We are seeking a Data Scientist for a long term contract in Tucson, AZ. This position is ideal for a Data Scientist who is passionate about doing meaningful work—applying their skills in AI, machine learning, and image analysis to advance cancer diagnostics and digital pathology. You’ll be working with a mission-driven, highly respected healthcare company that's at the forefront of innovation in cancer technology and patient care. Description: Data Scientist, Digital Pathology Development Onsite – Tucson Key Responsibilities • Work closely with the Tucson-based assay and algorithm development teams to ensure seamless data integration and maintain data integrity across complex digital pathology projects. • Design, develop, and implement robust solutions to automate manual steps within the algorithm development and data management workflows, enhancing efficiency and reproducibility. • Perform sophisticated image processing, data analysis, and predictive modeling using large-scale digital pathology datasets. • Build, test, and deploy computational tools and algorithms, primarily using Python or similar languages, adhering to high standards of code quality, efficiency, and maintainability. • Leverage your skills in digital pathology, machine learning (ML), artificial intelligence (AI), and GUI development to create impactful solutions and improve algorithm performance. • Meticulously maintain the traceability and integrity of all data, including images and associated metadata, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and supporting contractual obligations. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Statistics, or a related quantitative field with 7+ years of relevant experience. • Proven experience developing, testing, and deploying solutions using Python or similar programming languages within a software development lifecycle. • Solid understanding and practical experience in image analysis, machine learning/deep learning techniques, and AI concepts. • Demonstrated ability to perform complex data modeling, processing, and analysis on large or intricate datasets. • Experience developing graphical user interface (GUI) for technical applications or data visualization. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail. • Strong verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective collaboration within cross-functional teams. Preferred Qualifications • Experience working within the life sciences, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical industry, particularly with digital pathology or medical imaging data. • Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance standards applicable to medical devices or software as a medical device (SaMD) (e.g., FDA guidance, IVDR). • Proficiency with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and associated services. • Experience utilizing High-Performance Computing (HPC) environments for computationally intensive tasks. • Knowledge of bioinformatics or molecular modeling techniques. Posted By: VMS Sourcing