Data Scientist

Caris Life Sciences • Tempe, AZ • 14h ago

At Caris, we understand that cancer is an ugly word-a word no one wants to hear, but one that connects us all. That's why we're not just transforming cancer care-we're changing lives.

We introduced precision medicine to the world and built an industry around the idea that every patient deserves answers as unique as their DNA. Backed by cutting-edge molecular science and AI, we ask ourselves every day: "What would I do if this patient were my mom?" That question drives everything we do.

But our mission doesn't stop with cancer. We're pushing the frontiers of medicine and leading a revolution in healthcare-driven by innovation, compassion, and purpose.

Join us in our mission to improve the human condition across multiple diseases. If you're passionate about meaningful work and want to be part of something bigger than yourself, Caris is where your impact begins.

Position Summary

Caris Life Sciences is seeking a data scientist to expand, test, and validate a suite of molecular biomarkers aimed to improve the standard of care for patients undergoing treatment for cancer. This is a research role within the Caris signature development program and responsibilities will center on statistical or machine-learning derived predictions of phenotypic treatment response built from the genotypic data @types available on Caris molecular sequencing platforms. A successful candidate will have the analytical, code-oriented mindset to create reproducible data science pipelines, and the communication skills to discuss the implications of the scientific results with our medical professionals.

Job Responsibilities

Work with disease experts to determine the cohort selection, model development, and validation steps that make up a project roadmap for a genetic signature.

Iteratively develop statistical or machine-learned derived features sets built from Caris genetic sequencing data.

Communicate the impact and interpretation of predicted clinical outcomes for the targeted disease @type.

Structure queries and organize codebases in a streamlined and reproducible manner.

Compare novel signatures with baselines derived from the molecular health literature.

Interface with data engineering and bioinformatics teams to understand the intricacies of underlying datasets.

Required Qualifications

PhD in Data Science, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Engineering, or related scientific field.

1-5 years experience in Data Science

Proficiency in Python.

Proficiency in data visualization.

Familiarity with Linux ecosystem, Git, and queries from SQL or related database families.

Experience with common machine-learning Python libraries such as Sklearn, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras, etc.

Ability to communicate quantifiable results through tables, figures, and plots.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and general working knowledge of Internet for business use.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with interpretation of clinical health records including Electronic Health Records, insurance claims data, or patient histories

OR with bioinformatics pipeline development and genetic file @types such as VCF, BAM, FASTQ

Good code documentation practices and experience with workflow management packages.

Cloud programming experience, in particular under the AWS Sagemaker ecosystem.

Physical Demands

Will work at a computer most of the time, with some time spent collaborating with subject matter experts and business group leaders either in person or through remote conferencing.

Visual acuity and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail.

Must possess ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.

Training

All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.

Other

Job may require after-hours response to emergency issues.

This position may require periodic travel and some evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

Conditions of Employment: Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check ( applicable for certain positions) and reference verification.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Caris Life Sciences is a leading innovator in molecular science and artificial intelligence focused on fulfilling the promise of precision medicine through quality and innovation.

Caris is committed to quality and excellence at our state-of-the-art laboratories. Learn more about our tissue lab and the advanced technologies that are helping improve the lives of cancer patients.

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