We are seeking a **Senior Data Scientist** to join our team and play a pivotal role in the advancement of biomarker discovery and translational research.
**Responsibilities**
- Enhance and maintain computational pipelines using Python, Nextflow, and SQL databases
- Deliver scientific results in formats tailored for intuitive comprehension
- Collaborate with biologists, bioinformaticians, statisticians, and engineers to tailor computational methods to clinical and biological requirements
- Effectively communicate methodologies and outcomes to a diverse audience
- Use AI and prompt engineering to further biomarker discovery efforts
- Implement adaptable AI solutions for computational problems
- Ensure computational and statistical approaches are sound, reproducible, and uphold scientific rigor
- Continuously expand knowledge to stay at the forefront of computational biology, AI, and translational research
**Requirements**:
- Bachelor’s and advanced degree (MSc or PhD) in bioinformatics, computational biology, statistics, or a related discipline with a solid academic background
- 3+ years of problem-solving experience in bioinformatics and data science specific to biomarker development
- An established background in clinical trial data analysis
- Proficiency in statistical methods and machine learning techniques, including survival analysis, Random Forest, and Gradient Boosting
- Skills in Python and SQL are mandatory, with some familiarity with Nextflow
- Demonstrated ability to develop automated data analysis workflows
- Strong competencies in data integration and data wrangling
- Fluent English communication skills at a B2+ level
**Nice to have**
- Proven ability to innovate using AI technologies
- Capacity to lead multidisciplinary project teams




- Experience with Amazon Web Services
**We offer**
- Career plan and real growth opportunities
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
- International Mobility Plan within 25 countries
- Constant training, mentoring, online corporate courses, eLearning and more
- English classes with a certified teacher
- Support for employee’s initiatives (Algorithms club, toastmasters, agile club and more)
- Enjoyable working environment (Gaming room, napping area, amenities, events, sport teams and more)
- Flexible work schedule and dress code
- Collaborate in a multicultural environment and share best practices from around the globe
- Hired directly by EPAM & 100% under payroll
- Law benefits (IMSS, INFONAVIT, 25% vacation bonus)
- Major medical expenses insurance: Life, Major medical expenses with dental & visual coverage (for the employee and direct family members)
- 13 % employee savings fund, capped to the law limit
- Grocery coupons
- 30 days December bonus
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 12 vacations days plus 4 floating days
- Official Mexican holidays, plus 5 extra holidays (Maundry Thursday and Friday, November 2nd, December 24th & 31st)
- Monthly non-taxable amount for the electricity and internet bills
EPAM is a leading general provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

📌 Senior Data Scientist (México)
🏢 Epam Systems
📍 México