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Kellton

Imaging Data Scientist

Johnston, IA · On-site

$75/hr

Partner with DH stakeholders (biotech & breeding, Genome Technology Discovery, Data Science) to align deliverables with deployment milestones. * Maintain IP & data stewardship practices consistent ...

Kemin

Data Director

Des Moines, IA · On-site

We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity ... Bachelors Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or Analytics with 10+ years of related ...

Kemin

Data Director

Des Moines, IA · On-site

We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity ... Bachelors Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or Analytics with 10+ years of related ...

Kemin

Data Director

Des Moines, IA · On-site

We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity ... Bachelors Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or Analytics with 10+ years of related ...

Kemin

Data Director

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$140 - $220/hr

We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity ... Bachelors Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or Analytics with 10+ years of related ...

Worky

Senior Software Engineer I

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$85 - $130/hr

... biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio ... Fungicide Timing -- the services and interfaces that deliver data science's spray-timing model to ...

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Danaher

Director of Operations Strategy

Coralville, IA · On-site

... biotechnology? At Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our ... Advance AI enablement and data science capabilities by identifying and scaling smart manufacturing ...

Danaher

Director of Operations Strategy

Coralville, IA · On-site

... biotechnology? At Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our ... Advance AI enablement and data science capabilities by identifying and scaling smart manufacturing ...

Danaher

Director of Operations Strategy

Coralville, IA

... biotechnology? At Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our ... Advance AI enablement and data science capabilities by identifying and scaling smart manufacturing ...

Kemin

Bakery Scientist

Des Moines, IA · On-site

Analyze experimental data and translate findings into actionable recommendations. * Manage bakery ... Master's degree in Food Science, Bakery Science, Grain Science, Food Technology, Food Biotechnology ...

Kemin

Bakery Scientist

Des Moines, IA · On-site

Analyze experimental data and translate findings into actionable recommendations. * Manage bakery ... Master's degree in Food Science, Bakery Science, Grain Science, Food Technology, Food Biotechnology ...

Kemin

Bakery Scientist

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$110 - $150/hr

Analyze experimental data and translate findings into actionable recommendations. * Manage bakery ... Master's degree in Food Science, Bakery Science, Grain Science, Food Technology, Food Biotechnology ...

Kemin

Bakery Scientist

Des Moines, IA · On-site

Analyze experimental data and translate findings into actionable recommendations. * Manage bakery ... Master's degree in Food Science, Bakery Science, Grain Science, Food Technology, Food Biotechnology ...

Elanco

Bio Process Scientist

Fort Dodge, IA · On-site

Ph.D. in Microbiology, Virology, Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology ... For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice.

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AspectFreelance Biotech Data ScienceBiotech Data Analyst
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees (Master's/PhD) in data science, bioinformatics, or related fieldsOften requires a bachelor's or master's degree in biology, bioinformatics, or related areas
Work EnvironmentIndependent, project-based, remote or on-site consultingFull-time or part-time employment within biotech companies or labs
Employer & Industry UsageFreelance consultants working with biotech firms, research institutions, or startupsBiotech companies, research labs, pharmaceutical firms

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Imaging Data Scientist

Kellton

Johnston, IA • On-site

$75/hr

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This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Key responsibilities

  • Design and deliver deep learning-based computer vision models for microscopy and macroscopic assays.

  • Build and operationalize production-ready pipelines in Python, including data ingestion, preprocessing, inference, and batch processing.

  • Collaborate with biology teams to standardize imaging acquisition and analyze imaging data to support plant breeding decisions.

Job description

Imaging Data Scientist
Location: Johnston, IA 50131 Locals only within 50-mile required onsite T/W/TH each week
Duration: 12 months + extensions
Max Pay Rate: $75/hr W2 (No Benefits) - DOE

No C2C at this time

Project Scope and Brief Description

Work at the intersection of plant cell biology and applied AI to build, productionize, and maintain computer vision pipelines that accelerate Doubled Haploid (DH) breeding in Biotechnology. The contractor will contribute to endtoend imaging and analytics from microscopy microspore detection to macroscopic structure assessment and plantlet characterization supporting decisions that reduce cycle time and cost in DH programs. Solutions will be developed primarily in Python, integrated with our repositories and workflow tooling, and aligned with Biotech strategy initiatives

Responsibilities:

  • Design & deliver deep learning-based CV models for microscopy and macroscopic assays (detection, segmentation, classification) with measurable accuracy, robustness, and throughput.
  • Build productionready pipelines in Python (data ingest, preprocessing, augmentation, inference, batch processing), integrated with GitLab repos and experiment tracking; ensure reproducibility and documentation.
  • Implement hyperspectral analysis workflows (band selection, normalization, feature extraction, model training).
  • Harmonize imaging acquisition with analysis by collaborating with biology teams to standardize microscopy/RGB/hyperspectral capture and file formats (e.g., FIJI/ImageJ for zstacks; autoscale practices).
  • Quantify model performance (precision/recall, F1, ROC/AUC, calibration) and write clear reports/posters for DH sessions; support factchecking in presentations.
  • Operationalize at scale: batch processing of tens of thousands of structures/images; optimize inference (e.g., torch.compile, mixed precision) and monitor resource usage.
  • Partner with DH stakeholders (biotech & breeding, Genome Technology Discovery, Data Science) to align deliverables with deployment milestones.
  • Maintain IP & data stewardship practices consistent with internal strategy; avoid disclosure of confidential protocols while enabling model reuse

Must Have:

  • 4 6 years handson in computer vision with Python (PyTorch/TensorFlow), including detection/segmentation/classification for scientific or industrial imaging.
  • Proven ability to productionize models: Git/GitLab, code reviews, CICD basics, experiment tracking (MLFlow or equivalent), reproducible data/experiments, and clear documentation.
  • Experience with microscopy image processing, multipage TIFFs, zstacks, autoscale/normalization, and image quality challenges.
  • Familiarity with hyperspectral or multispectral imaging pipelines (preprocessing, dimensionality reduction, modeling) applied to plant or biological materials.
  • Track record of measurable model performance reporting and communicating results via posters/presentations for technical audiences.

NicetoHave

  • Vision Transformers (ViT) and modern YOLO workflows for microscopy/macroscopic tasks; comfort with infer tooling.
  • Experience optimizing inference (e.g., torch.compile, mixed precision) and scaling batch workflows.
  • Domain familiarity with Biotech breeding workflows.
  • Collaboration with discovery and strategy teams; ability to work across biology, engineering, and data science groups.

Soft Skills

  • Strong stakeholder communication and the ability to translate biology & process constraints into CV requirements; comfortable triaging and prioritizing rapidly in active programs.
  • Ownership mindset around documentation, reproducibility, and IPaware sharing.
  • Curious and learning mindset
  • Technical leadership experience

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