Associate Manager, Data Science

Work ScheduleOtherEnvironmental ConditionsOfficeJob DescriptionOur Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory with PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.Qualifications:Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field. Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience in a managerial role. 5+ years in AI/ML or related field.In some cases, an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training, and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Extensive experience and expertise in applying advanced statistical analysis, programming, data modeling, machine learning, and advanced mathematics to complex business questions, including Generative AI. Proven track record of successfully implementing and deploying machine learning solutions, including generative models, in real-world applications. Strong proficiency in advanced data engineering techniques, data pipelining, and optimization strategies, specifically tailored to support complex Generative AI workflows. In-depth knowledge of modern cloud architectures, distributed computing frameworks, and scalability considerations for large-scale AI systems. Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior team members, provide technical guidance, and contribute to the development of AI strategies and roadmaps. Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to analyze complex data sets, identify patterns, and develop innovative AI solutions. Strong communication and collaboration skills, capable of effectively communicating AI concepts and insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience with technical areas such as Snowflake, Python, Spark, R, Shiny, and Jupyter. Solid understanding of data management approaches, including relational databases, data schemas, object stores, column stores, and/or document stores.Management Role:As an Associate Manager, Data Science, you will play a crucial role in managing junior developers, overseeing design, development, deployment, and maintenance of AI/ML projects. Responsibilities include interviewing and selection, job description preparation, professional development, goal setting, performance management, behavioral and technical coaching and mentoring, employee counseling, and separations. You will approve courses of action on salary administration, hiring, corrective action, and terminations, review and approve time records, expense reports, requests for leave, and overtime, and promote all aspects of Equal Employment Opportunity policy and Affirmative Action Plan.This role requires effective collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders and peers to identify AI/ML challenges and presenting proposed solutions.This position offers a fully remote work arrangement, allowing you to work from home. Travel requirements for this role are rare, but occasional domestic or international travel may be necessary. This position involves management responsibilities and has a billable percentage of 0% - 20%.Working Conditions and Environment: Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Occasional drives to site locations with occasional travel both domestic and international.Physical Requirements: Frequently stationary for 6-8 hours per day. Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Frequent mobility required. Occasional crouching, stooping, bending and twisting of upper body and neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs. Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf. Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Frequently interacts with others to obtain or relate information to diverse groups. Works independently with little guidance or reliance on oral or written instructions and plans work schedules to meet goals. Requires multiple periods of intense concentration. Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence. Ability to perform under stress. Ability to multitask. Regular and consistent attendance.Percent Billable:0% - 20%The salary range estimated for this position is $110,000 - $120,000. This position will also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. Actual compensation will be confirmed in writing at the time of offer.We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our US colleagues and their families can count on, which generally include: A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan A wellness program, and valuable health incentive opportunities for company contributions to a Health Reimbursement Accounts (HSAs) or Health Savings Account (HSA)Tax-advantaged savings and spending accounts and commuter benefits Employee assistance programs At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO). 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and volunteer rime off in accordance with company policy. Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings planThermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.Accessibility/Disability AccessJob Seekers with a Disability: Thermo Fisher Scientific offers accessibility service for job seekers requiring accommodations in the job application process. For example, this may include individuals requiring assistance because of hearing, vision, mobility, or cognitive impairments. If you are a job seeker with a disability, or assisting a person with a disability, and require accessibility assistance or an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please submit a request by telephone at 1-855-471-2255. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.This telephone line is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes, such as not being able to get into the career website, following up on an application, or other non-disability related technical issues will not receive a response.Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.