Our client is a cutting-edge Series B startup revolutionizing the healthcare landscape by building state-of-the-art AI models for processing clinical data and EHRs. They specialize in delivering transformative solutions that streamline operations for payors and payees, enabling faster, more accurate decision-making and improved patient outcomes. As they continue their rapid growth, they are seeking a visionary Head of AI to lead their artificial intelligence and machine learning initiatives.
About the Role:
The Head of AI will play a pivotal role in driving the company's AI strategy, overseeing the development and implementation of innovative machine learning models tailored for clinical data and EHR processing. This individual will lead a team of top-tier data scientists, ML engineers, and researchers, and work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver scalable and impactful solutions that address critical challenges in healthcare operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute the company's AI and ML strategy, aligning it with business goals and industry trends.
- Lead and grow a high-performing AI/ML team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
- Design, build, and deploy scalable AI models for clinical data processing, NLP for unstructured EHR data, and predictive analytics for payor/payee decision-making.
- Collaborate with product, engineering, and clinical teams to integrate AI-driven solutions into the company's offerings.
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and data privacy standards, including HIPAA, when designing AI solutions.
- Present AI-driven insights and solutions to executive leadership, board members, and external stakeholders.
Key Qualifications:
- PhD or Master's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in AI/ML, with a focus on healthcare data, clinical informatics, or EHR systems.
- Proven track record of building and deploying AI solutions at scale in production environments.
- Strong knowledge of NLP, predictive modeling, and deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Familiarity with healthcare regulations and standards, such as HL7, FHIR, HIPAA, and ICD coding.
- Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with a demonstrated ability to mentor and inspire diverse teams.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Why Join?
- Be at the forefront of innovation in healthcare AI, contributing to solutions that make a tangible difference in people's lives.
- Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment with some of the brightest minds in the industry.
- Competitive base of $300,000 to $350,000, plus equity and additional forms of compensation.