Senior Specialist - Clinical Data Science (Andover, MA)

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Are you interested in making a global impact? Smith+Nephew, a pioneering leader in medical technology since 1856, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Specialist - Clinical & Medical Affairs AI. Reporting directly to the Manager of Clinical Data & AI, the successful candidate will be a passionate innovator who blends data science technologies with Agile approaches to manage our complex analytics portfolio within the Global Clinical and Medical Affairs division.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in data science, training in Agile, and a proven track record in creating and deploying internal ML/automation solutions to enhance data analytics processes. The role involves a significant focus on evolving our Agile methodologies, particularly Scrumban, and leveraging programming skills to build and refine tools that support this evolution.

This position is a P3 level

What will you be doing?

AI Development and Application:

• Collaborate with clinical data scientists, biostatisticians, and clinical operations experts to identify use cases for AI in clinical research
• Assist in developing AI/ML models for supporting clinical operations, and data analysis
• Preprocess, clean, and organize clinical datasets for AI applications
• Support the integration of AI tools into clinical research workflows
  

Communication and Testing:

• Identify key performance indicators for AI models and evaluate performance in uses cases with a global span
• Document methodologies, workflows, and results to ensure reproducibility and transparency
• Present findings and recommendations to the team and stakeholders clearly and concisely
  

Advanced Data Analytics & Project Management:

• Track the progress of multiple ongoing projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards
  

What will you need to be successful?

Education:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or PhD degree in a relevant field (e.g., data science, computer science, engineering). A relevant graduate degree is preferred.

Experience:

• Exposure to clinical research, medical device development, or health care analytics.
• Experience in deploying automation or AI/ML models for production use.

Languages:

• Advanced English skills.

Knowledge:

• Proficiency in Python (required), R is a plus.
• Familiarity with common AI/ML frameworks, e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, and LLM's.
• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Foundational knowledge of statistics is a plus.
• Familiarity with business intelligence tools such as PowerBI, Spotfire, Tableau is a plus.

Competences:

• A knack for innovation and a passion for leveraging technology to solve complex business problems.

You Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

• Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/).
• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

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