Image Data Scientist

Pride Global

South San Francisco, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50–$63.82 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Communication Skills, Computer Programming, Computer Vision, Data Science, Data Visualization, Deep Learning, Git, Histopathology, Image Processing, Machine Learning, Pathology, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Risk Analysis, Statistics, Team Player
LOCATION
South San Francisco, CA
POSTED
8 days ago
The Science Team at Russell Tobin and Associates is hiring a "Image Data Scientist" for a top leading biotechnology organization.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement image processing pipelines for histopathology and whole-slide images (WSI)
  • Apply classical computer vision and machine learning techniques for image classification, segmentation, and feature extraction
  • Design and deploy deep learning models for digital pathology tasks (e.g., instance/semantic segmentation)
  • Process and analyze gigapixel whole-slide images using tools such as OpenSlide
  • Collaborate with pathologists to translate biological questions into computational workflows
  • Perform statistical analysis and data visualization to support research findings
  • Contribute to AI-driven tool development for pathology interpretation and risk assessment

Required Skills
  • Strong programming in Python (NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, OpenCV)
  • Solid foundation in computer vision and image analysis
  • Hands-on experience with whole-slide image (WSI) processing (e.g., OpenSlide)
  • Experience with machine learning for image classification and segmentation
  • Proficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows
  • Strong communication and ability to work in cross-disciplinary teams
  • Master’s or PhD in a relevant field OR minimum 5+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Skills
  • Deep learning expertise using PyTorch / TensorFlow / Keras
  • Experience with instance segmentation and object detection frameworks (e.g., Detectron2)
  • Familiarity with HPC environments and SLURM
  • Experience with digital pathology tools (e.g., HALO, Visiopharm, QuPath)
  • Workflow orchestration tools (e.g., Airflow, Dagster)
  • Cloud computing experience (especially AWS EC2)
  • Ability to build simple GUIs (Tkinter / PyQt)
Additional Details:
  • Location: South San Francisco, CA
  • Position Type: 6-Months Contract
  • Pay rate approved: $55-62/hr. on W2 depending on experience

Must be authorized to work in the United States.

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Pride Global and its affiliates, including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, Pride Now, and Pride One, offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pride Global and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
Pride Global and its affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us. 
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
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About the Company

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Pride Global

Pride Global is a minority-owned integrated human capital solutions firm headquartered in New York with operating companies throughout the United States, Canada, India and Brazil. Pride Global companies focus on a diverse array of services including vendor management, payroll programs, business process optimization, and staffing for both direct hire and contingent labor.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1983
WEBSITE
http://prideglobal.com