Data Scientist • Senior

Who you are

You hold an MS or PhD degree in a quantitative discipline such as statistical genetics, cancer genetics, or bioinformatics — your academic background equips you with the knowledge to tackle complex data challenges in the healthcare sector. You have strong skills in data science and a proven track record of applying machine learning techniques to real-world problems, particularly in genomics. Your experience with genomic data, including DNA-seq and RNA-seq, allows you to analyze and interpret large datasets effectively.

You are adept at collaborating with diverse teams, including product, science, engineering, and business development — your ability to communicate complex ideas clearly helps bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders. You possess a strong analytical mindset, enabling you to interrogate analytical results for robustness and clinical impact. Your passion for improving patient care drives you to innovate and develop novel algorithms that can predict cancer subtypes and treatment responses.

Desirable

Experience with clinical data, such as survival data and clinical trials, is a plus — you understand the nuances of working with real-world datasets and the ethical considerations involved. Familiarity with AI technologies and their applications in precision medicine will set you apart as a candidate.

What you'll do

As a Senior Data Scientist at Tempus, you will analyze large multimodal datasets to develop AI-powered clinical reports that enhance patient care. You will design and characterize algorithms that predict cancer subtype and patient outcomes, contributing to the advancement of medical research. Your role will involve collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to build an advanced data platform in precision medicine.

You will document, summarize, and present your findings to peers and stakeholders, ensuring that your insights are actionable and impactful. Your work will directly influence the development of clinical products that optimize patient care and improve treatment strategies. You will also be responsible for interrogating analytical results to ensure their robustness and generalization in clinical settings.

What we offer

Tempus provides a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work with one of the largest clinicogenomics datasets in human history, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in healthcare. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development within the organization. Join us in our mission to transform patient care through data-driven insights and advanced algorithms.