Sr Data Science Consultant

IQVIA
Location
São Paulo, Brazil
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
October 31, 2026

Job Description

The Team

Our Data Science / ML team is a global group working at the center of IQVIA's advances in machine learning and applied statistical methods for real-world evidence. Our work spans disease detection, patient outcome prediction, retrospective clinical studies, and patient subgroups discovery.

We are looking for a creative, intellectually curious Data Scientist / AIML Engineer to join our Healthcare Data Science team. This role supports both ML delivery and analytics delivery: you will develop ML solutions on large-scale medical data for disease detection and patient outcome prediction and translate client requirements for patient identification and HCP targeting into production analytics deliverables.

A core part of the work is proving out new methodology and capabilities on live client delivery, then partnering with engineering and product to productionize and scale what works. You will also contribute to AI/ML enablement proofs of concept that enhance existing offerings or shape new ones for our healthcare and pharma clients.

Must-have requirements

  • 4-8 years of relevant experience in Data Science / Machine Learning
  • Experience in Healthcare, Pharma, or Life Sciences
  • Experience developing machine learning algorithms and predictive models
  • Strong knowledge of statistics and supervised ML methods (e.g., regression, XGBoost, SVM)
  • Strong Python skills (including OOP) for ML and ETL pipelines
  • Experience with large healthcare datasets (Claims, EMR, consumer data)
  • Experience with Git and software development best practices
  • Experience mentoring junior team members
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate in cross-functional teams

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this position located and what is the work setup?
The job is located in São Paulo, Brazil. The posting does not specify a remote, hybrid, or on-site work policy.
What qualifications and experience are required for this role?
Candidates need 4–8 years of Data Science/ML experience in Healthcare, Pharma, or Life Sciences. Requirements include developing predictive models, strong statistics and supervised ML knowledge, strong Python (OOP) skills for ML/ETL, experience with large healthcare datasets (Claims, EMR), Git best practices, stakeholder management, and experience mentoring junior team members.
What are the primary responsibilities of a Sr Data Science Consultant?
You will develop ML solutions on large-scale medical data for disease detection and patient outcome prediction, translate client requirements into production analytics, prove out new methodology on live client projects, collaborate with engineering to scale solutions, and contribute to AI/ML proofs of concept.
What team will I be joining and what does it do?
You will join IQVIA's global Data Science / ML team (specifically the Healthcare Data Science team). The team works on machine learning and applied statistical methods for real-world evidence, including disease detection, patient outcome prediction, retrospective clinical studies, and discovering patient subgroups.

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