Data Scientist

  • Instem PLC
  • Conshohocken, Pennsylvania
  • Full Time

Research Data Scientist

Location: Hybrid/Remote: The successful candidate can work on a Hybrid/Remote basis, reporting into one of our offices located in Pennsylvania or North Carolina.

Status: Permanent, Full Time

Package: Competitive Salary, Remote/Home Working (with one-off allowance), Flexible Working, (2 Days in the office for our Hybrid workers) Development & Opportunity (Personal & Technical), Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Long Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance, Generous 401K (matching) Plan, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, 15 Days' Vacation + Plus Public Holidays + Buy and Sell Scheme.

Who's Instem?

Well, we're a global provider of bespoke industry-leading software solutions and services, which facilitate the pre-clinical, and clinical phases of the drug discovery process. We have over fifteen products in our portfolio, used by over 700 pharmaceutical clients (including all the top 20!)

What's the culture/environment like? For a global business of over 300 staff, we very much have a family feel. You'll be part of a friendly, communal, solution based, flexible environment, where you'll feel empowered, valued and accountable. We'll invest in you as a person and encourage you to take part in companywide workshops for wellbeing, mental health, critical conversations, and strengths.

Why are we hiring a Research Data Scientist?

As our products continue to grow and evolve, we are hiring a Research Data Scientist!

The research data scientist is responsible for conducting research and development activities associated with new and expanded solutions and applications of the In Silico & Data Insights product suite, with a focus on Leadscope but interactions with other products as needed.

This includes the management of, or collaboration in, working groups addressing scientific issues related to the acceptance and implementation of in silico solutions, including regulatory solutions.

What are you responsible for?

  • Develop computational models for the prediction of toxicological endpoints
  • Lead or participate in research collaborations to address In Silico & Data Insights topics
  • Publish and present research, manage publication process
  • Contribute to production of documentation of development activities as required by Instem's SDLC
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the development of in silico modelling and data-driven insights products for the product suite
  • Provide consultative support for professional services deployment, if needed
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of data science methodologies and best practices
  • Support sales and marketing with technical pre-sales and the development of marketing material
  • Adherence to the Company's Quality Management System to ensure that all work is handled Securely, Professionally and Diligently.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

  • Ph.D. in toxicology, computational toxicology, bioinformatics or related discipline
  • Knowledge of chemical mechanisms of action and toxicological pathways (including SARs, and AOPs)
  • Experience in solving analytical problems using quantitative approaches.
  • Experience manipulating and analyzing data from different sources.
  • Experience in theoretical and empirical research and answering questions with research.
  • Experience in Python, Rust, SQL, and Java for data analysis and software development.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Job ID: 485252413
Originally Posted on: 7/15/2025

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