Data Scientist

Freelance Senior Data Scientist (m/f/d)

Location: Hybrid (Flexible), Munich

Engagement Type: Freelance / Contract

Length: 12 months

Rate: Up to 100 EUR/hour (Flexible for the right candidate)

About the Opportunity

A fast-growing startup at the intersection of machine learning and biomedical research is seeking a freelance Senior Data Scientist to support its mission to revolutionize cancer and disease diagnostics through AI-powered tissue analysis. Spun out of a leading European university and medical center, and backed by Series A funding, the team partners with top academic and industry stakeholders across Europe and North America.

This freelance role offers the chance to work on meaningful, cutting-edge projects in digital pathology and medical imaging, while enjoying flexible, remote-friendly collaboration.

What You’ll Do

• As a freelance Senior Data Scientist, you will:
• Lead or contribute to technical collaborations with academic or industry partners
• Design and run machine learning experiments on high-resolution biomedical image data
• Translate complex biomedical questions into scalable, AI-driven solutions
• Develop and test proof-of-concept models, with potential for production deployment
• Collaborate with internal teams and mentor junior scientists as needed
• Present and document technical findings clearly and professionally

What We’re Looking For

• MSc or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Bioinformatics, or related fields
• 3+ years of hands-on experience developing ML models for research or applied use
• Strong programming skills in Python, with a good handle on modern ML frameworks
• Comfortable with Linux environments and cloud-based computing tools
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Self-directed and able to manage independent projects with minimal oversight

Nice to Have:

• Experience with computer vision or digital pathology
• Background in biomedical data analysis
• Prior freelance or consulting experience in research or tech industries

How to apply:

To apply, please send your CV (PDF format) to [email protected], I look forward to hearing about why you are the right candidate for the role!