Director of AI-ML and Algorithm Development

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare with leading businesses and products in diagnostics medical devices nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

WORKING AT ABBOTT:

At Abbott you can do work that matters grow and learn care for yourself and family be your true self and live a full life. Youll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of
• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors degree
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity working mothers female executives and scientists

WHAT YOULL WORK ON:

• Responsible for directing and coordinating all AI/ML and algorithm development activities necessary to deliver AI-enabled products and platform technologies.

• Define and execute the AI/ML technology strategy aligned with divisional and corporateobjectives.

• Lead teams developing machine learning deep learning signal processing computer vision predictive analytics foundation model generativeAIand decision-support algorithms.

• Lead R&D projects from requirements specifications system architecture risk management verification validation regulatoryapprovaland commercialization.

• Establish best practices for model development data governance explainability bias mitigationMLOpscybersecurityand lifecycle management.

• Partner with systems software clinical quality regulatory and business leaders to integrate AI and other algorithm capabilities into products.

• Proactively translate strategic organizational needs into AI programs that de-risk development and create competitiveadvantage.
• Build and lead an innovation engine that combines rapid prototyping physician co-creation and AI/ML research to accelerate the identification maturation and validation of breakthrough technologies for electrophysiology applications.
• Foster a culture of rapid experimentation learning and customer engagement by partnering directly with physicians and clinical experts to evaluate concepts de-risk technology investments and guide product development decisions.
• Advance engineeringexpertiseacross functions and provide expert technical reviews to senior management.
• Mentor technical leaders and build a culture of accountability innovationintegrityand high performance.
• Represent Abbott externally through publications conferencesstandardsorganizationsand strategic partnerships.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors or M.S. degree in Computer Science Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Data Science Electrical Engineering Biomedical Engineering Applied MathematicsStatisticsor relatedfield.

• 10-15 years of technical leadership experience with at least 5 years in a senior management role.

• Demonstrated success building and leading high-performance algorithm development organizations in regulated industries.

• Recognizedexpertisein AI/ML algorithm development and deployment of commercial products.

• Extensive knowledge of product development processes fromconceptsthrough launch and lifecycle management.

• Experience with Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) AI/ML-enabled medical devices or adjacent regulated technologies preferred.

• Proven ability to work across cross-functional teams and provide technical leadership.

• Excellent verbal writtenpresentationand executive communication skills.

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Preferred Qualifications and Education:

• Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Computer Science Biomed Engineering MathematicsStatisticsor related discipline.

• Experience with FDA EUMDRand emerging AI/ML regulatory frameworks.

• Experience developing foundation models generative AIsolutionsand advanced analytics platforms.

• Strong publication patent conference presentation or industry leadership record.

• Healthcare electrophysiology diagnostics cardiovascular or digital health experience.

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Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is

$149300.00 $298700.00

In specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Product Development

EP Electrophysiology

United States > Minnesota > St. Paul > Tech Center : One St Jude Medical Drive

Standard

Yes 15 % of the Time

Not Applicable

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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