Eric Wait, PhD
Associate Director for Data Science Services — Data Science Institute, University of Wisconsin–Madison
I lead a team of data scientists and research software engineers who turn ambitious research questions into working systems.
Off campus, I take on select consulting engagements in imaging, ML, and patent/IP technical analysis.
Communication under pressure, cross-functional alignment, operational discipline
Production clinical tools, FDA-aligned delivery, sustainable solutions at Elephas Biosciences
Open-source GPU libraries still globally adopted today
The Rare Combination
PhD-level technical expertise in GPU-accelerated ML systems and exceptional ability to translate complexity into clarity. I connect C-suite strategy with engineering execution, accelerating delivery and ensuring technical excellence serves business goals. Today I do this at UW–Madison's Data Science Institute, where my team is the front door for data science across campus.
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Available for select independent consulting engagements — see Consulting.