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Lead Data Scientist - AI in Healthcare
- stoke on trent, staffordshire, ST1, United Kingdom
- Permanent·Remote
- Full time
- £90,000 - £90,000 Per Annum
Job Description
About the Role
Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Lead Data Scientist to drive their AI initiatives within the healthcare sector. This is a senior, fully remote position where you will lead the development and deployment of machine learning models that enhance patient care, optimize clinical operations, and accelerate medical research. You will work closely with healthcare professionals, engineers, and product managers to translate complex healthcare challenges into data-driven solutions. The role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of healthcare technology from a remote location, working with vast and impactful datasets. Join a team dedicated to making a difference through advanced data science.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of machine learning models for healthcare applications.
- Extract, clean, and analyze large, complex healthcare datasets, including EMRs and imaging data.
- Develop strategies for model validation, deployment, and monitoring in production environments.
- Mentor and guide a team of data scientists, fostering best practices in AI and machine learning.
- Communicate complex findings and technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Requirements
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- 7+ years of experience in data science, with a significant focus on AI and machine learning, particularly in the healthcare domain.
- Proven experience leading data science projects and teams, ideally in a remote setting.
- Expertise in programming languages such as Python or R, and proficiency with ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
- Strong understanding of data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and ethical considerations in AI.
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary and significant bonus potential.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans.
- Generous allowance for professional development and continuous learning in AI/ML.
- The ultimate flexibility of a fully remote position with core working hours.
- Opportunity to work on transformative AI projects that have a real-world impact on healthcare outcomes.