, please visit this link: Disability Confident employer scheme .

If you are looking for a new role with the opportunity to make a difference, please apply today or contact our Talent Acquisition Team for an informal chat by emailing .


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