Software Engineer I - Digital Pathology

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Software Engineer I - Digital Pathology

We are seeking a Software Engineer I - Digital Pathology to join our team at MSKCC Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (DPLM). This role supports the development of AI-enabled tools in support of hematopathology and hematology patient care. This role is a strong fit for someone who wants to apply software engineering and machine learning to cancer care and research, including work related to bone marrow aspiration AI.

Role Overview

• Develop AI tools for analysis of bone marrow aspirate, blood, and other microscopy datasets

• Support the development of AI-enabled web-based software that assists pathologists and physicians in delivering optimal patient care

• Work with whole slide images, microscopy images, structured lab data, pathology reports, genomic data, and multimodal datasets

• Build and maintain software components that support AI models related to bone marrow aspiration and pathology workflows

• Collaborate closely with software developers, AI engineers, and physicians

• Participate in the full software development lifecycle from concept to deployment

• Ensure system reliability, scalability, and usability for clinical settings

• Contribute to improving diagnostic accuracy and workflow efficiency

Key Qualifications

• Previous experience developing AI tools for bone marrow aspirate smear images

• Previous experience developing AI tools for peripheral blood smear images

• Proficiency with web application software development

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team environment

• Previous experience with deep learning, classical computer-vision, and machine learning

Core Skills

• Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities

• Clear communication skills for working with technical and clinical stakeholders

• Adaptability to rapidly evolving AI and digital health technologies.

• Commitment to delivering high-quality, user-centered software solutions

Additional Information:

• Location: Remote

• Reports to: Assistant Attending, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

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