Sr. Data Scientist

Job Title: Sr. Data Scientist

Location: Chicago, IL (100% Onsite)

Duration: 6 months on W2 (conversion to Fulltime after initial contract)

Job Summary:

We seek a highly talented and passionate AI/ML Scientist to join our Product-focused AI team. This individual will be critical in developing and implementing novel machine learning algorithms to enhance our medical device offerings and explore new opportunities in Software as a Medical Device (SaMD). This individual contributor (IC) role focused on deep technical expertise and hands-on algorithm development, working closely with other scientists and engineers within the team. The ideal candidate will have a strong theoretical foundation in machine learning and a proven ability to translate research into practical applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement advanced machine learning algorithms for medical device applications, including but not limited to: image and signal processing, predictive modeling , anomaly detection, and natural language processing.
• Research state-of-the-art AI/ML techniques and evaluate their applicability to our medical device challenges.
• Develop and maintain clean, well-documented, and testable code.
• Collaborate with other AI scientists and engineers to share knowledge and best practices.
• Work with cross-functional teams (e.g., R&D, product development, regulatory affairs) to understand project requirements and integrate AI solutions.
• Proactively identify opportunities to leverage AI to improve existing medical devices and explore new SaMD applications.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and relevant medical device regulations (e.g., FDA guidelines, HIPAA).
• Contribute to the development of proof-of-concept AI solutions for medical devices.
• Work within an Agile/Scrum framework to manage development iterations and sprints.
• Present research findings and project updates to technical and non-technical audiences.

Requirements:

• PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field with a strong focus on machine learning; OR
• Master's degree in one of the above fields with 1-2 years of relevant industry experience developing and deploying machine learning models.
• Strong theoretical understanding of machine learning algorithms and principles (e.g., supervised/unsupervised, deep learning, reinforcement learning, statistical modeling).
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in AI/ML development (e.g., Python).
• Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Familiarity with data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Awareness of medical device regulations and standards.
• Must be based in Chicago, IL, and work in an office setting.
• Travel approximately 10% of the time.

Highly Desired:

• Prior experience with Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) development.
• Publications in top-tier AI/ML conferences or journals.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with medical imaging or signal processing.
• Prior experience working in the life sciences industry (e.g., medical devices, pharmaceuticals) or a technology company specializing in software/ML algorithm development.
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating and managing technical projects.
• Familiarity with Scrum and Agile development methodologies.

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)

 Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines.

Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.