Director, Biomarkers/Algorithm, Digital Health

Key Skills

Algorithms, Machine learning techniques, Signal processing, US Healthcare Recruitment

Job Description

Samsung Research America Digital Health Team is looking for a Director, Digital Biomarkers and digital Health with a solid AI / ML technology background and strong research (R&D) experience in leading the development of digital biomarkers, wearable computing, physiological signal processing, and multi-modality mobile sensing development leveraging wearables, health devices, and health data. You must have a strong track record of success in biomarker development from academic and/ or industry settings.

You will lead our biomarker team with a strong vision, create product concepts, enable data and clinical studies, develop algorithms, ensure consumer and clinical value, and progress products toward the goal of commercialization and deployment at scale.

In delivering innovation in the digital health domain, you will lead the team to achieve research excellence as demonstrated by novel technologies and approaches, intellectual property, and scientific publications and presentations in top-tier computing and health venues.We are looking for an experienced leader who will lead the team to develop, incubate, and launch a portfolio of biomarkers and digital health products that will disrupt the current paradigm and challenge what is possible with wearable based biomarkers.

By leveraging smartphones, wearables, embedded devices, and IoT in the health/wellness domain, your work will significantly benefit real-world patients, seniors and others receiving care-at-home, physicians and healthcare providers, and caregivers. Samsung’s unique advantage in the consumer electronics market and growing focus on digital health will provide you with exciting technical challenges and a rewarding career experience.

 Position Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of innovative algorithms and biomarkers based on signal from an array of sensors and devices, data collected both in lab and field settings, and health data from consumers, and healthcare providers.
• Prepare proof-of-concept, demo/prototypes, design and execute pilot studies with mobile sensors.
• Lead team with proactive, hands-on leadership and real-time feedback and coaching. Develop talent and grow the capabilities of the team
• Provide technical guidance, manage projects, and ensure deliverables and milestones are met.
• Generate patents and scientific research papers for top-tier publications.
• Ensure strong external partnerships and internal collaboration.

Required Skills:

• in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biophysics, Mathematics, health or biological sciences. Or, alternatively, M.D. / D.O. with equivalent experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 12+ years of experience in designing, conducting, and leading biomarker research leveraging wearable devices, health /medical devices, and EHR/EMR health data, and conducting clinical studies with human subjects both in lab and field settings.
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience in Image Processing, Machine Learning, Signal Processing, and their applications on mobile sensor data collected in the lab and in the wild.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, ability to present complex information understandably and compellingly, and comfortable working with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Good understanding of human physiology, and non-invasive sensors used to measure digital biomarkers for health and behavior monitoring.
• Understanding of human factors, user research, usability, and ensuring that biomarkers provide clear and unique insights and value.
• Have a working knowledge of the healthcare industry and experience curating and analyzing healthcare and wellness data.
• Previous experience developing algorithms in healthcare research/industry using EMR/EHR and wearable sensor data.
• Experience operating under HIPAA is a plus.
• A record of publications and presentations in top-tier computing and health venues.

Our total rewards programs are designed to motivate and engage exceptional talent. The base pay range for roles at this level is listed below, but may be higher or lower in other states due to geographic differentials in the labor market. Within the base pay range, individual rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education and training. This is part of our comprehensive compensation package with annual bonus eligibility and generous benefits to help you live life well.

Base Pay Range

$257,200—$399,300 USD

Additional Information

Essential Job Functions

This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, and frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Samsung Research America is committed to complying with all Federal, State and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the recruiter or email sratalent@samsung.com.