Data Scientist I

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Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.           

Data Scientist I

About the Role:

Boston Scientific is a leading company in the healthcare industry, specializing in the development and manufacturing of cutting-edge medical devices. We are dedicated to transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients around the world.

We are seeking a motivated Data Scientist I to join our dynamic team within the Process Development division. As a Data Scientist I, you will work closely with senior data scientists and engineers to help leverage data analytics to drive insights, inform decision-making processes, derive actionable insights, and optimize performance within our medical device organization. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to assist in the development and implementation of data analytics solutions that support our mission of delivering high-quality products and improving patient outcomes.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and objectives.

• Assess manufacturing processes for automation and analytics opportunities.

• Collect, clean, and preprocess large datasets from various sources, ensuring data quality and integrity.
• Develop and implement statistical models, machine learning algorithms, and data mining techniques to analyze data.
• Assist in designing and conducting experiments to test hypotheses and validate models.
• Generate and visualize insights from data analysis, creating detailed reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Prepares and presents technical data and recommendations at technical reviews.
• Continuously monitor and improve the performance of existing models and algorithms.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and healthcare technology.

Required Qualifications:

• 0 - 2 years of experience in the medical device space.
• Bachelors degree in Data Science.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization.
• Previous internship experience with Boston Scientific.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Python programming language as well as other languages (e.g. R, Matlab, Julia, C++, Java, etc.)

• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib, Plotly, Seaborn, or similar.
• Excellent familiarity with machine learning frameworks and libraries such as PyTorch, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or similar.

• Robust understanding of large language models (LLM) and frameworks including retrieval-augmented generation (RAG). (e.g. LangChain, LlaMA, GPT, Bard, etc.)
• Basic understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and predictive analytics techniques.

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Basic understanding of database management systems.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

Requisition ID: 622164 

Minimum Salary: $ 59900 

Maximum Salary: $ 113800 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions.  This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement.  The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.