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Staff Applied Scientist

Garner HealthNew York City, New YorkResearch
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Salary
$260K - $382K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
16 Jun 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

The Staff Applied Scientist position at Garner Health in New York City involves building the algorithmic systems that power provider evaluations, recommendations, and patient outcome optimizations. This role is well-suited for an experienced professional with a background in applied science who wants to solve complex, high-impact healthcare problems using artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Key Responsibilities

Own ambiguous, high-stakes problems end-to-end, setting the approach and framing for the applied science team.
Translate messy real-world healthcare and business constraints into clear objectives, tradeoffs, and decision frameworks.
Define metrics to evaluate solution success and validate systems before deployment.
Select appropriate methodologies ranging from machine learning and optimization to heuristics and simple rules.
Deliver algorithmic breakthroughs that impact core company metrics and set organizational standards.
Review applied science work across teams to ensure sound and correct methodology.
Build provider tiering algorithms, fine-tune LLM-based primary care experiences, and develop member engagement machine learning models.

Requirements

Six or more years of industry experience as an Applied Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, Research Scientist, or equivalent role; or four or more years of industry experience with a relevant advanced degree, preferably a PhD.
A bias toward action and the ability to quickly translate ideas into working prototypes.
Strong applied problem-solving skills with a track record of defining metrics and delivering solutions.
Recognized technical authority with strong judgment in choosing statistical models, heuristics, and optimization approaches.
Excellent communication skills with experience driving alignment at the executive level.

Skills and Tools

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

Salary and Benefits

Target base compensation range of $260,000 to $382,000 per year, depending on qualifications, skills, and applicable laws.
Equity incentive participation.
Flexible paid time off.
Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
401(k) plan with company match.
Flexible spending accounts.
Teladoc Health access and additional competitive benefits.

About the Company

Garner Health partners with employers to redesign the U.S. healthcare system by applying proprietary clinical metrics across specialties to a large patient dataset to identify top-performing doctors. The company uses incentives to direct members to high-quality care, helping millions access better healthcare while lowering costs.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly on the official Garner Health careers page.

Skills and tech stack

PythonPyTorchSQLAWSLLMSnowflake

Questions candidates ask

What is the location of the Staff Applied Scientist role?

The role is based in the Garner Health office in the Financial District of New York City, requiring an in-office presence three days per week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

What is the salary range for this position?

The target base compensation range is $260,000 to $382,000 per year, with individual compensation determined by 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 such as a PhD.

What technologies will I use in this role?

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

What benefits are provided in addition to base pay?

Eligible employees receive equity incentives, flexible paid time off, medical, dental, and vision plans, 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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