Senior Data Scientist
MedtronicAbout the role
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
Job Specific SummaryWe are looking for a motivated individual with strong analytical skills to join our team. The position involves research and development of algorithms related to glucose sensing technology. The individual will work with members of the algorithm team to improve the performance of continuous glucose sensors through the application of machine learning and advanced signal processing techniques, mathematical modeling, and experimentation. The role will involve all aspects of the R&D process, including data gathering, analysis, theory and algorithm development through to validation for regulatory submissions. A successful candidate will have in-depth technical knowledge of machine learning and signal processing methodologies and would take part in the full cycle of the development process which includes but is not limited to the design, implementation, debugging, testing and integration with other subsystems. Lastly, the candidate will also be involved in the documentation of such algorithms for regulatory submissions both domestically and internationally.
Apply principles of machine learning and signal processing, develop algorithms in MATLAB or other software package to test concepts
Analyze, quantify and visualize large amounts of data to generate verifiable conclusions
Contribute development projects from investigation through to productization
Comply with external and internal regulatory requirements
Write detailed technical and scientific reports and manuscripts
Apply data analysis results to aid product development decisions and clinical study design
Collaborate closely with others in the R&D organization
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical engineering, Computer engineering, Computer science, or related discipline with 4+ years of experience (Medical device industry preferred) in algorithm development
OR, Advanced degree in Electrical engineering, Computer engineering, Computer science, or related discipline with 2+ years of experience (Medical device industry preferred) in algorithm development
Nice to Have
Knowledge of and direct experience working with signal processing and machine learning methodologies
Extensive programming experience with MATLAB and/or Python
Demonstrated ability to work and lead within a team-based project environment
Ability to effectively communicate technical information through presentation and through the preparation of technical documentation and/or manuscripts
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals
Industry or academic experience working with biological signals; preferably in medical devices
Experience in a regulated industry and exposure to regulatory submissions
Experience interacting with a multi-disciplinary, cross-functional team
Experience utilizing statistical methods to inform decision making
Demonstrated ability in managing/supporting multiple projects in a deadline driven environment
Demonstrated ability in producing written documentation such as specifications, engineering reports, test plans, test procedures, validation plans, and validation reports
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
Benefits & Compensation
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