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Applied Scientist (Human-Centric Modeling)

ResearchNew York CityOn SiteFull Time

$150K – $300K • $300K – $1M Equity

US Visa and Green Card sponsorship available

About Amigo

We build AI that puts people first. Instead of just making organizations more efficient, we ensure AI systems actually help humans thrive.

We focus on healthcare because getting things right matters most in this field. Our technology provides organizations with confidence that their AI is functioning correctly before deployment. We use advanced testing and verification to make sure these systems are reliable enough for critical decisions.

We operate globally and follow strict regulations. We've raised $6.5M from investors, including General Catalyst and GSV Ventures. Our team comes from diverse backgrounds—tech, psychology, economics, healthcare, and policy—all working together to create AI that organizations can trust and that genuinely benefits people.

About this role

As an Applied Scientist - Human-Centric Modeling at Amigo, you'll develop models that capture the complex dynamics of human behavior in healthcare contexts. You'll design systems that model patient-provider interactions, population-level health behaviors, and the human factors that influence healthcare outcomes. Your work enables our AI systems to optimize around human-centric problems by understanding and predicting human behavior patterns in clinical settings.

What you'll do

  • Design models of human behavior in healthcare contexts, including patient-provider interactions

  • Build population-level models that capture demographic variations and health behavior patterns

  • Create systems that model healthcare workflows and human decision-making processes

  • Build frameworks for understanding and modeling bias in human healthcare decisions

  • Design systems that optimize AI behavior for human-centric outcomes

  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure models reflect clinical reality

What we're looking for

  • Strong background in behavioral modeling or human-computer interaction

  • Experience with statistical models for human behavior prediction

  • Knowledge of healthcare systems and clinical workflows

  • Understanding of statistical methods for analyzing human behavior data

  • Track record of building models that capture complex human behavior patterns

Nice to have

  • Healthcare industry experience or clinical research background

  • Experience with conversational AI or dialogue systems

  • Background in health psychology or behavioral economics

  • Knowledge of healthcare regulations and patient privacy requirements

Benefits

Health & Wellness

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Mental health support and wellness coaching

  • Flexible wellness stipend for fitness, therapy, or personal growth

  • Daily catered lunch and dinner

Growth & Development

  • Annual learning budget for courses, books, or conferences

  • Conference attendance budget for professional development

  • Development setup of your choice

  • Academic collaboration opportunities

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