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Director, Data Science

East Hanover, NJ · On-site +1

$194K - $312K/yr

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The Director, Data Science will lead efforts across personalization, recommendation systems, and GenAI chatbot tools, delivering scalable intelligence that drives hyper-personalized experiences and ...

Data Science sits at the heart of how we delight customers, optimize operations, and grow our advertising business -- and we're looking for a leader to push all three forward. As Director of Data ...

Director, Data Science

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$156K - $312K/yr

AsDirector, Data Science, you will lead and develop a team that enables Walmart Marketplace. This role is focused ontechnical and thought leadership, people developmentandoperational process ...

You will be responsible for data science projects across the healthcare domains of clinical & operations, supply chain, pharmacy, and healthcare strategy.You will work with executive mentor(s) and ...

Data Science Manager Unilever is one of the world's leading suppliers of Food, Home, and Personal Care products, operating in over 190 countries and reaching more than 2 billion consumers every day.

Data Science Tutor

Bridgeport, CT · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Data Science tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the ...

Data Science Tutor

NM · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

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Data Science Tutor

Houston, TX · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

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Data Science Tutor

Chandler, AZ · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

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Data Science Tutor

Milwaukee, WI · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Data Science tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the ...

Data Science Tutor

Bloomington, IN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Data Science tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the ...

Data Science Tutor

Carrollton, GA · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Data Science tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the ...

Data Science Tutor

Leesburg, VA · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Data Science tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the ...

Data Science Tutor

Cedar City, UT · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Data Science tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the ...

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Data Science tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the ...

Data Science Tutor

Gilbert, AZ · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Data Science tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for data science in the United States is $122,738.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,500.00 and $136,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is a data scientist in high demand?

Yes, data scientists are in high demand across many industries due to the increasing reliance on data-driven decision making. The role requires skills in programming, statistics, and machine learning, and job growth is expected to continue as organizations expand their data capabilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a data scientist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Data Scientist, you need a strong background in statistics, programming (often Python or R), and data analysis, usually supported by a degree in a quantitative field. Familiarity with machine learning libraries (like scikit-learn or TensorFlow), big data tools (such as Hadoop or Spark), and data visualization platforms is typically required. Critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication are vital soft skills for translating complex data insights into actionable business strategies. These skills and qualities are essential for extracting value from data, driving informed decisions, and effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

What are some common challenges faced by data scientists when working with real-world datasets?

Data scientists often encounter challenges such as missing or inconsistent data, unstructured formats, and noisy information in real-world datasets. Cleaning and preprocessing data to ensure its quality can be time-consuming but is critical for building accurate models. Additionally, data scientists may work closely with domain experts and other team members to better understand the data's context and ensure their analyses align with business objectives. Overcoming these challenges requires strong problem-solving skills and effective collaboration within cross-functional teams.

What is data science?

Data science is an interdisciplinary field that uses scientific methods, algorithms, and systems to extract insights and knowledge from structured and unstructured data. It combines skills from statistics, computer science, and domain expertise to analyze and interpret complex data sets. Data scientists work with large amounts of data to identify patterns, make predictions, and help organizations make data-driven decisions.

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Data Science and Data Analyst roles often overlap but differ mainly in scope. Data Scientists focus on building predictive models and advanced analytics, requiring programming and machine learning skills. Data Analysts primarily handle data cleaning, reporting, and visualization. Both roles are essential in data-driven industries, but Data Science is more technical and research-oriented, while Data Analysis emphasizes interpreting data for business insights.

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As a Data Scientist, you are qualified to work in such diverse fields as research and development, politics, advertising and marketing, technology, healthcare, government, and higher education as well as multiple others. In general, your duties and responsibilities will be to compile and analyze relevant statistics and turn those numbers into algorithms that reveal insights that can be used by other researchers in their areas of study. Data Science can reveal things like consumer buying habits or the likelihood of success for a course of action. Other duties might vary, depending on your unique field of specialty. Related areas in which a Data Scientist might wish to focus include work as a Data Analyst, Machine Learning Engineer, and Project Manager.
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Director, Data Science

Novartis

East Hanover, NJ • On-site, Remote

$194K - $312K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago


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7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

64th of 86 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

Job Description Summary

This position will be located at the East Hanover, NJ location and will not have the ability to be located remotely.
This is 1 of 2 roles.


Job Description

The Insights and Decision Science (IDS) team is dedicated to enabling improved decision making at Novartis by leveraging superior data to identify actionable insights that drive enhanced performance. We collaborate closely with the US business, bringing insights and challenging ideas to empower smarter, data-driven decision-making. Reporting into the ED, AI and Innovation Data Science, this role is crucial in leading the development and deployment of advanced AI solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive strategic growth across the organization.

This position plays a vital role in integrating AI-driven solutions across various platforms, fostering collaboration between the US commercial team and the India-based data science team. By championing the exploration of cutting-edge AI technologies, the Director ensures that our strategies are informed by the latest advancements in generative AI and large language models (LLMs). This role will collaborate with other members of the IDS AI and Innovation team members to create, pilot, and scale AI tools to support broader goals of the IDS strategy to transform business processes and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development and deployment of scalable AI solutions, focusing on advanced AI applications across various business units.
  • Be prepared to engage in hands-on work when necessary to support the team and further our data science initiatives.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI-driven solutions across various platforms and services.

  • Drive innovation by staying current with advancements in AI, particularly in generative models and LLM technologies.

  • Champion the exploration and integration of cutting-edge AI technologies, particularly in the field generative AI.

  • Act as a key liaison between the US commercial team and the India-based data science team.

  • Stay abreast of state-of-the-art foundation models and other innovative trends in data science and leverage these insights to inform our strategies.

  • Bring a "can-do" attitude and teamwork and inspire others on culture change.

  • Acts as an AI role model, championing a culture that embraces cutting-edge AI technologies and encourages experimentation and adoption of best practices

Experience:

Novartis is seeking an individual with proven experience working with machine learning models. They should have a strong ability to support cross-team development of AI programs. A firm commitment to driving continuous improvement in AI solutions, informed by current innovations, is vital to this role.

Essential Requirements:

  • Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, or related field
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in data science, with 6 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industryis preferred.

  • Build and deploy scalable machine learning models using cloud-based services such as AWS and Azure

  • Strong understanding of deep learning algorithms, foundational/ LLM models, statistics, and recommendation system

  • Deep knowledge of Large Language Models (LLMs) such as GPT, BERT, Cohere, and their applications in real-world scenarios.

  • Ability to operate in a hands-on capacity when necessary.

  • Proficient in programming languages such as Python, Spark, TensorFlow, and PyTorch

  • Experience with digital channel selection for "next best action"

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to identify creative solutions to complex problems

  • Strong ability to effectively communicate and work across different time zones

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between: $194,600.00 and $312,400.00 a year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.


EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.


Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to us.reasonableaccommodations@novartis.com or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.


Salary Range

$194,600.00 - $361,400.00


Skills Desired

Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Aws (Amazon Web Services), Big Data, Building Construction, Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Data Governance, Data Literacy, Data Management, Data Quality, Data Science, Data Strategy, Electrical Transformer, Machine Learning (ML), Master Data Management, Professional Services, Python (Programming Language), R (Programming Language), Random Forest Algorithm, Statistical Analysis, Time Series Analysis

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