Northeastern University · 13 hours ago
Data Science and Machine Learning Engineer
Northeastern University is a global research university and a leader in experience-driven lifelong learning. They are seeking a Data Science and Machine Learning Engineer to build ETL and ML pipelines for multiomics and healthcare data, collaborating with various academic groups and contributing to drug discovery and healthcare research.
Education
Responsibilities
Building data preprocessing pipelines for ML/AI models (TensorFlow/Pytorch) for multi-omics and healthcare data from to achieve state-of-the-art performance
Build ETL pipelines for large datasets
Documenting the entire process and all the codes generated and maintaining structured and regular commits in a Github repository
Write reports/prepare slide decks describing work performed
Contribute to scientific manuscripts and grant proposals where appropriate
Qualification
Required
MS in Data Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or related fields or currently enrolled in a master's program
A minimum of 3-4 years of experience working with ML/AI (TensorFlow/Pytorch) and ETL pipelines
Proficiency in Python and R
Experienced with Unix and remote computing clusters
An ability to write clean and well-documented code and work with GitHub repositories
Excellent organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking
An ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve in response to challenges, especially, in an unfamiliar domain
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with a variety of different stakeholders from various academic backgrounds
Respect for diversity and the importance of interdisciplinary teams
Self-starter and innovative thinker and a team-player who can collaborate effectively in a university setting
Open-minded, assertive, and professional when collaborating and working within our team and with other groups within Northeastern University, Harvard Medical School, and University of Virginia
Preferred
Having experience in wrangling large datasets, building databases and ETL is preferred
Experience with AWS is a plus but not required
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Wellness & life
Retirement-
Commuting & transportation
Company
Northeastern University
Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university with a distinctive, experience-driven approach to education and discovery.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2024-01-06
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
2023-10-30
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