Machine Learning Data Scientist

The Fountain Group; Morristown (NJ); Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide staffing firm seeks a Principal Data Scientist to lead the development of predictive models and AI solutions in healthcare. The role requires expertise in machine learning, with a focus on delivering impactful data-driven solutions to improve patient outcomes and drug development across various therapeutic areas.

Benefits

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• Min 8 years experience in data science focused on predictive modeling.
• Expertise in healthcare applications and relevant data.
• Strong background in machine learning algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of predictive models for healthcare.
• Drive data science initiatives across therapy areas for patient outcomes.
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to data science team.

Skills

Machine Learning

Deep Learning

Python

R

Data Science

Federated Analytics

Transformers

Education

PhD or Master's degree in a quantitative field

Tools

scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

XGBoost

Job description

PAY: $90-100/hour W2. Flex above possible for stellar candidates.Our company offers our consultants a suite of benefits after a qualification period including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance.
12+ Month contract role.100% remote role, no onsite work expected.
W2 Candidates only. C2C not possible under any circumstances for this role.
Manager Notes

• Min of 8 years of related experience
• Previous Pharma, Biotech, or Healthcare experience required; Application in healthcare is essential, EMR, claims data, genomic data exp required
• ML experience required
• Federated analytics and federatML – must have
• Deep Learning transformer architecture, transformer-based architecture is required
• Python, R
• Experience in healthcare/ biostats/Case control studies etc.
• C++ (highly desirable)

Description

• Seeking an experienced and visionary Principal Data Scientist to lead our efforts in developing advanced predictive models and AI solutions for healthcare.
• The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of machine learning methodologies, a proven track record of delivering impactful data-driven solutions in a real-world setting, and the ability to drive innovation across diverse therapeutic areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge predictive models using various machine learning and AI techniques, including tree-based models (e.g., XGBoost) and transformer-based architectures (e.g., BERT), for early disease detection and proactive interventions.
• Drive the strategic direction of data science initiatives across multiple therapy areas, identifying opportunities to leverage real-world data (e.g., open claims data, EHR) for improved patient outcomes and drug development, including the use of federated analytics and federatML.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of data scientists, fostering a culture of innovation, rigorous experimentation, and best practices in MLOps.
• Evaluate and select appropriate modeling techniques and performance metrics (e.g., Precision, Recall, Bayes factor, NNT) based on specific problem statements and business objectives.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including business owners, payers, clinicians, epidemiologists, statisticians, and IT to translate complex business problems into tractable data science solutions for deployment in real world.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in machine learning, deep learning, and AI, and proactively integrate Client approaches into our predictive modeling capabilities.
• Communicate complex analytical findings and their implications clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills/Education

• PhD or Master's degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Computer Science, Statistics, Biomedical Informatics, Engineering, Physics).
• 8+ years of progressive experience in data science, with a significant portion focused on predictive modeling and advanced analytics in healthcare or life sciences.
• Demonstrated expertise in machine learning algorithms and deep learning architectures, including strong practical experience with transformer models (e.g., BERT).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and experience with relevant data science libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, XGBoost).
• Experience working with large-scale, real-world healthcare datasets such as claims data, electronic health records (EHR), or clinical trial data.
• Strong understanding of statistical concepts and experimental design.
• Proven ability to lead complex data science projects from conception to deployment, with a focus on delivering measurable business impact.

Who We Are:
The Fountain Group is a nationwide staffing firm with over 80 Fortune 100-500 clients. Since 2001, TFG has maintained a consistent standard of excellence, and our work is broadly recognized every year through numerous industry performance awards. Our success is a team effort.
Browse our website below for additional information on our company.
The Fountain Group
3407 W Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Tampa, FL 33607
“We work in Life Sciences, Clinical, Engineering, IT, and more. Above all, we specialize in people.”