Data Scientist

Piper Companies is seeking a Data Scientist to join a growing healthcare analytics and life sciences consulting organization for a hybrid permanent position based out of Durham, NC. The Data Scientist will support observational research initiatives by transforming complex healthcare data into research-ready datasets, executing statistical analyses, and contributing to the development of reproducible analytical workflows that support evidence generation and healthcare decision-making.

Responsibilities of the Data Scientist include:

· Develop and maintain scalable R-based analytical pipelines that convert healthcare claims and EHR data into research-ready datasets for observational studies.

· Query and manipulate large relational databases using SQL and R-based tools while applying study-specific inclusion, exclusion, and follow-up criteria.

· Execute statistical analyses, perform model diagnostics, and assist with causal inference and comparative effectiveness research projects.

· Generate tables, figures, and research outputs for client-facing reports and scientific deliverables.

· Participate in code reviews, quality control processes, and cross-functional collaboration with statisticians, epidemiologists, and other research stakeholders.

Qualifications for the Data Scientist include:

· Master's degree in Data Science, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Health Economics, Bioinformatics, or a related quantitative discipline; equivalent professional experience considered.

· Strong proficiency with R programming and experience developing clean, reproducible, and well-documented code.

· Experience working with relational databases and writing SQL queries or leveraging database interfaces such as dbplyr.

· Ability to communicate technical findings effectively and collaborate within multidisciplinary scientific teams.

· Experience with healthcare datasets, longitudinal research, real-world evidence, or observational studies is highly preferred.

Compensation for the Data Scientist:

Salary Range: $115,000-$135,000/year (USD)

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, and additional employee benefits.

This job opens for applications on 10/21/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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