Geisinger Health System

AI Data Scientist Senior

Geisinger Health System$100K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field is required.
  • Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in data science or machine learning.
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and C++.
  • Experience with SQL and clinical data cleaning.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the full lifecycle of data science projects from concept to implementation.
  • Collaborate with teams to define project objectives and success metrics.
  • Ensure alignment of projects with organizational goals and measurable healthcare outcomes.
  • Build predictive models using advanced machine learning algorithms.
  • Uncover insights from complex healthcare datasets through data analysis techniques.
  • Oversee the deployment of models into production, ensuring integration with existing systems.
  • Communicate technical findings in an accessible way for stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Work from home flexibility, promoting work-life balance.
  • Opportunity to mentor and develop junior data scientists.
  • Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
  • Engagement in projects that directly impact healthcare and patient outcomes.
  • Supportive culture of collaboration and innovation within the team.
Full Job Description

Location:

Work from home (Pennsylvania)

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

Yes

Job Summary:

The Senior Data Scientist is a strategic leader in our organization, driving the entire lifecycle of data science initiatives that directly impact healthcare outcomes. Leveraging your deep expertise and mastery of machine learning, you will spearhead the development, implementation, and evaluation of complex AI models in healthcare settings. Your ability to translate technical concepts into actionable insights will empower stakeholders to make informed decisions that enhance patient care and operational efficiency. You will also play a crucial role in mentoring and developing junior data scientists, fostering a culture of data-driven innovation.

Job Duties:

  • Leads and manages the entire lifecycle of data science projects, from conceptualization and design to development, deployment, and ongoing optimization.

  • Collaborates with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and success metrics.

  • Ensures projects align with organizational goals and deliver measurable impact on healthcare outcomes.

  • Leverages deep understanding of machine learning algorithms (decision trees, neural networks, graphical models, etc.) to build sophisticated predictive models for diverse healthcare applications.

  • Utilizes clustering, dimension reduction, and deep generative models to uncover hidden patterns and insights within large, complex healthcare datasets.

  • Applies rigorous validation techniques to ensure model accuracy, reliability, and fairness.

  • Oversees the deployment of models into production environments, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.

  • Extracts insights from clinical and operational data sources (Epic Clarity, HL7, DICOM, and other enterprise data sources) to inform decision-making and guide project direction.

  • Translates complex technical findings into compelling narratives that resonate with non-technical stakeholders.

  • Facilitates data-driven decision-making by effectively communicating the value and impact of AI models.

  • Mentors and guide junior data scientists, fostering their professional growth and technical expertise.

  • Promotes a culture of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning within the data science team.

  • Contributes to developing best practices and standards for data science and machine learning within the organization.

  • Stays abreast of the latest advancements in machine learning and healthcare research to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.

  • Experiments with new approaches and technologies to enhance model performance and expand the organization's data science capabilities.


Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

*Relevant experience may be a combination of related work experience and degree obtained (Master's Degree = 2 years; PHD = 4 years ).

Position Details:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Required)

Experience:

Minimum of 4 years-Relevant experience* (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s):

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, C++ Programming Language, Clinical Data Cleaning, Communication, Group Collaboration, Machine Learning Methods, Python (Programming Language), Statistical Methods, Structured Query Language (SQL)

About Geisinger Health System

Geisinger Health System is a healthcare system serving more than 3 million residents throughout 45 counties in central, south-central, and northeastern Pennsylvania, and in southern New Jersey. The system was founded in 1915 and is headquartered in Danville, Pennsylvania. Geisinger Health System includes 13 hospital campuses, two research centers, and a 600,000-member health plan. The system employs more than 32,000 people, including over 1,800 physicians and 4,000 nurses. Geisinger Health System is known for its innovative approach to healthcare, including its use of electronic health records and its focus on patient-centered care.
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1915

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