Data Scientist / Data Scientistess

ELAN Personal AG - March 1, 2026

Data Scientist

Roche Switzerland bridges the gap between pharmaceuticals and diagnostics. Important research and development functions are located here. For our long-term client, F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG in Basel, we are looking for a skilled and proactive Temporary R&D Data Scientist to join the innovative team and provide crucial support during a maternity leave.

Background:

The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining and leveraging the unique data integration platform, supporting ongoing AI model development, and ensuring the seamless continuation of our R&D data workflows. This is a hands-on role for a data scientist who can quickly get up to speed on complex projects and contribute to the team's success from day one.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

  • Maintain Data Integration Tools: Manage and troubleshoot our existing data integration pipelines that feed our AI models, ensuring data quality and availability.
  • Support AI Development: Collaborate with the R&D team to assist in the ongoing training, validation, and optimization of machine learning and AI models.
  • Data Analysis & Reporting: Perform data analysis to extract insights, support research questions, and provide clear reports to the team.
  • Troubleshoot & Problem-Solve: Address technical challenges related to data access, software limitations, and model performance.
  • Ensure Project Continuity: Work closely with the existing team to ensure all project timelines and deliverables are met during the contract period.
  • Documentation: Maintain clear and concise documentation of processes and any modifications made to existing systems.

Must Haves:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
  • 3-5+ years of hands-on experience in a data science or data analytics role.
  • Strong proficiency in Python and its scientific computing libraries (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn).
  • Experience with SQL and working with relational databases.
  • Familiarity with the principles of ETL and experience with data pipeline management.
  • A foundational understanding of machine learning concepts and models.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with a technical team.
  • Familiarity with FAIR data principles.
  • Experience with image analysis techniques.

What You Will Be Offered:

  • An opportunity to work in one of the world's most important pharmaceutical companies.
  • Modern campus with plenty of green spaces and meeting areas.
  • Central location in Basel.
  • Varied job profile.
  • Further training opportunities through temptraining.
  • Working in a dynamic and motivated team.

If you are interested, please apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Location : Basel
Country : Switzerland

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