MSD

Data Scientist

MSD

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Boxmeer • Netherlands

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Tech Stack

Python

About the role

  • Lead end‑to‑end data science and statistical projects to address manufacturing challenges, applying advanced methods (DOE, SPC, regression, GLMs, multivariate analysis, optimization, simulation, predictive modeling, machine learning, etc.).
  • Perform data quality assessments, maintain metadata awareness, and prepare reports for stakeholders and regulatory submissions.
  • Develop reproducible, well‑documented code and data science pipelines.
  • Automate repeatable tasks and integrate data science into operational workflows.
  • Communicate complex statistical and modeling results clearly, to both technical and non-technical audiences, and provide actionable recommendations.
  • Stay current with modern predictive modeling, statistical methods, and machine learning methodologies.
  • Collaborate closely with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Regulatory teams across regions.

Requirements

  • MSc (or higher) in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Economics, or related field with strong statistical and data science emphasis.
  • Minimum 2 years’ hands-on experience in a data science, statistician or biostatistics role, preferably in pharmaceutical or manufacturing environments.
  • Knowledge of DOE, SPC, GLMs, multivariate methods, simulations, predictive modeling, time series, stochastic processes, optimization, and machine learning.
  • Proficiency in R or Python.
  • Strong coding practices, with experience using collaborative tools (e.g., Git).
  • Ability to work with incomplete or imperfect data and interpret results within the manufacturing/business context.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively in a global team.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • 35,5 days of leave
  • Attractive collective health care insurance package with considerable reduction rates
  • Solid Pension Plan
  • Bonus plan subject to the company annual results
  • Flexible working arrangements
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
data sciencestatistical methodspredictive modelingmachine learningDOESPCGLMsmultivariate analysisoptimizationsimulation
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsinterpersonal skillscollaborationindependence