Data Scientist
- Job Title
- Data Scientist
- Job ID
- 27751290
- Location
- San Antonio, TX,
- Other Location
- Description
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The START Center for Cancer Research (“START”) is the world’s largest early phase site network, fully dedicated to oncology clinical research. Throughout our history, START has provided hope to cancer patients in global community practices by offering access to cutting edge trials throughout the US and Europe. Today, with over 1,300 studies completed, and with research facilities in the United States and in Spain, Portugal, and Ireland, START’s mission is to accelerate the development of new anticancer drugs that will improve the quality of life and survival for patients with cancer and lead to its eventual cure. To date, over 43 therapies conducted at START locations have obtained FDA/EMA approval. Incredibly, while Academic Medical Centers (AMCs) conduct 80% of cancer trials, such trials reach only 20% of the patient population – leaving the majority of patients who are treated in community practices and hospitals without access to a clinical trial when their care journey calls for one. START serves the many – by bringing cancer trials to physicians and their patients in community hospitals and practices when hope is needed most.
START represents the world’s largest roster of Principal Investigators (PIs) across its eight clinical trial sites. Committed to accelerating passage from trials to treatments, START delivers hope to patients, families, and physicians around the world. As an example, in San Antonio, where START was founded, START treated the first patient ever with Keytruda – the most effective cancer drug in medical history.
We are hiring a motivated Data Scientist will be responsible for processing and delivering data requested by internal or external users, ensuring accurate and timely fulfillment of data needs, often involving tasks like data extraction, validation, formatting, and delivery through specified channels.
Essential Responsibilities- Data Retrieval & Fulfillment: Manage and process requests for preclinical oncology research data, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery to meet customer needs.
- Data Formatting: Transform data into the required format (e.g., CSV, Excel, JSON) based on the customer request.
- Database Navigation: Access, retrieve, and compile relevant data from internal and external repositories, including preclinical study results, biomarker datasets, and historical experiment records. Integrate multiple disparate data sets into clear and concise integrated reports.
- Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with scientists, bioinformaticians, sales, project managers, and research staff to understand data needs and ensure appropriate data selection and formatting.
- Quality Control: Verify data integrity, consistency, and compliance with internal standards before sharing with authorized requestors.
- Documentation & Tracking: Maintain detailed records of data requests, fulfillment timelines, and responses to ensure transparency and traceability.
- Process Optimization: Identify opportunities to improve data request workflows, enhance automation, and increase efficiency in data retrieval and sharing. Request regular feedback from customers on service delivery and make improvements as needed.
- Compliance & Confidentiality: Ensure all data handling and sharing processes comply with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and confidentiality agreements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Bioinformatics, Data Science, or other relevant scientific field.
- Experience working with preclinical oncology datasets, including in vivo and in vitro study data, pharmacokinetics, and biomarker analyses.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple data requests simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Master’s degree.
- Prior experience in preclinical oncology research, data management, or scientific operations.
- Familiarity with laboratory data management systems (LIMS), oncology databases, and bioinformatics tools.
- Proficiency in Excel, SQL, Python, R, or other data analysis tools.
- Understanding of cancer biology, genetics, genomics, and oncology.
- Experience working in a HIPAA-governed environment and following Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
- Proficiency in additional programming languages.
- No travel required.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by a competitive compensation, depending on experience, and an extensive benefits package including:- Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided
- Robust retirement planning: 401(k) plan available with employer matching
- Financial security: Life and disability insurance for added protection
- Flexible financial options: Health savings and flexible spending accounts offered
- Well-being and work-life balance: Paid time off, flexible schedule, and remote work choices provided
- Plus, we work to maintain the best environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.
More about The START Center for Cancer Research
Deeply rooted in community oncology centers globally, The START Center for Cancer Research provides access to specialized preclinical and early-phase clinical trials of novel anti-cancer agents. START clinical trial sites have conducted more than a thousand early-phase clinical trials, including for 43 therapies that were approved by the FDA. START represents the world’s largest roster of Principal Investigators (PIs) across its eight clinical trial sites. Committed to accelerating passage from trials to treatments, START delivers hope to patients, families, and physicians around the world. Learn more at STARTresearch.com.
Ready to be part of a team changing the future of cancer treatment?
Join us in our mission to conquer cancer, one clinical trial at a time. Your expertise and dedication can help us bring hope and healing to patients worldwide. Please submit your application online.
We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
