Data Scientist (Open Level)
Join Formation Bio as a Data Scientist to lead AI-driven drug development initiatives and collaborate across teams.
Posted by employer 2 days ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 day ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Lead and execute complex data science projects
- Develop models for therapeutic hypothesis evaluation
- Design AI models for clinical trial evaluations
- Aid in the development of AI agents for biomedical workflows
- Present analytical findings to senior stakeholders
Must have
- PhD in computational sciences or life sciences
- 3-5+ years of post-academic experience in life sciences
- Strong programming skills in Python
- Experience in multi-modal bioinformatics analysis
Nice to have
- Expertise in cloud computing environments
- Background in machine learning and deep learning
- Experience with large language models
- Ability to collaborate with engineering teams
Practical constraints
- Hybrid model requiring 3 days per week in office
AI in the day-to-day
You'll leverage cutting-edge AI technologies to optimize drug development and clinical trials.
Requirements
- Experience
- 3–5 years
- Education
- PhD
Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In the role of Data Scientist at Formation Bio, the individual will lead data-driven projects that enhance drug development, focusing on patient selection and clinical trial optimization through advanced analytics. Key skills include proficiency in Python, experience with bioinformatics, and a strong background in machine learning, particularly in biological contexts. This position is suited for candidates with a PhD and several years of relevant experience in biotech or pharma, who can effectively communicate complex findings to senior stakeholders. Formation Bio emphasizes collaboration across teams to leverage AI technologies in transforming pharmaceutical development.
Joblaze insights
- Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze October 23, 2026. Last confirmed on Formation Bio's careers page October 23, 2026.
- Salary band is in line with the typical range for Data Science roles (median ~$177,500).
- Starts above 81% of 27 comparable mid data science roles in United States that list Python we track (median $129,709 across 17 companies). See Python salary trends
- Python appears in 69.5% of 59 comparable mid data science roles in United States; AI/ML appears in 5.1% of 59 comparable mid data science roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Data Scientist (Open Level) role remote?
- It's hybrid — Formation Bio expects some on-site time in Boston, MA, United States.
- What's the salary range?
- Formation Bio lists $161,500–$267,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- 3–5 years of relevant experience for this Data Scientist (Open Level) role.
- Where is the role based?
- Formation Bio is hiring for this position in Boston, MA, United States.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AI/ML, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Python, bioinformatics.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Formation Bio targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Data Scientist (Open Level) role at Formation Bio.
From the original posting
About Formation Bio
About the Position
As a Data Scientist at Formation Bio, you will be at the forefront of revolutionizing drug development through AI and advanced analytics. In this role, you'll lead crucial initiatives that directly impact our drug development portfolio, from developing sophisticated models for patient selection to creating AI-powered solutions for clinical trial optimization. You'll work at the intersection of computational biology, machine learning, and drug development, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate complex biological data into actionable insights. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of pharmaceutical development by leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies while making a meaningful impact on patient lives.
Responsibilities
- Lead and execute complex data science projects that directly advance our drug development portfolio
- Develop and implement sophisticated models for therapeutic hypothesis evaluation, including patient stratification and biomarker identification
- Design and create AI models for modernizing clinical trial evaluations, including surrogate endpoints
- Aid in the development and training of AI agents to automate and optimize biomedical workflows
- Collaborate cross-functionally with clinical, technical, and research teams
- Present complex analytical findings to senior stakeholders, including executive leadership
About You
Required Qualifications
- PhD in computational sciences or life sciences
- 3-5+ years of post-academic experience in life sciences (biotech, pharma, consulting)
- Strong programming skills, particularly in Python
- Extensive experience in multi-modal bioinformatics analysis
Preferred Qualifications
- Proven expertise in cloud computing environments, including proficiency with tabular and/or graph databases
- Strong background in machine learning and deep learning, particularly in biological applications
- Experience with large language models (LLM)
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams on production systems
- Strong communication skills with proven ability to present complex technical findings to senior stakeholders
Total Compensation Range: $161,500 - $267,000
Compensation Individual compensation is determined by several factors, including role scope, geographic location, and skills & experience. Your offer will reflect where you fall within the range based on these considerations. In addition to base salary, we offer equity, comprehensive benefits, and generous perks. If the posted range doesn't match your expectations, we still encourage you to apply!
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