Staff/Senior Machine Learning Scientist

Cleveland Clinic; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cleveland Clinic Health System seeks a Staff/Senior Machine Learning Scientist to lead GenAI-powered healthcare initiatives. You will develop and deploy state-of-the-art ML models, collaborate with IT, operations, and clinical teams, and define long-term AI strategy. Remote location with day shifts and some travel, focusing on scalable, AI-driven solutions.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in AI/ML, strong Python skills, and experience with TensorFlow/PyTorch. PhD/MS preferred.

Qualifications

• The candidate will lead GenAI and ML initiatives in healthcare with strong AI/ML background.
• Experience with deploying models, evaluating them, and collaborating with clinical teams is required.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and optimize GenAI/ML models for healthcare challenges.
• Design experiments to evaluate model performance and robustness.
• Collaborate with IT, operations, and clinical teams to integrate AI solutions.
• Mentor junior staff and guide interns and engineers when appropriate.
• Stay current with GenAI advances and contribute to AI technology roadmaps.
• Present project updates to team and cross-functional partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

GenAI techniques

LLMs

Python

Experiment design

AI strategy

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

MS or PhD in CS/Engineering or related

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Hugging Face

Azure Databricks

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Job Title

Staff/Senior Machine Learning Scientist

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Remote Location

Job Code

T97563

Shift

Days

Schedule

8:00am-5:00pm

Job Details

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

We are seeking a highly skilled Applied Scientist to lead the development and implementation of state-of-the-art algorithms and machine learning models, with a focus on advancing the use of Generative AI (GenAI) to address critical healthcare challenges. As a Staff Machine Learning Scientist, you will help define the long-term AI strategy for Cleveland Clinic, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to identify business needs and deliver scalable, AI-driven solutions.

We are seeking a highly skilled Machine Learning Scientist to lead the development and implementation of state-of-the-art algorithms and machine learning models, with a focus on advancing the use of Generative AI (GenAI) to address critical healthcare challenges. As a Senior or Staff Machine Learning Scientist, you will collaborate with business and clinical stakeholders across various functions to understand complex business needs, define and advance AI strategies, and deliver innovative, scalable, AI-driven solutions. You will apply advanced AI techniques to real-world healthcare problems, conduct experiments to evaluate model performance, and contribute to the integration of AI solutions into clinical and operational systems. At the Staff level, you will also help shape the long-term AI strategy for Cleveland Clinic and provide strategic direction for the development and application of emerging AI technologies. To be successful in this role, you will bring a strong machine learning background, solid software development skills, and a passion for applying emerging technologies to improve healthcare.

The level of Machine Learning Scientist will be based on your experience and educational background:

• Staff Machine Learning Scientist

• Senior Machine Learning Scientist

A caregiver in this role works remotely across the country Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with up to 5% of travel required.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Develop, train, fine-tune, and optimize advanced GenAI and ML models to solve important problems in healthcare.

• Design and conduct experiments to evaluate the performance of AI models.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, operations, and clinical teams to develop and integrate AI solutions into existing and new products.

• Mentor and guide interns, junior staff, scientists, and engineers, depending on the level.

• Stay up to date with the latest developments in GenAI and large language models.

• Participate in the development of technology roadmaps for AI projects.

• Present project updates to team members and cross-functional partners.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Staff Machine Learning Scientist

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• MS or PhD degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related fields

• Seven+ years of hands-on experience in AI/ML research and development with emphasis in predictive modeling, deep leaning, GenAI and LLMs post PhD

• OR 10+ years of hands-on experience in AI/ML research and development with emphasis in predictive modeling, deep leaning, GenAI and LLMs post Master’s degree

• Expertise in using AI frameworks and tools such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face, to build and tune foundation models

• In depth experience in deep learning and GenAI techniques in Natural Language Processing and multi-modal representations

• Strong software skills in Python or other relevant programming languages

• Ability to work cross functionally and strong communication and interpersonal skills to convey technical concept to non-technical stakeholders

• Strong problem-solving skills and passion for leveraging AI in healthcare

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Experience developing and deploying AI technologies in healthcare

• Familiarity with healthcare data and systems (EHR, medical imaging, etc.)

• Experience with cloud computing technologies related to AI, including Azure, Databricks, etc.

• Familiarity with MLOps best practices

Senior Machine Learning Scientist

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Master’s degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Economics, Applied Math, Engineering, or related fields

• Seven years of hands‑on experience in AI/ML research and development with emphasis in predictive modeling, deep leaning, GenAI and LLMs

• OR a PhD and four years of hands‑on experience in AI/ML research and development with emphasis in predictive modeling, deep leaning, GenAI and LLMs post PhD

• Expertise in using AI frameworks and tools such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face, to build and fine tune foundation models

• In depth experience in deep learning and GenAI techniques in Natural Language Processing and multi-modal representations

• Strong software skills in Python or other relevant programming languages

• Experience developing and deploying AI technologies in healthcare

• Familiarity with healthcare data and systems (EHR, medical imaging, etc.)

• Ability to take a project from requirements gathering and design to actual product launch

• Experience with cloud computing technologies related to AI, including Azure, Databricks, etc.

• Familiarity with MLOps best practices

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• PhD

*The compensation range provided corresponds to theStaff Machine Learning Scientist or Senior Machine Learning Scientistposition. Individual pay rates may vary depending on Education Background and Relevant Experience*

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods.

• Ability to travel throughout the hospital system.

• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment.

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

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