Clinical Data Scientist Jobs

Clinical Data Scientist jobs are open across pharma, biotech, medical devices, and health systems, from entry-level analyst to principal and director, with specializations in clinical trials, real-world evidence, and regulatory submissions. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles11
Top stateIllinois
Top employerXenon7
Top cityChicago, IL
Work type57% Hybrid
Top credentialDoctoral degree in statistics

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Lead Data Scientist, Causal Inference & Clinical Outcomes Contractor (Remote)
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Lead Data Scientist, Causal Inference & Clinical Outcomes Contractor (Remote)
Phamily
Remote
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project Management
Remote (US)

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Lead Data Scientist, Causal Inference & Clinical Outcomes Contractor (Bolingbrook, IL)
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Lead Data Scientist, Causal Inference & Clinical Outcomes Contractor (Bolingbrook, IL)
Phamily
Bolingbrook, Illinois
Consulting & Professional Services
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid

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Senior Clinical Data Scientist with advanced analytics experience
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Senior Clinical Data Scientist with advanced analytics experience
innoVet Health, LLC
Remote
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
Remote (US)
Master's degree

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Data Scientist, Clinical Outcomes
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Data Scientist, Clinical Outcomes
Midi Health
San Francisco, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Project Management
$144k - $172k/yr
Master's degree
501-1,000

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Clinical Data Scientist
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Clinical Data Scientist
Xenon7
Chicago, Illinois
Data Analytics
Data Science
Hybrid
Doctoral degree in statistics

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Clinical Data Scientist Job Market

Who's Hiring

Xenon73 open roles
Phamily2 open roles
Latica1 open role

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical data scientist jobs.

  • Advanced degree in biostatistics, data science, epidemiology, or a related quantitative field
  • Proficiency in SAS, R, or Python for statistical analysis and data manipulation
  • Experience with CDISC standards including SDTM and ADaM dataset structures
  • Familiarity with clinical trial design, protocols, and regulatory submission requirements
  • Ability to collaborate with biostatisticians, clinical operations, and regulatory affairs teams
  • Experience using electronic data capture systems and clinical data management platforms

Tips for Your Clinical Data Scientist Job Search

Tailor your resume to trial phases

Hiring managers in clinical settings scan for phase experience, so list Phase I, II, or III work explicitly. Vague claims like 'clinical experience' get passed over when reviewers are matching candidates to a specific trial stage.

Highlight statistical software by context

Don't just list SAS, R, or Python. Name the actual task: survival analysis in R, mixed-effects models in SAS, or ETL pipelines in Python. Reviewers parsing dozens of resumes respond to specificity over software name-dropping.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists clinical data scientist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that name your therapeutic area

Oncology, rare disease, and cardiovascular teams often want domain-specific data scientists, not generalists. Filter for openings that name your therapeutic area and position yourself as already fluent in that disease landscape.

Prepare a programming exercise before interviews

Many clinical data scientist interviews include a live or take-home coding task, often involving data cleaning, CDISC SDTM mapping, or exploratory analysis. Refresh your workflow on messy clinical datasets before any first-round technical screen.

Negotiate scope, not just title

When you receive an offer, ask which trial programs or data domains you'd own from day one. Titles vary wildly across companies, so the actual scope of responsibility matters more than the grade level for long-term career growth.

Clinical Data Scientist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most clinical data scientists?

Xenon7, Phamily, and Latica are hiring the most clinical data scientists right now, with openings concentrated in Illinois, Ohio, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is highest at large pharmaceutical companies and contract research organizations running active late-phase trials.

How many clinical data scientist jobs are remote?

About 100% of clinical data scientist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the data-centric nature of the role. Positions focused on real-world evidence, statistical programming, and data standards tend to offer the most location flexibility, while roles tied to on-site clinical operations are more likely to require in-person presence.

How do you become a clinical data scientist?

Start with a graduate degree in biostatistics, epidemiology, data science, or a closely related quantitative field. Build hands-on experience with clinical datasets, CDISC standards, and at least one major statistical programming language. Seek internships or entry-level roles at contract research organizations or health systems to gain trial exposure, then move toward more complex analytical responsibilities as you develop domain expertise.

How do you get hired as a clinical data scientist with little experience?

Focus on roles labeled associate or junior clinical data scientist, which are designed for candidates earlier in their careers. Demonstrate academic project work involving real clinical or health datasets, even if not from a commercial trial. Certifications in SAS programming or clinical data management add credibility. Applying to contract research organizations is often a faster path in than applying directly to large pharma companies.

What does the clinical data scientist interview process look like?

Most processes start with a recruiter screen, followed by a technical interview covering statistical methods, data wrangling, and your familiarity with CDISC standards. A take-home or live coding exercise involving clinical data is common at mid-stage. Final rounds typically include a panel with biostatisticians, clinical operations leads, or a hiring manager who evaluates your ability to communicate analytical findings to non-technical stakeholders.

Where can I find and apply to clinical data scientist jobs?

You can find and apply to clinical data scientist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, therapeutic area, and preferred work arrangement, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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