Associate - Data Science

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries. 

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable.  Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

Job Summary
We are looking for a Lead Data Scientist to manage the strategic delivery of advanced data analytics products, overseeing their development, validation, and maintenance. Your role entails leading a team of data scientists, driving their productivity, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. By analysing large datasets, optimizing ML frameworks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure the alignment of data science solutions with organizational objectives while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities
• You will be responsible for delivery of strategic roadmap and plan for advanced data analytics products. This includes developing, validating and maintaining the products.
• You will be responsible for leading the team of data scientists, focusing them on tasks, and driving their productivity and performance.
• You will analyse large volumes of data to identify new patterns using data mining and AI and train and validate models.
• You will be responsible for driving improvement across all governance and performance metrics for the assigned products/projects.
• You will be responsible for developing a cohesive team and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. You will identify training and development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.
• You will be responsible for collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and identify data science driven solutions.
• Your role includes optimizing existing ML (Machine Learning) frameworks, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of advancements in the field, and tackling challenges with creative analytical solutions.
• You will be responsible for maintaining documentation throughout and beyond the development process including algorithms and technologies related documentation for future reference.
• You will be responsible for maintaining coding and development standards and following procedures to ensure high-quality algorithms and models.
• You will be responsible for ensuring adherence to data governance policies and regulatory requirements surrounding data in the pharmaceutical industry during development and deployment of data analytics products.
• You will be expected to act as a liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure alignment of data analytics solutions with organizational goals.

Educational qualification: A Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or related field

Minimum work experience: 3 to 6 years of experience

Skills & attributes:
Technical Skills
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and programming languages such as Python, R, SQL, and TensorFlow.
• Experience with advanced analytics techniques including machine learning, deep learning, optimization, and simulation.
• Knowledge of data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Matplotlib.
• Familiarity with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or Kafka.
• Strong knowledge base in Statistics and Mathematics.
• Ability to clearly communicate analytics concepts and implications to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to translate analytics insights into actionable business recommendations.
• Critical thinking ability for applying business understanding to develop data-driven solutions and drive business improvement.

Behavioural skills
• Leadership and coaching skills to empower team members and foster their performance and professional growth.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to make informed decisions under uncertainty and pressure, considering various factors and stakeholders' perspectives.
• Effective organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks, allocate resources, and meet deadlines.
• Analytical mind-set and creative problem-solving skills to address complex challenges and drive innovative solutions.

About the Department
Digital Process and Excellence (DPEx)
Our digital transformation journey is led by the DPEx team and is structured along the lines of Digitalize the Core and Transform with Digital.
With a mandate to ensure continuous process improvement and drive patient centric innovation, it spans all functions and operations. In other words, you could be working on projects to expedite research outcomes one day, designing customer engagement platforms the next and simplifying warehouse processes the third.
Some its priorities are:
• Reimagine Dr. Reddy’s as a ‘platform-based’ organization.
• Create Data as an asset that brings competitive advantage and business impact.
• Create Digital solutions that make the lives of our patients and customers easier and better.

Benefits Offered
At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.
The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.

Our Work Culture
Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.
For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/