Talent.com
Senior Director, Data Science
Senior Director, Data ScienceHarnham • Oakland, CA, US
Senior Director, Data Science

Senior Director, Data Science

Harnham • Oakland, CA, US
21 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Title : Senior Director, Data Science

Location : [Remote / Hybrid / City, State — customize as needed]

Level : Senior Director (open to Director-level candidates with strong qualifications)

Type : Full-time

About the Role

We’re looking for a strategic and technically hands-on Senior Director of Data Science to lead a high-performing team focused on commercial biopharma analytics and cutting-edge AI innovation. This is a unique opportunity to step into a mature function and drive the next phase of growth—shifting from production analytics to AI R&D, including Agentic AI and LLM-based applications.

You’ll lead a talented team of data scientists and analytics engineers, own the technical roadmap, and partner cross-functionally to deliver business-critical insights and intelligent product features.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and develop a team of 5 (data scientists, analytics engineer, analyst)
  • Own the data science roadmap, balancing delivery with long-term innovation
  • Guide the evolution of a robust analytics platform (Airflow, Snowflake, Python)
  • Stay hands-on through model reviews, code oversight, and technical mentorship
  • Partner closely with Product, Marketing, Customer Success, and Solutions Consulting
  • Contribute to R&D efforts in areas like RAG chatbots, embedded ML, and Agentic AI

Key Qualifications

  • 7+ years in data science or analytics (5+ for standout candidates)
  • 3+ years in commercial biopharma analytics (e.g., brand performance, market access)
  • Proven leadership of small technical teams (3+ direct reports)
  • Deep technical fluency in Python (Pandas, PySpark) and SQL
  • Experience with machine learning (classification, regression, NLP, experimentation)
  • Familiarity with Snowflake , Airflow , and ML deployment practices
  • Experience with specialty therapeutics (e.g., oncology, rare disease) is a strong plus
  • Current & Upcoming Initiatives

  • ML models for patient adherence and claim denial prediction
  • Propensity-based recommendation engine (launching this year)
  • Embedded ML features in product UI
  • Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) chatbot for internal data access
  • Agentic AI prototypes in early development
  • External consulting engagements with biopharma brands
  • Why This Role?

  • High-impact leadership role in a mission-driven environment
  • Clear path to drive innovation in healthcare-focused AI
  • Autonomy to shape team culture, technical standards, and future capabilities
  • Exposure to end-to-end product integration and client strategy
  • Interested?

    Apply now to help shape the future of data science in biopharma.

    Create a job alert for this search

    Director Data Science • Oakland, CA, US

    Related jobs
    Senior Director, Data and AI Architecture Leader

    Senior Director, Data and AI Architecture Leader

    Dynavax Technologies • Emeryville, CA, United States
    Full-time
    This position can be 100% remote, but must be located in the United States.Dynavax is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company developing and commercializing novel vaccines to help protect the ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Scientific Director

    Scientific Director

    Stanford University • Stanford, California, United States
    Full-time
    Stanford University is one of the world’s most renowned universities.Sitting in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area among the valley’s most progressive companies. You will be working with an unp...Show more
    Last updated: 26 days ago • Promoted
    Director of Data Science, Ads Delivery & Performance

    Director of Data Science, Ads Delivery & Performance

    Pinterest • San Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we're on a mission to br...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
    Director of GTM Customer Data Strategy

    Director of GTM Customer Data Strategy

    Elastic • Mountain View, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale - unleashing the potential of businesses and people.The Elastic Search AI...Show more
    Last updated: 14 days ago • Promoted
    Sales Director (27682)

    Sales Director (27682)

    Supermicro • San Jose, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Supermicro is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop / Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT / Embedded customers...Show more
    Last updated: 5 days ago • Promoted
    Senior Data Science Manager, Mobile Ads

    Senior Data Science Manager, Mobile Ads

    Hospitable.com • San Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Senior Data Science Manager, Mobile Ads – Remote.In this role, you'll be at the forefront of.Director of Data Science Analytics for Advertising. Lead High-Impact Data Initiatives.Innovate in Adverti...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Senior Director, Data & Analytics

    Senior Director, Data & Analytics

    Common Sense Media • San Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Senior Director, Data & Analytics.Common Sense Media is dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing trustworthy information, education, and an independent voice to help them ...Show more
    Last updated: 7 days ago • Promoted
    Senior Director, Data and Analytics Platforms

    Senior Director, Data and Analytics Platforms

    Exelixis • Alameda, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Senior Director, Data and Analytics Platforms.Exelixis's success and ambition to launch innovative medicines for patients. Operating within a product-centric model, the Senior Director, IT Product M...Show more
    Last updated: 13 days ago • Promoted
    Vice President II, Data & Statistical Sciences

    Vice President II, Data & Statistical Sciences

    Exelixis • Alameda, CA, United States
    Full-time
    The Vice President II, Data & Statistical Sciences will oversee biostatistics, statistical and clinical programming, data management and data science strategies, including system and process implem...Show more
    Last updated: 15 days ago • Promoted
    Director of Artificial Intelligence

    Director of Artificial Intelligence

    Harnham • Hayward, CA, US
    Full-time
    Director of Artificial Intelligence (Higher Education).We are working with a global leader in digital education that’s redefining how knowledge is shared and experienced.They are building nex...Show more
    Last updated: 21 days ago • Promoted
    Assoc Director, Data Scientist

    Assoc Director, Data Scientist

    Gilead Sciences, Inc. • Foster City, CA, United States
    Full-time +1
    At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people.For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapi...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Manager, Data Science

    Manager, Data Science

    GoodRx Inc. • San Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Manager, Data Science page is loaded## Manager, Data Sciencelocations : Remote USAtime type : Full timeposted on : Posted Todayjob requisition id : JR100514 • •GoodRx is the leading prescription ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Director of Development and Operations (4800C), Berkeley Center for Law & Technology - 81120

    Director of Development and Operations (4800C), Berkeley Center for Law & Technology - 81120

    InsideHigherEd • Berkeley, California, United States
    Full-time
    Director of Development and Operations (4800C), Berkeley Center for Law & Technology - 81120.At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feel...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Sales Director (26821)

    Sales Director (26821)

    Supermicro • San Jose, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Supermicro is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop / Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT / Embedded customers...Show more
    Last updated: 5 days ago • Promoted
    Senior Data Science Manager, Core Product

    Senior Data Science Manager, Core Product

    King River Capital Group • San Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Senior Data Science Manager, Core Product.Discord is used by over 200 million people every month for many different reasons, and one thing that nearly everyone does on our platform is.Over 90% of o...Show more
    Last updated: 7 days ago • Promoted
    Senior Director, Data & Analytics

    Senior Director, Data & Analytics

    Common Sense Media, Inc. • San Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    San Francisco - SAN FRANCISCO, CA.Senior Director, Data & Analytics.Common Sense Media is dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, ...Show more
    Last updated: 6 days ago • Promoted
    Associate Director, Data Science (Fully Remote)

    Associate Director, Data Science (Fully Remote)

    Tap Growth ai • Foster City, California, US
    Remote
    Full-time
    We're Hiring : Associate Director, Data Science! 🌟.We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate Director to join our. Research Team within the Data Science Group.The ideal candidate w...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Manager, Data Science

    Manager, Data Science

    GoFundMe • San Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Want to help us help others? We’re hiring!.GoFundMe is the world’s most powerful community for good, dedicated to helping people help each other. By uniting individuals and nonprofits in one place, ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted