Senior AI Scientist

IQVIA

Durham, North Carolina

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Clinical Research, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Conferences, Cross-Functional, Data Science, Data Sets, Ecosystems, Environmental Sciences, Establish Priorities, Healthcare, International Health, Leading Edge Technology, Machine Learning, Medical Treatment, Mentoring, Microsoft Windows Azure, Modeling Languages, Multitasking, Operations Research, Patient Care, Preferred Provider Organization (PPO), Production Systems, Project/Program Management, Proof of Concept, Publications, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Regulatory Requirements, Research & Development (R&D), Structured Data, Technical Leadership, Thought Leadership, Unstructured Data, Use Cases
LOCATION
Durham, North Carolina
POSTED
3 days ago

Senior AI Scientist

Location: USA (Remote)
Department: R&DS (Research & Development Solutions)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Company: IQVIA Inc.

Overview

Join IQVIA’s AI Scientist Group and shape the future of Generative AI in life sciences. As a Senior AI Scientist, you will lead the design and delivery of cutting-edge AI/ML solutions that transform clinical research and commercial operations. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced technologies—including large language models (LLMs), agentic AI, and optimization techniques—while driving meaningful impact across the healthcare ecosystem.

Role Summary

The AI Scientist Group is a strategic innovation unit delivering state-of-the-art AI solutions to pharmaceutical and life sciences clients. In this role, you will lead AI strategy, drive model development, and guide the deployment of scalable, enterprise-grade Generative AI applications. You will partner closely with cross-functional teams and client stakeholders to translate complex AI capabilities into real-world, business-driven outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the fine-tuning, distillation, and deployment of large language models (LLMs) for high-impact use cases across clinical and commercial domains
  • Drive data engineering and curation processes to transform structured and unstructured data into high-quality training datasets
  • Design and implement agentic AI systems using modern frameworks to enable autonomous reasoning and task execution
  • Develop proof-of-concept solutions and guide their transition into scalable, production-ready systems
  • Evaluate and apply advanced Generative AI methods, including SFT, PPO, DPO, and reward modeling
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior scientists and engineers
  • Act as a trusted technical advisor in client engagements, translating AI concepts into actionable insights
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product, and domain experts to ensure alignment with client needs and regulatory requirements
  • Contribute to thought leadership, including publications and participation in leading AI/ML conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR)

Qualifications

  • PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, AI, or related field with a strong publication record in top-tier conferences
  • Proven experience in fine-tuning and optimizing large-scale language models
  • Strong programming expertise in Python and experience with agentic AI frameworks (e.g., LangChain, LangGraph ecosystem)
  • Hands-on experience with vector databases, knowledge graphs, and cloud platforms (preferably Azure)
  • Demonstrated success delivering scalable AI/ML solutions in enterprise environments (life sciences experience preferred)
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and deliver in fast-paced environments

Why Join IQVIA

  • Work on cutting-edge AI innovations that directly impact patient outcomes and healthcare delivery
  • Be part of a global leader in healthcare analytics and data science
  • Collaborate with world-class experts in AI, data science, and life sciences
  • Access continuous learning, development, and research opportunities
  • Contribute to a mission of advancing healthcare through intelligent, connected insights

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 proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

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.

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $108,000.00 - $270,000.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

About the Company

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IQVIA

IQVIA™ is The Human Data Science Company™, focused on using data and science to help healthcare clients find better solutions for their patients. Formed through the merger of IMS Health and Quintiles, IQVIA offers a broad range of solutions that harness advances in healthcare information, technology, analytics and human ingenuity to drive healthcare forward. Healthcare is an industry designed to help humans. As a global community, we continuously invest and commit to advancing human health. To deliver value and real outcomes. To rise to the challenge to find the next breakthrough by making the most of increasingly limited resources. We are inspired by the potential and propelled by the possibilities. We share the vision to drive healthcare forward. To see how we can help accelerate progress and achievements. Others are developing these medical breakthroughs. We do our part by using breakthroughs in insights, technology and human intelligence to reimagine and deliver ways to help make them a reality. It’s bigger than better clinical trials. Or advances in technologies and analytics. Or faster insights. It’s about exploring a new path to better health outcomes via Human Data Science. It’s about harnessing the power of the IQVIA CORE™ to channel the insights, commercial and scientific depth, and executional expertise that drive maximum value for our customers. Motivated by the industry we help, we’re committed to providing solutions that enable life sciences companies to innovate with confidence, maximize opportunities, and, ultimately, drive human health outcomes forward.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1982
WEBSITE
https://www.iqvia.com/