Associate Director of Algorithm Development

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives- where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Your Role at Baxter

This is where your work saves lives

The research we do and the products we develop improve outcomes for patients around the world. As an Associate Director of Algorithm Development at Baxter, your work contributes directly to making a significant impact on others. It's challenging work-and you're not on your own. Our teams collaborate cross-functionally and lead by influence.

Our colleagues within our R&D organization desire to work on products that make a meaningful difference in others' lives. We are motivated by the power of teamwork and are natural leaders who are skilled at influencing others!

As the Associate Director of Algorithm Development, you will be a part of a multidisciplinary new product development team. You will be leading a team of dedicated algorithm, AI/ML, and data analytic engineers to develop and improve cardiology and pulmonary measurement and interpretation methods to improve clinical patient outcomes. This position will understand and help define clinical needs related to the signal processing and analysis of cardiology and pulmonary devices; algorithm functionality and performance requirements; product architecture, constraints and trade-offs; design and interface requirements of new products being developed. You will support the overall design of the product and be responsible for documentation and validation of the software inputs/outputs to ensure a safe and effective product.

This role will also be responsible for establishing and maintaining professional relationships with clinical luminaries, professional and standards organizations related to algorithm development and advancement.

The Team

While everyone at Baxter has a shared passion for our mission, the R&D teams play a meaningful role in our ability to save and sustain lives. Scientists and engineers in R&D work together to develop, test, and launch products that enhance patient care.

What you'll be doing

• Manage a team of algorithm engineers, establishing and tracking department budgets
• Design, code, and maintain interpretive and signal processing algorithms and test programs for ECG and other physiological parameters for use in embedded medical devices.
• Work with marketing, clinical, and key opinion leaders to develop next generation algorithm features, and establish and execute feasibility efforts.
• Work with outside key opinion leaders to help establish benchmark clinical interpretations.
• Use advanced mathematical and statistical concepts and theories for algorithm development and performance evaluation.
• Identify, develop and/or execute algorithm tests using physiological databases and artificial signals.
• Establish and maintain relationships with clinical luminaries, professional organizations, and standards committees.
• Function as the algorithm team's primary contact for software engineering's algorithm-device integration and verification efforts.
• Identify, interpret, and communicate insights, trends, and patterns from analysis and experiments to key stakeholders/decision-makers at varying levels of the organization.
• Identify meaningful insights from large databases.
• Develop and maintain internal software tools to manage large clinical and simulated data sets.
• Work with project teams to define and document design requirements.
• Work with other departments to resolve issues found during development.
• Provide scheduling information to project management.
• Execute code reviews and unit testing.
• Write documentation related to software development and verification.
• Performs Service / Complaint Investigations.
• Provide training and technical support for service and marketing departments.
• Trains and mentors junior level engineers.
• Performs other duties as requested.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related field; MS or Ph.D. preferred.
• Strong knowledge in the application of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Advanced practical knowledge and experience in signal processing algorithms, particularly cardiology related.
• Demonstrated leadership establishing and maintaining relationships with clinical luminaries, professional organizations, and standards committees.
• Ability to foresee the future needs, risks/issues and acting proactively and innovatively to address/mitigate and communicate.
• 7+ years of programming experience.
• 10+ years relevant experience is preferred.
• Computer programming (C, C++, C#, Matlab; Ada preferred).
• Advanced Office application skills.
• Fluent English (both written and oral).
• Ability to work on a cross-departmental team.
• Ability to learn new skills and concepts easily.
• Must be a team-player, possess outstanding customer service skills, and be self-motivated.
• Must demonstrate the ability to initiate and develop creative solutions.
• Must demonstrate history of continuous learning in technology field.
• Thorough understanding of product lifecycle management and demonstrated application of knowledge in related disciplines.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and disciplined problem-solving skills. Provide solutions that reflect understanding business objectives and product implications.
• Demonstrated facilitation and strong negotiation skills in driving closure on product/program-related decisions/issues.
• Effective communication & presentation skills. Understands stakeholder needs and can tailor communications/presentations appropriately.
• Excellent interpersonal/influencing skills required to drive the team.
• Familiarity with ICH, ISO, FDA and other regulatory standards and GMP/QSR environment.

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $168,000 - $231,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, commission, and/or long-term incentive. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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