Remote Research Data Scientist Jobs

Remote Research Data Scientist jobs are open across the U.S. in technology, healthcare, finance, and academic research, at remote-first companies and distributed teams ranging from early-career positions to principal researcher roles. Employers hiring remotely right now include Tempus, Swayable, and Lyra Health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Open roles5
Top employerTempus
Top credentialMaster's degree
Companies hiring4

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Lyra Health
Sr. Data Scientist - AI Research
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Lyra Health
Added 3d ago
Sr. Data Scientist - AI Research
Lyra Health
Remote
Backend Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Software Engineering
$128k - $197k/yr
Remote (US)
Master of Science
501-1,000

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University of Tennessee
Data Scientist: Social Work Office of Research & Public Service - UTK
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University of Tennessee
Added 6d ago
Data Scientist: Social Work Office of Research & Public Service - UTK
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, Tennessee
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$75k - $80k/yr
Remote (US)
Doctoral degree in statistics
10,000+

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Tempus
Data Scientist II, Outcomes Research
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Tempus
Added 2mo ago
Data Scientist II, Outcomes Research
Tempus
Chicago, Illinois
Backend Engineering
Cloud Engineering
Software Engineering
$90k - $150k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's degree in epidemiology

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Tempus
Sr. Data Scientist, Translational Research
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Tempus
Added 3mo ago
Sr. Data Scientist, Translational Research
Tempus
Chicago, Illinois
Data Science
Data Science & Analytics
ML (Machine Learning)
$100k - $175k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's degree

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Swayable
Research Data Scientist
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Swayable
Added 4mo ago
Research Data Scientist
Swayable
Remote
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Data Science
Research & Academia
$125k - $165k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in statistics
11-50

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Remote Research Data Scientist Job Market

Who's Hiring

Tempus
Tempus2 open roles
Swayable
Swayable1 open role
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Lyra Health1 open role

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote research data scientist jobs.

  • PhD or Master's degree in statistics, computer science, machine learning, or a related quantitative field
  • Proficiency in Python and experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
  • Strong background in statistical modeling, experimental design, and causal inference
  • Experience publishing or presenting research findings internally or at academic conferences
  • Familiarity with large-scale data processing tools such as Spark or distributed computing environments
  • Ability to translate ambiguous research questions into structured, testable hypotheses

Tips for Your Remote Research Data Scientist Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote research data scientist openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your skills and apply directly without sorting through listings mixed with on-site work.

Build a public portfolio of research work

Remote employers can't observe how you work, so they rely on what you've shipped. Publish documented notebooks, reproducible analyses, or research write-ups that show your methodology, not just your conclusions, so hiring managers can evaluate your process before the first screen.

Prove async communication in your application

Remote research teams move through written channels, not hallway conversations. Write your cover letter and any take-home materials with the same clarity you'd bring to an internal research memo, because distributed teams hire researchers who can explain complex findings in writing without back-and-forth.

Highlight distributed tooling in your resume

Call out the specific tools that matter for remote research work: version-controlled experiment tracking, collaborative notebooks, cloud compute environments, and async documentation practices. Remote hiring managers scan for evidence you already work the way their team does.

Remote Research Data Scientist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote research data scientist job?

Target companies that run distributed research teams, including remote-first tech firms, biotech companies with no central lab mandate, and data-heavy SaaS businesses. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear async written communication, and the ability to frame research questions independently. Candidates who show reproducible work, documented methodology, and experience presenting findings to non-technical stakeholders in writing consistently stand out.

Which companies hire remote research data scientists?

Remote research data scientist roles are posted by Tempus, Swayable, and Lyra Health and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring tends to concentrate at remote-first technology companies, distributed healthcare and life sciences organizations, and fintech firms where research work happens entirely in cloud-based environments.

Can you get a remote research data scientist job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level research data scientist roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without in-person mentorship. Smaller remote-first startups and research-oriented nonprofits are more open to candidates without a full professional history. A portfolio of self-directed projects, public notebooks, or contributed research code can substitute effectively for direct work experience.

Do you need a degree for remote research data scientist jobs?

Usually, but the field is moving. Most remote research data scientist postings still prefer a graduate degree in statistics, computer science, or a related quantitative field, particularly for roles involving original research design. Remote employers weigh demonstrated research output, published or public work, and measurable modeling results heavily alongside formal credentials, so a strong portfolio can offset a non-traditional educational background.

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