Hunter Healthcare

Senior Data Scientist

Hazelwood, MO – Hybrid, on-site 3 days per week

$130,000 - $160,000 + bonus, comprehensive healthcare coverage, 401k match

Hunter Healthcare has partnered with a family-owned company, who have grown to become a world leader in the field of in vitro diagnostics. For almost 60 years and across the world, they have imagined and developed innovative diagnostics solutions to improve public health. Today, their teams are spread across 44 countries and serve 160 countries with the support of a large distribution network.

Their Data Science group is looking for an experienced Data Scientist to help develop solutions for the next generation product concepts that will have a direct impact on the future of medical diagnostics.

The position involves all aspects of feasibility and design work focused on the application of mathematical techniques, data analytics, experiment design, algorithm design and statistical analysis to drive concepts from ideation through feasibility and into development. Algorithm design will involve image processing and machine learning methodologies from design to optimization.

The position will include collaboration and interaction with other scientists and engineers while prototyping, integrating and testing the technology for the next generation of diagnostic products for hospitals and laboratories. Coordination as a project team member with marketing, project management, quality analytics, manufacturing, regulatory and other functional areas will be required.

The Data Scientist is expected to prototype and design to the goals of functionality and operational utility while considering long term architecture, solution universality, practicality, connectivity, and schedule commitments.

Responsibilities

·       Responsible for completing tasks within the Data Science function, requiring close collaboration and coordination with other global engineering/scientific disciplines, departments, and third-party partners

·       Encourages best practices in Data Science and lead the utilization of advanced theories, methods and research techniques in product development and manufacturing

·       Mentoring others in the department on technology, methods and programming language utilization

·       Build relationships with external development partners and prospective technology partners; co-develop and drive projects with these partners

·       Represent Data Science on project teams and provides inputs to Project Management on a project-by-project basis. Provide Project Team inputs back to a sub-team of Data Scientists

·       Candidate must be well grounded in fundamental and advanced concepts of applied mathematics, data analytics, statistics and image processing

·       Performance of statistical analysis to interpret experimental results

·       Design experimental methods and plans to generate results that drive critical product design selections

·       Independent Development and implementation of algorithms using global software development tools, methodologies and processes

·       Understanding and willingness to self-learn the technologies used in this domain to be up-to-date with the latest developments in data analytics, image processing and machine learning both in academia and in industry

·       Enjoy working in areas outside of usual comfort zone and love to learn new technologies. Familiarity with or interest in biology, microbiology and biochemistry

·       Proficient analytical, problem-solving and debugging skills. Must be able to perform in small team environment with minimal supervision

Qualifications

·       Bachelor degree required - Data Science, Applied Mathematics/Statistics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering

·       5 years of professional related experience with Machine Learning, Statistics, Image Analysis, Signal/Time Series Analysis and Programming experience with Python or R, Code - samples to be provided upon request

·       Masters or PhD preferred

·       Work experience in ISO or FDA regulated environment preferred

Skills

·       Consistently upholds and reflects the core ethical principles and values that bioMérieux promotes

·       Effective Presentation Skills - including the ability to present technical data

·       Analyze data and make decisions/recommendations, using data to guide decision-making and provide suggestions for improvement

·       Critical thinking, using logic and reason to analyze information and make decisions in the workplace

·       Ability to work cross-functionally allowing for better collaboration and communication when working across teams to achieve shared objectives

·       Skilled in MS Office tools to include but not limited to Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel

What’s on Offer

Salary range between $130,000 and $160,000. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per company bonus program.

In addition, on offer is a competitive Total Rewards package that may include: 

·       A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options 

·       Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance 

·       Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance 

·       Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match. 

·       Adoption Assistance 

·       Wellness Programs 

·       Employee Assistance Program 

·       Commuter Benefits 

·       Various voluntary benefit offerings 

·       Discount programs 

·       Parental leaves