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Manager, Product Applied Science

Garner HealthNew York City, New YorkResearch
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Salary
$300K - $390K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
11 Aug 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

Garner Health is seeking a hands-on Manager, Product Applied Science to build and lead an exceptional team in New York City. This role suits an experienced technical leader who wants to direct core product algorithms and work closely with code to transform the healthcare system.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, hire, coach, and develop a team of 4 to 6 applied scientists while maintaining high standards for rigor and execution speed.
Own the Population Health team outputs, technical direction, and end-to-end product delivery from problem framing to production.
Define metrics to evaluate solutions and validate algorithms before shipping to production.
Tackle the highest-stakes, least-defined problems directly by writing code and building prototypes.
Collaborate with Research, Product, Engineering, and business stakeholders to turn ambiguous goals into clear problem sets.
Drive projects such as provider tiering optimization, an AI primary care doctor using fine-tuned LLMs, and member engagement models combining claims data and in-app behavior.

Requirements

6+ years of industry experience as an Applied Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, Research Scientist, or equivalent role, OR 4+ years of industry experience with a relevant advanced degree or PhD.
Deep technical credibility and strong judgment in selecting appropriate statistical models, heuristics, optimization approaches, or simpler algorithmic methods.
Strong applied problem-solving abilities with a bias toward quick action and prototyping.
Excellent communication skills capable of driving alignment at the executive level.

Skills and Tools

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

Salary and Benefits

Target base compensation range of $300,000 to $390,000 per year, with individual pay dependent on qualifications, skills, and applicable laws.
Eligibility to participate in equity incentive plans.
Comprehensive benefits including flexible PTO, Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options.
401(k) plan with company match.
Flexible spending accounts and Teladoc Health access.

About the Company

Garner Health partners with employers to redesign how healthcare works by applying proprietary clinical metrics to a vast dataset of patients to identify top-performing doctors. The organization uses compelling incentives to guide members toward higher-quality care, saving healthcare costs and improving health outcomes. The company operates out of its office in the Financial District of New York City, requiring an in-office presence three days per week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please visit the official Garner Health careers page.

Skills and tech stack

PythonPyTorchSQLAWSLLMSnowflake

Questions candidates ask

What is the location and office policy for this role?

The role is based in the New York City office located in the Financial District. Employees are required to work in the office three days per week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

What is the salary range for the Manager, Product Applied Science position?

The target base compensation range is $300,000 to $390,000 per year, with final compensation depending on qualifications, skills, and applicable laws.

What experience is required to apply?

Candidates must have 6+ years of industry experience as an Applied Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, Research Scientist, or equivalent, or 4+ years of industry experience with a relevant advanced degree or PhD.

What technologies and tools will the team use?

The team utilizes Python, SQL, AWS, Snowflake, pandas, XGBoost, PyTorch, HuggingFace, and modern LLM tooling and evaluation frameworks.

What additional benefits are offered beyond base salary?

In addition to base pay, the role is eligible for 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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