Machine Learning Scientist at mDoc Healthcare Limited

mDoc is digital health start up that leverages behavioral science, data, technology and quality improvement methodologies to improve access to quality healthcare for people with chronic health needs in sub-Saharan Africa. We are seeking an all-star product suite lead to join our team. Our ethos is etched in the belief that augmenting the healthcare & technology landscape is paramount to helping Africa unlock its true potential. We are on a mission to transform how African healthcare consumers receive the support they need to live longer, healthier, happier and more productive lives.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Machine Learning Scientist

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

• We are looking for a passionate Machine Learning Scientist to develop and implement cutting-edge ML models to enhance telehealth services.
• This role is perfect for individuals who thrive on tackling profound research questions, deploying innovative AI solutions, and advancing healthcare outcomes through technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Advance the performance of large language models (LLMs) tailored for virtual health coaching through research and development.
• Lead the end-to-end ML development process: data preparation, modeling, deployment, and performance monitoring.
• Design evaluation processes to ensure accuracy, fairness, and scalability of ML models.
• Conduct ML and AI research, focusing on LLMs to drive product innovation.
• Stay updated on the latest ML advancements and share insights with the team.
• Prototype and test new solutions for feasibility and impact.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement ML solutions that align with business goals.
• Develop technical reports, research papers, and presentations to communicate findings effectively.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, AI, or related fields (Ph.D. preferred).
• 3+ years of professional experience developing and deploying ML models, preferably in healthcare.
• Expertise in Python and ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like GCP, AWS, or Azure.
• Strong understanding of statistical methods, data analysis, and visualization.
• Experience with healthcare data (EHR, medical imaging, etc.) is a plus.
• Proven skills in researching, prototyping, and presenting findings to diverse audiences.
• Focus on LLMs with experience implementing solutions using these models.

Nice-to Have Skills:

• Knowledge of data privacy laws (e.g., HIPAA).
• Published research in LLMs or top-tier ML journals.
• Strong motivation to leverage LLMs to revolutionize healthcare.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Resume or Curriculum Vitae and A 1–2 paragraph response in your email explaining why this role excites you and why you are a good fit to:  [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.