Guidehouse

Research Data, AI & Innovation Lead

Guidehouse$113K — $188K *
Healthcare
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in data science, bioinformatics, computer science, or related field
  • 8 years delivering data or AI solutions
  • Experience with large-scale data systems and cloud-based analytics
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical teams
  • Experience in regulated environments with knowledge of data security and privacy frameworks
  • Must be able to obtain public trust clearance

Responsibilities

  • Lead data strategy, analytics, and AI/ML initiatives
  • Define data architecture and pipeline strategy for diverse datasets
  • Oversee development of AI/ML models and analytics tools
  • Transition prototypes into production-ready solutions
  • Establish data governance and quality assurance standards
  • Advise stakeholders on data and AI opportunities

Benefits

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Personal Development Opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Full Job Description
Job Family:
Data Science & Analysis

Travel Required:
None

Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:
  • Leads data strategy, analytics, and AI/ML efforts, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with research and operational goals.
  • Defines data architecture and pipeline strategy, integrating diverse datasets and supporting high-throughput data processing.
  • Oversees development of AI/ML models and analytics tools, including rapid prototyping and implementation of responsible AI practices.
  • Transitions prototypes into production-ready solutions, coordinating with platform, infrastructure, and security teams.
  • Establishes data governance, quality assurance, and reproducibility standards, ensuring documentation and compliance.
  • Advises stakeholders on data and AI opportunities and mentors technical teams to build capability and innovation.


What You Will Need:
  • Master's degree in data science, bioinformatics, computer science, or related field
  • 8 years delivering data or AI solutions.
  • Experience with large-scale data systems, cloud-based analytics, and biomedical or scientific datasets.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and implement enterprise data architectures and ML operations.
  • Experience in regulated environments with knowledge of data security and privacy frameworks.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their public trust prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred

What Would Be Nice To Have:
  • Experience supporting large-scale data initiatives or applied research environments
  • Publication or innovation experience
  • Prior or current NIH experience


The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:
  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Care.com annual membership
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus


About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is a management consulting firm headquartered in Washington, D.C. The firm provides consulting services to clients in the public and commercial sectors, with a focus on energy, financial services, healthcare, national security, and aerospace and defense. Guidehouse was founded in 2018 as a spin-off from PwC. The firm has over 7,000 employees and operates in more than 50 locations worldwide.
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Size
8,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2018

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