Principal Data Scientist, Medical Imaging
Formation BioNew York, New York, United States • Boston, Massachusetts, United States • Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Posted August 19, 2025
222000 - 275000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Formation Bio is a tech-driven pharmaceutical company focused on optimizing clinical drug development through innovative technology. The company accelerates trial design, completion, and data quality to develop drugs faster, aiming to expedite patient access to new treatments and maximize value per program. Formation Bio's unique platform sets it apart by enhancing efficiency in the pharmaceutical industry.
Job Description
Formation Bio is seeking a Principal Data Scientist to lead their efforts in integrating advanced imaging analytics and AI into their drug development pipeline. This role focuses on pioneering applications of computer vision and deep learning to medical imaging data (MRI, X-ray, CT, PET) to accelerate clinical trials and improve patient outcomes. The company partners with pharma and biotech firms to accelerate drug development.
Requirements
- PhD in Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Physics, or related field with focus on medical imaging
- 5+ years of post-PhD industry experience developing production-grade AI models for medical imaging applications
- Deep expertise in computer vision and deep learning architectures (CNNs, U-Net, Vision Transformers) for medical image analysis
- Proven track record with MRI and X-ray image analysis, including hands-on experience with DICOM standards and medical imaging software
- Strong programming skills in Python with expertise in PyTorch/TensorFlow and medical imaging libraries
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with radiologists and clinical teams to translate medical insights into technical solutions
- Strong communication skills
Benefits
- Equity
- Comprehensive benefits
- Generous perks
- Hybrid flexibility