Sr. Data Scientist

Job Description Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Children's Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve. Overview *This is a fully remote position; however, candidates must reside in California* Schedule: Full-Time, Exempt. Standard Monday-Friday business hours. Purpose Statement/Position Summary: The Senior Data Scientist directs and carries out data-intensive research and development (R&D). The Senior Data Scientist is required to solve meaningful clinical problems and develop new decision-support tools by applying techniques and models from machine learning and computational statistics to large clinical datasets. Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience Required: Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field and at least five (5) years of experience conducting data science research; OR Master's degree or Ph.D. in a STEM-related field and at least three (3) years of experience conducting data science research. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. Preferred: Demonstrated record of scholarly publications preferred. Previous experience with open-source software projects Familiarity with clinical domain Familiarity with information visualization concepts and tools Fluency in Python and Pandas Fluency in machine learning libraries (e.g., Keras, Theano, Sci-kit Learn) Familiarity with modern relational databases (e.g., MySQL, SQL Server) Familiarity with big data technologies (Hadoop, NoSQL databases, etc.) Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., JIRA, git) Passion for data science and keeping up to date on latest methods Education/Licensure/Certification Required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related STEM field required. Preferred : Master's degree or Ph.D. in a related field preferred. Graduate-level coursework and/or research experience in machine learning, data mining, data visualization, statistics, artificial intelligence, probabilistic modeling, optimization, or related disciplines preferred. This is a grant-funded position, in whole or part. Terms and conditions of employment are contingent upon the availability of grant funding, which may be subject to change without notice. Pay Scale Information $117,936.00-$157,248.00 CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. About Us CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world . As a premier Magnet®-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. . We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth. Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures. CHLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer At Children's Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance. Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process. Our various experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA. 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