Data Scientist Oro Valley, Arizona **Onsite** Contract Up to $81.48/hr **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. **You will receive the following benefits:** + Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family + Dental & Orthodontia Benefits + Vision Benefits + Health Savings Account (HSA) + Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts + Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance + Hospital Indemnity Insurance + 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options + Paid Sick Time Leave + Legal and Identity Protection Plans + Pre-tax Commuter Benefit + 529 College Saver Plan Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. **Posted by:** VMS Sourcing **Specialization:** + Machine Learning/Data Science