Senior Data Scientist
(Associate Director)
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Summary
As a Senior Data Scientist within the INDIGO | AI Innovation Lab, you will lead the development and scaling of data science capabilities while acting as a technical expert and mentor within the team. You will take ownership of key projects and work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver data science-driven solutions that align with enterprise goals. This is a hands-on role where you will develop and implement cutting-edge data science solutions, build and maintain digital products, and enable the democratization of data through scalable tools and best practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent data science and visualization skills, good communication skills, an exceptional sense of ownership and accountability in their work, and experience in the pharmaceutical or health related industry. This role is based in our Waltham location and would work a hybrid office schedule. Responsibilities RESPONSIBILITIES Key Responsibilities
Lead the Development of Data Science Capabilities
Design and build advanced digital tools, frameworks, and platforms that drive organizational efficiency and scalability Lead and manage high-impact data science initiatives across the organization, including scope, timelines, and resource needs Evangelize and contribute to scaled adoption of ML and AI capabilities across the organization Stay updated with advancements in data science and integrate emerging technologies into solutions where applicable Support and Scale Data Science Use Cases
Develop and deploy complex analytical models and insights to inform strategic decisions Implement data science solutions, including but not limited to predictive models, NLP, and GenAI applications Scale proof-of-concept data science ideas and products into maintainable production software services; Leverage best practices for production-ready code development and DevOps to build solutions that are stable, efficient, and scalable Track and report progress on data science initiatives while accounting for shifting priorities and timelines to ensure alignment with strategic objectives Champion FAIR principles and guide the organization in their application to ensure long-term data usability and accessibility Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration
Act as a key partner to cross-functional teams, providing technical leadership in the design and implementation of digital products. Act as a trusted advisor, educating stakeholders on INDIGO value offerings and application of team capabilities to their unique business needs Communicate insights and recommendations to senior leadership Functional Ownership of Digital Products
Lead the maintenance, enhancement, and governance of digital products under the team’s ownership Take functional ownership of data science tools and products, ensuring their reliability, scalability, and continued business relevance. Mentor junior team members and foster a culture of continuous learning and collaboration. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS Basic Qualifications:
Education
Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field. Ph.D preferred. 5-7 years of experience in data science, with a proven track record of delivering impactful solutions Technical Skills
Proficiency in production programming in languages such as Python and SQL. Comfort with pandas, Numpy, scikit-learn, and PyTorch libraries is required. Experience with graph databases (e.g. Neo4J) is a plus Hands-on experience with data visualization tools – Tableau and ReactJS/D3 preferred. Familiarity with cloud computing and ML platforms – AWS platform required, Dataiku and Snowflake experience preferred. Big Data Technologies (e.g. Spark) preferred Strong knowledge of ML algorithms, statistical analysis techniques, and end-to-end MLOps management. Experience with last-mile data engineering and data governance best practices (DBT preferred), including FAIR principles Core Competencies
Proven ability to design and implement high-quality end-to-end data science solutions, from conceptualization and discovery through to tangible value delivery to the business Strong problem solving and analytical skills, with an aptitude for technical and stakeholder management innovation Strong leadership and project management skills, with experience mentoring junior data scientists Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and get buy-in from stakeholders with a wide spectrum of technical proficiency Strong organizational skills, with experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities and ambiguities in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications
Experience in pharmaceutical / biotechnology industry Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards for data use in healthcare or life sciences (e.g. HIPAA). Exposure to latest GenAI innovation and graph analytics #LI-TS1 About Us Why join Team Alkermes? Alkermes applies its deep neuroscience expertise to develop medicines designed to help people living with complex and difficult-to-treat psychiatric and neurological disorders. A fully-integrated, global biopharmaceutical company, headquartered in Ireland with U.S. locations in Massachusetts and Ohio, we are committed to pursuing great science, driven by deep compassion to make a real impact in the lives of patients. Alkermes has a portfolio of proprietary commercial products for the treatment of alcohol dependence, opioid dependence, schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder, and a pipeline of clinical and preclinical candidates in development for various neurological disorders, including narcolepsy. Beyond our important mission of developing medicines to address unmet patient needs, we actively seek to foster a culture of diversity, inclusion and belonging throughout our business. We strive to ensure that all voices are respected and valued, recognizing that our diversity of thought, background and perspective makes us stronger. We are proud to have been recognized as an employer of choice by many national organizations, including being certified as a Great Place to Work in the U.S. in 2024, honored as a Healthiest Employer in both Ohio and Massachusetts in 2023, a Best Place for Working Parents in 2023, and to have received the Bell Seal at the Platinum level for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America for three consecutive years (2021-2023). Alkermes, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any qualified applicant or employee because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Alkermes also complies with all work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Alkermes is an E-Verify employer.
