Associate Applied Scientist

Job overview

The Associate Applied Scientist works in New York, NY. Compensation is not specified in the listing’s structured pay fields. Garner Health’s mission is to improve the U.S. healthcare system by helping members find high-performing doctors and access higher-quality, lower-cost care. Embedded in the Applied Science team, the scientist develops and improves production algorithms that help answer healthcare and business questions. The work translates real-world constraints into measurable objectives and evaluates solutions against outcomes.

What you'll do

• Ship production algorithmic systems from problem framing through launch and iteration
• define objectives, tradeoffs, and decision frameworks
• establish metrics and validate solutions
• select machine learning, optimization, heuristics, or rules as appropriate
• review peers’ code and analyses
• develop understanding of the healthcare economy and Garner’s role in it.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate applied scientist

new york ny

garner health

applied science

healthcare

algorithms

machine learning

optimization

python

sql

ai

expected graduation 2026–2027

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Equity incentive plan
• flexible PTO
• medical, dental, and vision plan options
• 401(k) with company match
• flexible spending accounts
• Teladoc Health.

Why this role

The posting targets candidates pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related STEM field with expected graduation in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027. The description states target base compensation of $150,000; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

About the employer

Garner Health is hiring for this role. Industry: Direct Health and Medical Insurance Carriers. Sector: 52.