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As of Jun 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for data scientist research associate in the United States is $68,039.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,000.00 and $59,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Data Scientist Research Associate, you need a solid background in statistics, machine learning, and data analysis, generally supported by a degree in computer science, statistics, or a related field. Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or R, experience with data visualization tools, and knowledge of platforms like SQL and TensorFlow are typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you excel in collaborative research environments. These skills and qualities are crucial for generating actionable insights from data and advancing research objectives.

What is a Data Scientist Research Associate?

A Data Scientist Research Associate is a professional who applies statistical analysis, machine learning, and data management techniques to conduct research and extract insights from complex datasets. They often work in academic, government, or industry research settings, supporting projects by designing experiments, analyzing large volumes of data, and interpreting results. Their work helps inform decision-making, advance scientific knowledge, and develop new data-driven solutions. Typically, they collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and may contribute to publishing research findings.

What are some typical challenges faced by Data Scientist Research Associates when working on interdisciplinary projects?

Data Scientist Research Associates often collaborate with experts from fields such as engineering, biology, or social sciences. A common challenge is bridging the communication gap between disciplines, as each may have its own jargon and methodologies. Additionally, integrating and preprocessing diverse datasets can be complex due to varying data formats and quality. Overcoming these challenges requires strong communication skills, adaptability, and a willingness to learn about domain-specific concepts to ensure productive teamwork and successful project outcomes.
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Principal Data Scientist, R&D Oncology

Johnson & Johnson

Titusville, NJ • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Johnson & Johnson rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 108 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 73 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Data Analytics & Computational Sciences

Job Sub Function:

Data Science

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, San Diego, California, United States of America, Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America, Titusville, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is recruiting for a Principal Data Scientist, R&D Oncology to join our Data Science and Digital Health team (DSDH). This position will be located at one of our offices in either Spring House PA (preferred), Cambridge MA, or San Diego CA (La Jolla area). Consideration may be given for our Titusville and Raritan, NJ locations.

ThePrincipal Data Scientist, R&D Oncology will support how we advance data capture, build and optimize data workflows and store data by designing and implementing engineering requirements. This role will focus on applications in Oncology R&D and support data projects from across the business including Clinical, Pre-Clinical, RWD and 'omics platforms. This role will be a leading technical contributor and creative problem solver with developing AI-ready data and other routinely used data applications for Oncology R&D.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop and maintain data pipelines for acquiring, managing and storing Oncology R&D data from diverse sources (e.g. biomarker labs, real-world data sources, pre-clinical applications)
  • Work closely with Data Science and Oncology R&D partnersto understand,documentand prioritize business requirements. Translate these business needs in to high quality data products.
  • Work closely with other technical leaders, such as Ontology and Knowledge graph Engineers to design and deliver future-proof, AI-ready data systems aligned with Oncology R&D business needs.
  • Develop Oncology R&D-specific data repositories by implementing standard enterprise-level data models and create new data models as needed. Leverage cloud-based technology platform to accomplish goals, such as building and maintaining data repositories using AWS S3.
  • Create and optimize data flows for structured and unstructured data using technologies such as Python, R, SQL, AWS services and other relevant tools.
  • Implement quality and performance standards and measure KPIs to determine accuracy and consistency
  • Leverage and implement data versioning and lineage tracking to support data traceability, compliance, maintaining documentation for data architectures and workflows.
  • In adherence to internal standards, implement software development best practices such as Code Versioning, DevOps.

Required Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree (Master's or equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Life Sciences, or other relevant field is strongly preferred. (Bachelor's Degree with experience equivalency may be considered.)
  • 3+ years of experience in data engineering, including data modeling and database design, preferably in the healthcare industry
  • Proficiency in data engineering tools such as Python, R and SQL for data processing as well as cloud architecture (e.g. AWS services, Redshift, FSx, Glue, Lambda.
  • Experience with unstructured database technologies (e.g. NoSQL) as well as other database types (e.g. Graph).
  • Strong skills in analysis, problem-solving, organizational change, project delivery, and managing external vendors.
  • Proven record leading improvement initiatives with multi-disciplinary and remote partners.
  • Demonstrated stakeholder management capabilities- including requirements gathering, business analysis and planning. Must have the capacity to translate discussions into user requirements and project plans.
  • Ability to manage a numerous projects simultaneously, prioritize work, exhibit organizational skills and flexibility to deliver maximum business value.
  • Willingness to conduct periodic travel (<15% of time) to conferences and internal meetings.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with healthcare data standards (e.g. CDISC, HL7, FHIR, SNOMED CT, OMOP, DICOM).
  • Exposure to high dimensional data technologies and handling, including imaging.
  • Familiarity with machine learning operations (MLOps) and model deployment.

This position will be located at one of our offices in either Spring House PA (preferred), Cambridge MA, or San Diego CA (La Jolla area). Consideration may be given for our Titusville and Raritan, NJ locations. (No remote option.)

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers , internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $117,000 to $201,250. The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation's performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company's discretion on an individual basis. Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation - up to 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays - up to 13 days per calendar year of Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

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Advanced Analytics, Coaching, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Privacy Standards, Data Quality, Data Reporting, Data Savvy, Data Science, Data Visualization, Digital Fluency, Econometric Models, Organizing, Process Improvements, Strategic Thinking, Technical Credibility, Workflow Analysis

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