The Lead Data Scientist will manage the data science project life cycle and apply advanced statistical techniques to solve complex healthcare data problems. They are responsible for communicating insights to stakeholders and executing data-driven storytelling to support business decision-making.
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and at least seven years of professional experience in data science. Proficiency in machine learning, SQL, and statistical analysis within a healthcare or clinical environment is required.
Job Details
Job Type: FULL TIME
Visa Sponsorship: No
Education: bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Work Arrangement: On-site
Experience Level: 5 - 10 years
Hours: 40 hrs/week
Language: English
Key Skills
Machine learningStatistical analysisSQLData science project life cycleTime series forecastingLinear regressionA/B testingClusteringData modelingProject managementAnalytical reasoningProblem solvingStorytelling with dataHealthcare information technologyElectronic health record managementCommunication
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Lead Data Scientist Full Time Role Location: Houston, Texas, Onsite
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s Degree in science, engineering, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or related STEM field required. Master’s Degree in Data Science preferred.
Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
Seven (7) years of experience in data science is required
Professional experience in hospital setting, medical informatics, healthcare information technology/finance/revenue cycle data management, or Electronic Health Record (EHR) data management is preferred
Business analytical skills (process flows, procedures, spreadsheets, modeling, etc.), technical expertise, mathematical skills and good understanding of design and architecture principles are required
Possesses deep understanding of a variety of machine learning techniques (clustering, decision tree learning, artificial neural networks, etc.) and their real-world advantages/drawbacks
Proficient understanding of advanced statistical techniques and concepts (regression, properties of distributions, statistical tests and proper usage, etc.) and experience with applications
Ability to communicate, gather requirements and execute storytelling with data
Possesses advanced level knowledge of the data science project life cycle
Proficient programming skills in addition to a working knowledge and experience of statistical analysis tools
Demonstrates proficiency in problem solving, analytical reasoning and decision-making skills
Demonstrates proficiency in identifying and seeking needed information to perform problem/situation analysis
Advanced level of understanding and experience in researching and resolving data issues with a logical, instinctive, and problem-solving mentality working with large, complex and incomplete sources
Exhibits strong project management skills, with an ability to work independently on multiple projects with competing priorities and a strong commitment to meeting goals and deadlines
Advanced understanding of SQL database management tools
Exceptional analytical skills and ability to understand and interpret results based on advanced statistical techniques
Strong written and verbal communication skills in IT and business environments; ability to communicate to technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to work under minimal supervision in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment
Advanced knowledge of data science methods – time series forecasting, linear regression, A/B testing, statistical testing, Clustering, etc.
Superior customer service in the form of first-rate work products and project management
Strong ability to manage challenging client situations
Strong ability to troubleshoot and recommend solutions
Strong ability to translate complex information for a wide range of stakeholders
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