Senior Data Scientist, Full-time, Days

Northwestern Memorial Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead innovative projects that leverage machine learning and advanced technologies to transform healthcare. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders to design impactful solutions, developing technologies that integrate medical data, and enhancing the quality of care for patients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in machine learning, experience with cloud platforms, and the ability to mentor team members. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to improving healthcare through technology and data-driven solutions.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in machine learning, model building, and deployment.
• Ability to mentor team members and manage projects from inception to deployment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Data Science team to design and evaluate solutions for business and clinical problems.
• Develop advanced technologies for medical data analysis across disciplines.

Skills

Machine Learning

SQL

Python

Deep Learning (PyTorch)

Problem-Solving

Stakeholder Management

Education

Master's in Computer Science

PhD in relevant fields

Tools

Azure

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Description

The Senior Data Scientist role reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Northwestern Medicine Information Services drives innovative, high-value solutions to transform health care.

We are committed to supporting the relentless pursuit of better medicine by providing exceptional service to our patients and guests as well as internal clients across the organization. Our team ensures that systems work together seamlessly to support this mission.

Role

Northwestern Medicine recognizes the critical role of technology in shaping the future of health care. Information Services supports the organization by:

• Enabling digital solutions leveraging AI, automation, and advanced cyber controls to support digital transformation
• Implementing advanced technologies in clinical and administrative areas
• Enhancing end-user support to improve modern infrastructure

Responsibilities

• Lead the Data Science team by collaborating with stakeholders to design, build, and evaluate solutions for business and clinical problems using data, statistics, and machine learning tools. Focus on delivering impactful solutions that can be maintained and scaled.
• This role is dedicated to the Canning Thoracic Institute, conducting research and prototyping advanced technological solutions to improve medical training, quality of care, and interventions for pulmonary and thoracic patients.
• Develop advanced technologies that facilitate the use of medical data across disciplines and modalities, including lung sounds, ECG waveforms, airway videos, CT images, and clinical notes.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master's degree or equivalent in CS, Engineering, Math, Physics, or related field
• At least 5 years of experience in machine learning, including model building, outcome analysis, and deployment
• Experience with cloud platforms like Azure for scalable data processing and deployment
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, and deep learning libraries such as PyTorch
• Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to mentor team members and think systemically about solutions
• Experience managing projects from inception to deployment
• Leadership skills in cross-functional teams and a product-oriented mindset

Preferred:

• PhD in relevant fields
• Knowledge of audio and image processing techniques
• Healthcare domain knowledge and data integration experience
• Understanding of FDA regulations for medical software
• Strategic decision-making experience for teams

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or other protected status. Background checks are performed if offered a position, considering all legal guidelines.

Benefits

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