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Flagship Pioneering ยท 5 days ago
Head of Data Science
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Director
8+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Lead the assessment and implementation of analytical methods to aid target discovery. This will include human genetics, high-throughput genomics and automated image capture.
Where appropriate, develop and implement new statistical methods to achieve key goals.
Roll out an experimental design and statistical testing framework across functions
Be a strong voice in the development and implementation of our target discovery platform
Assemble and lead a team of skilled scientists to execute this mission, and collaborate across our diverse group of scientific disciplines to develop new ideas
Qualification
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Required
PhD in statistical genetics, computational biology or equivalent field, and 8-10 years of relevant experience in an industry or academic setting.
Strong track record of method development and implementation, innovative and creative question posing and solution. Outstanding quantitative skills and demonstrated statistical intuition.
A strong record of accomplishment in the field, including publications, patents, and presentations.
Direct supervisory experience (5+ years) leading a team of scientists (including PhD-level scientists) and a track record of recruiting, mentoring, and developing top talent.
Outstanding communication, collaboration, networking, and program leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic environment as a team player with a strong work ethic.
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic environment with a sense of urgency and creativity and focus on deliverables.
Team player with a strong work ethic, able to work both independently and collaboratively
Continuously learns and adapts quickly to new information
Authentic, proactively appreciative of different points of view, backgrounds and perspectives
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare (PPO) and dental coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield
Vision coverage through VSP
Family leave
Three weeks' paid time off with additional holidays
401k retirement plan
Disability and life insurance
Commuter benefits
Company
Flagship Pioneering
Flagship Pioneering is a venture capital firm that invests in life sciences and healthcare companies.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (5)
2022 (5)
2021 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Diego Miralles
CEO and Partner
John Lepore
CEO-Partner
Recent News
2024-04-24
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