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Applied Scientist III

Garner HealthNew York City, New YorkResearch
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Salary
$158K - $190K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
13 Aug 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

The Applied Scientist III position at Garner Health in New York City is an exciting opportunity for professionals with at least two years of industry experience or an advanced degree to design and ship core algorithmic systems. This role is well-suited for a problem solver who wants to use artificial intelligence and machine learning to help reshape the United States healthcare system.

Role Overview

Garner Health is seeking an Applied Scientist III to join the Applied Science team in the New York City office, located in the Financial District. This is an on-site role requiring presence in the office three days per week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The position focuses on owning production systems end-to-end, ranging from problem framing and objective function definition to choosing the right technical approach, launching the system, and driving improvements based on real-world outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver production algorithmic systems completely from initial problem framing to deployment and ongoing iteration.
Translate messy, real-world healthcare and business challenges into clear objectives, tradeoffs, and decision frameworks.
Establish metric sets to evaluate solution efficacy and validate solutions prior to launch.
Select appropriate methods for each task, utilizing machine learning, optimization, heuristics, or simple rules based on the specific problem.
Conduct experimentation beyond conventional approaches to secure better outcomes.
Produce rigorous, well-validated analyses and review peer code.
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare economy and the position of Garner Health within it.

Requirements

Possess at least two years of professional experience as an Applied Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, Research Scientist, or hold an equivalent advanced degree.
Demonstrate a strong bias toward action by swiftly turning concepts into working prototypes.
Exhibit solid applied problem-solving abilities, including metric definition and solution delivery.
Maintain a strong command of required methodologies and model-dependent data.
Apply strong judgment when choosing between statistical models, heuristics, optimization techniques, and simpler algorithms.
Display strong communication skills for presenting work clearly to senior stakeholders.
Share a commitment to a high-performing, mission-driven team that values individual accountability and authentic feedback.

Skills and Tools

Python
PyTorch
SQL
AWS
Snowflake
Pandas
XGBoost
HuggingFace
Modern LLM tooling and evaluation frameworks

Salary and Benefits

The target base compensation range for this position spans from $158,000 to $190,000 per year, with individual compensation determined by qualifications, skills, and applicable laws. Eligible participants also gain access to equity incentives and competitive benefits plans, which include flexible PTO, medical, dental, and vision insurance options, a 401(k) plan with company match, flexible spending accounts, and Teladoc Health.

About the Company

Garner Health partners with employers to redesign how healthcare works by applying proprietary clinical metrics to a massive dataset to identify top-performing doctors and incentivize members toward higher-quality care. Operating with rapid growth over five years, the company has helped millions access better care and saved significant healthcare costs while utilizing AI to scale its impact.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please visit the official company careers page at getgarner.com.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

What is the location of the Applied Scientist III role?

The role is based in the New York City office located in the Financial District, with an in-office requirement of three days per week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

What is the salary range for this position?

The target base compensation range is between $158,000 and $190,000 per year, depending on qualifications, skills, and applicable laws.

What experience is required to apply?

Candidates must have 2+ years of industry experience as an Applied Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, Research Scientist, or possess an equivalent advanced degree.

What technologies and tools are used in this role?

The tech stack includes Python, PyTorch, SQL, AWS, Snowflake, Pandas, XGBoost, HuggingFace, and modern LLM tooling and evaluation frameworks.

What benefits are included with employment?

Benefits include equity incentives, flexible PTO, medical, dental, and vision options, a 401(k) with company match, flexible spending accounts, and Teladoc Health.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Garner Health careers page.

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