Kyowa Kirin, Inc.- U.S.
Data Scientist
Kyowa Kirin, Inc.- U.S., Princeton, New Jersey, us, 08543
Kyowa Kirin is a fast growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four areas of unmet need: oncology, nephrology, immunology and CNS/movement disorders. The North America organization includes two offices (in New Jersey and California) that focus on drug discovery, product development, and commercialization. Together, we work as a close-knit team to understand clinical needs and advance innovations that can have a profound impact on patient lives.Summary of Job:
The Data Scientist will be responsible for applying advanced analytics and creating data-based insights for the Oncology, Rare Disease, and CNS business franchises in Kyowa Kirin North America. This role will report to the Senior Director, Business Insights and Analytics, and will be responsible for advancing data science and advanced analytics capabilities by leveraging best practices in data science, data mining, and advanced statistical modeling to drive a culture of data-driven decision-making. This role requires a unique combination of skillsets and strong business acumen along with the technical competence to gain the trust of internal stakeholders and to develop innovative solutions that address critical business needs.Essential Functions:
Play a key role in identifying opportunities for machine learning and business intelligence to solve unmet medical needs and support the analysis of data to generate market insights.Create artificial intelligence (AI)/ machine learning (ML) to support key strategic initiatives.Implement advanced analytics in support of our commercial teams, including explorative applications of machine learning, deep learning, and artificial intelligence.Influence critical strategic business decisions by enhancing intelligence systems and predictive analytical techniques to address current and future business objectives.Leverage advanced data integration and governance capabilities through cloud computing, and AI/ML.Utilize machine learning to build predictive models for application in commercial initiatives.Develop automated capabilities that enable the application of machine learning across the Company’s portfolio of medicines.Ability to build and fine-tune algorithms that scale up from small-scale proof-of-concept stage to full production systems in a timely manner.Communicate complex findings and insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders through data visualizations, reports, and presentations.Job Requirements
Education
A Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, applied mathematics, or a related field is required. A master’s or Ph.D. degree is preferred.Experience
At least 10 years of relevant experience, including data science, advanced statistics, and business analysis.Strong understanding of healthcare data and technology; cross-industry experience in pharmaceutical, consumer, or technology industries preferred.Strong quantitative and diverse analytical skills: exploratory data analyses, computer science, statistics, modeling, mathematics, programming languages, and business acumen.Extensive experience working with large complex data and proficiency in corresponding query/programming languages such as SAS, R, Python, or SQL plus experience with other big data technologies such as Hadoop.Strong knowledge of secondary data sources including syndicated sales, promotional and marketing data, longitudinal patient-level data, and diagnostic lab data; experience with payer data.Proficiency in manipulating and extracting insights from large longitudinal data sources, such as claims, diagnostic, EMR, and other data sets.Expertise in managing and analyzing a range of large, secondary transactional databases is required.Experience with field force analytics, including customer segmentation, targeting, and promotional response measurements.Strong organizational skills and time management; ability to manage a diverse range of projects simultaneously.Strong interpersonal skills and a consultative mindset, with the ability to develop strong partnerships and influence without authority.Clear oral and written communication skills; including describing complex data topics in simple terms.Considerable experience with the presentation of statistical analysis results to a non-technical audience.Collaborate and partner with peers in other functions on cross-functional analytics projects and solutions.Technical Skills
Proficient in Python, SAS, and R. Experience with MS Office suite is required.Non-Technical Skills
Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, meet deadlines, make decisions, and change course of action quickly. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. A strong work ethic is required. Detail-oriented and excellent follow-through. Has the ability to flex and deal with ambiguity in a dynamic, fast-paced, high-growth environment. Has a passion for personal learning and development to be able to grow with the company. Cultural sensitivity and ability to develop consensus within a multinational organization.KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions.Recruitment & Staffing Agencies
Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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The Data Scientist will be responsible for applying advanced analytics and creating data-based insights for the Oncology, Rare Disease, and CNS business franchises in Kyowa Kirin North America. This role will report to the Senior Director, Business Insights and Analytics, and will be responsible for advancing data science and advanced analytics capabilities by leveraging best practices in data science, data mining, and advanced statistical modeling to drive a culture of data-driven decision-making. This role requires a unique combination of skillsets and strong business acumen along with the technical competence to gain the trust of internal stakeholders and to develop innovative solutions that address critical business needs.Essential Functions:
Play a key role in identifying opportunities for machine learning and business intelligence to solve unmet medical needs and support the analysis of data to generate market insights.Create artificial intelligence (AI)/ machine learning (ML) to support key strategic initiatives.Implement advanced analytics in support of our commercial teams, including explorative applications of machine learning, deep learning, and artificial intelligence.Influence critical strategic business decisions by enhancing intelligence systems and predictive analytical techniques to address current and future business objectives.Leverage advanced data integration and governance capabilities through cloud computing, and AI/ML.Utilize machine learning to build predictive models for application in commercial initiatives.Develop automated capabilities that enable the application of machine learning across the Company’s portfolio of medicines.Ability to build and fine-tune algorithms that scale up from small-scale proof-of-concept stage to full production systems in a timely manner.Communicate complex findings and insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders through data visualizations, reports, and presentations.Job Requirements
Education
A Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, applied mathematics, or a related field is required. A master’s or Ph.D. degree is preferred.Experience
At least 10 years of relevant experience, including data science, advanced statistics, and business analysis.Strong understanding of healthcare data and technology; cross-industry experience in pharmaceutical, consumer, or technology industries preferred.Strong quantitative and diverse analytical skills: exploratory data analyses, computer science, statistics, modeling, mathematics, programming languages, and business acumen.Extensive experience working with large complex data and proficiency in corresponding query/programming languages such as SAS, R, Python, or SQL plus experience with other big data technologies such as Hadoop.Strong knowledge of secondary data sources including syndicated sales, promotional and marketing data, longitudinal patient-level data, and diagnostic lab data; experience with payer data.Proficiency in manipulating and extracting insights from large longitudinal data sources, such as claims, diagnostic, EMR, and other data sets.Expertise in managing and analyzing a range of large, secondary transactional databases is required.Experience with field force analytics, including customer segmentation, targeting, and promotional response measurements.Strong organizational skills and time management; ability to manage a diverse range of projects simultaneously.Strong interpersonal skills and a consultative mindset, with the ability to develop strong partnerships and influence without authority.Clear oral and written communication skills; including describing complex data topics in simple terms.Considerable experience with the presentation of statistical analysis results to a non-technical audience.Collaborate and partner with peers in other functions on cross-functional analytics projects and solutions.Technical Skills
Proficient in Python, SAS, and R. Experience with MS Office suite is required.Non-Technical Skills
Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, meet deadlines, make decisions, and change course of action quickly. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. A strong work ethic is required. Detail-oriented and excellent follow-through. Has the ability to flex and deal with ambiguity in a dynamic, fast-paced, high-growth environment. Has a passion for personal learning and development to be able to grow with the company. Cultural sensitivity and ability to develop consensus within a multinational organization.KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions.Recruitment & Staffing Agencies
Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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