We currently have an exciting opportunity for a talented and highly motivated individual to join OXcan’s Research and Development team as a Data Scientist.
Reporting to the Director of Analysis and Data Analytics, the ideal candidate will contribute to the development of OXcan’s research initiatives by applying advanced mathematical, statistical, and computational approaches to analyze complex proteomic and clinical datasets. This role provides an excellent opportunity to work closely with multidisciplinary teams to design robust analytical plans, execute statistical methodologies, and clearly communicate insights that guide scientific and strategic decisions.
Responsibilities
- Overseeing all statistical tasks, including statistical analysis and reporting.
- Design and draft statistical analysis plans.
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of modern statistical methodologies and guidelines, and recommending suitable approaches as needed.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including biologists and regulatory clinicians and consultants, to align on research goals and deliverables.
- Effectively communicate findings and insights through clear presentations, detailed reports, and interactive discussions with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Desired Qualifications
- A post-graduate degree (Master's/PhD) in a subject area with high mathematical content, with two years of working experience, preferably in the biomedical area.
- Strong skills in R programming for statistics, data analysis and visualization.
- Strong understanding of statistical methods applied to biological data analysis.
- Preparation and execution of statistical analysis plans and protocols.
- Performing quality assessments and monitoring of data.
- Familiarity with documenting workflows, maintaining reproducible codebases, and version control.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
Desired Experience
- Background in signal processing, probabilistic modelling and statistical inference.
- Experience handling and analyzing imbalanced datasets.
- Experience working within regulatory requirements.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive, curious mindset toward scientific challenges.
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to careers@oxcan.org and include the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line.
Growth Opportunities and Benefits
This role offers the opportunity to shape the commercial strategy of a high-impact startup working at the forefront of diagnostics. You will work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including experts in proteomics, machine learning, and regulatory affairs, to drive product innovation. Benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, 401(k) and competitive PTO.
The compensation for this role is $80,000–$120,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Oxford Cancer Analytics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Privacy Notice
OXcan Inc. is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who apply for employment or participate in our recruitment processes for job positions located in the State of Colorado. This policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard personal information from job applicants and candidates, including individuals who submit applications, participate in interviews, or complete pre-employment assessments.
When you apply for a role or engage in the interview process, we collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including your name, contact details, resume or CV, cover letter, employment and education history, professional qualifications, work samples, references, and any information shared through your application or communications. We also collect interview feedback, internal evaluation notes, any other assessment or interview data, and assessment results. For virtual interviews or assessments, we may collect limited technical information such as device or platform metadata for security and functionality purposes. OXcan Inc. does not record interviews. Our recruitment process is intended for individuals 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from applicants under 18. We may request optional demographic information (such as gender, ethnicity, or veteran status) for equal employment opportunity and reporting purposes. Providing this information is entirely voluntary and does not influence hiring decisions or affect your application.
We use this information strictly for recruitment and hiring purposes, including evaluating your qualifications, managing interviews and selection processes, communicating with you, conducting background or reference checks where permitted by law, improving recruitment processes, record-keeping for compliance and reporting and complying with legal or regulatory obligations. We do not sell applicant or candidate data, do not use it for targeted advertising, and do not rely on automated decision-making without meaningful human review.
In compliance with Colorado law, OXcan Inc. does not request or require access to personal social media accounts, including usernames, passwords, or private content, and we do not ask candidates to modify privacy settings or add company representatives as contacts. In addition, consistent with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act, we do not request age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation during the initial application process.
OXcan Inc. does not collect or process biometric data such as fingerprints, facial recognition data, or voiceprints during the recruitment or interview process. If this changes in the future, we will provide advance notice and obtain any legally required consent.
Applicant and candidate information may be shared internally with authorized hiring personnel and externally with carefully selected service providers that support our recruitment functions, such as applicant tracking systems and background screening services. These service providers are contractually required to protect your information and use it only for authorized recruitment-related purposes. We may also disclose applicant information to government authorities or regulators where required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.
We retain applicant and candidate information for up to 3 years following the conclusion of the recruitment process, unless longer retention is required by law or you provide consent to be considered for future job opportunities. You may request deletion of your information at any time, subject to legal or regulatory requirements.
Under the Colorado Privacy Act, Colorado residents have the right to request access to, correction of, deletion of, or a portable copy of their personal data, as well as the right to opt out of certain types of processing such as profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects. OXcan Inc. does not engage in automated profiling for hiring decisions. Requests or questions may be directed to careers@oxcan.org. We may take reasonable steps to verify your identity before responding.
We apply appropriate administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect applicant and candidate information from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. Access to personal data is limited to individuals who require it for legitimate recruitment purposes.
Applicant information may be accessed by members of our recruitment, management, or operations teams located in other US states or in the United Kingdom, the European Union, the European Economic Area, or Canada for legitimate hiring and administrative purposes. Information may also be stored or processed on systems located outside Colorado. Where personal information is transferred across borders, we apply appropriate safeguards to protect it in accordance with applicable laws.
We do not use automated decision-making, profiling, or AI-based tools to make hiring decisions. All application reviews and hiring determinations involve human assessment.
If you have questions about this notice or wish to exercise your privacy rights under applicable law, please contact:
OXcan – Data Protection Committee
Email: DPO@oxcan.org
We will review and respond to your request in accordance with applicable state privacy laws. If your request is denied, you have the right to submit an appeal, which you may do through the same contact details.
This policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements or recruitment practices. The most current version will be made available on our careers page or upon request.
About Oxford Cancer Analytics
Oxford Cancer Analytics (OXcan) is an emerging diagnostics company that leverages advanced proteomics and machine learning to create innovative tests for earlier and more accurate assessment of lung diseases. Founded in Oxford, OXcan partners with leading research and clinical institutions to accelerate the translation of laboratory breakthroughs into improved patient care.
For more information, please visit www.oxcan.org and follow OXcan on LinkedIn.
