Senior ML Research Scientist

November 10, 2024

🏄 California – Remote

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⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

🧬 Research Scientist

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NextSense, Inc

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NextSense, Inc. is a company focused on developing brain-sensing earbuds designed to improve sleep and focus. Their clinical-grade technology combines decades of neuroscience with advanced computing to deliver real-time neural insights directly from the user's ear. NextSense aims to democratize access to neural insights by providing a consumer-friendly solution that enhances sleep and brain health. The company's earbuds are used not only for passive sleep tracking but also to create audio experiences that promote quality sleep. These wearable devices also monitor daytime neural activity to improve mental vigilance and overall energy levels. The innovative platform supports a wide range of applications, including stroke, seizure, and concussion, through novel state-based applications. NextSense operates with an API-driven approach, facilitating the integration of multiple use cases for performance improvement and therapeutic needs.

hearable

11 - 50 employees

🧘 Wellness

📋 Description

• As a ML/Research Scientist, you will play a crucial role in developing next-generation wearable neurotechnologies. • You will design, implement, and lead innovative research to develop novel digital biomarkers and applications for various neurological conditions. • You will work with industry partners and academic leaders on clinical trials and collaborative research projects. • You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of scientists, medical specialists, HW/SW engineers, and product managers to translate fundamental scientific knowledge into clinical and consumer products. • Design, execute, and present cutting-edge research to advance our biosensing earbud technology. • Apply signal processing, machine learning, and statistical analysis to decode biosignals. • Develop algorithms for automated detection of healthy and pathological neural signatures. • Contribute to the implementation of data analysis pipelines for large-scale physiological signals from clinical studies. • Collect, analyze, and interpret data for pilot and clinical studies. • Collaborate with engineering and product teams to integrate the latest research into prototypes and products. • Assist in writing peer-reviewed publications and conference abstracts. • Engage in building tools, libraries, or processes that are used throughout the company or in the open-source community.

🎯 Requirements

• Masters in computational neuroscience, systems neuroscience, bioengineering, bioinformatics, computer science, electrical engineering, or related fields/experience • Strong Python programming skills; ability to demonstrate mastery through work experience or personal projects • Strong technical skills associated with biosignal time-series analysis, including signal processing, machine/deep learning, advanced statistics, and data visualization • Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal communication, and presentation skills • Passionate about neurotechnologies and their potential to benefit society • 5+ years industry experience (preferred) • Comfortable conducting conventional and mobile EEG recordings or willing to learn (preferred) • Experience with cloud-based platforms (GCP preferred) • Ability to strive in a fast-paced startup environment (preferred) • Demonstrated productive publishing record (preferred) • Experience with version control (e.g., Git) (preferred)

🏖️ Benefits

• Flexible/hybrid work schedule (built-in work from home days) • Equity • Retirement savings (no employer matching at this stage) • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance • Wellness-bundle, commuter benefits • Paid vacation, holidays, parental leave