Sr Manager, Data Science

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Job Summary

This position is responsible for planning, managing, and controlling the activities of a team of analysts that provides advanced mathematical and statistical concepts and theories to analyze and collect data and construct solutions to business problems. Performing complex statistical analysis on experimental or business data to validate and quantify trends or patterns identified by business analysts. Constructing predictive models, algorithms and probability engines to support data analysis or product functions. Verifying model and algorithm effectiveness based on real-world results. Designing experiments and methodologies to generate and collect data for business use. Responsible for aiding tactical decision making by using predictive and prescriptive modeling; and extracting actionable insights by identifying patterns in structured and unstructured data.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality internal analytics / data science solutions.
• Manage analytics delivery plans, scope (number and type of analyses, assumptions), and timelines.
• Lead and manage the design and optimization of predictive algorithms and/or processes using advanced statistical/mathematical forecasting approaches.
• Drive the implementation of the solution through dedicated resources as well as coordination with other internal delivery product teams and cross-functional teams.
• Productize proven algorithms in a timely manner. Measure and improve the quality of analytics solutions on an ongoing basis.
• Closely work with business partners and lines of business to enhance outputs, troubleshoot data sourcing issues, etc.
• Plan, manage and control the activities of a team of analysts that provides advanced mathematical and statistical concepts and theories to analyze and collect data and construct solutions to business problems.
• Oversee complex statistical analysis on experimental or business data to validate and quantify trends or patterns identified by business analysts.
• Manage predictive models, algorithms and probability engines to support data analysis or product functions; verifies model and algorithm effectiveness based on real-world results.
• Manage the design of experiments and methodologies to generate and collect data for business use.
• Lead initiatives to analyze complex business problems and issues using data from internal and external sources.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with staff, co-workers, management, customers, etc.
• Manage staff including but not limited to: hiring, performance administration, pay administration, talent management, professional development, training and counseling, maintain knowledge of company programs and policies, and change management.
• Serve as a liaison and support the communications and strategy to the team and stakeholders.
• Oversee the budget and operations of the strategy team.

Required Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of work experience in a mathematical, statistical, computer science, engineering, physics, economics or related quantitative field; OR Actuarial credential or Master’s degree and 4 years of work experience in an advanced mathematical, statistical, engineering, physics or related quantitative field; OR Ph.D. and 2 years of work experience in a mathematical, statistical, computer science, engineering, physics, economics or related quantitative field; OR 8 years of work experience in an advanced mathematical, statistical, engineering, physics or related quantitative field.
• 3 years management and/or leadership experience.
• Leadership and/or management experience. Learning and growth mindset.
• Customer-focused.
• Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications including Access, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience in at least five of the following six areas: 1) data analysis and relational-style query languages; 2) machine learning and/or statistical modeling; 3) data visualization; 4) a high-level programming language; 5) distributed computing; 6) understanding of healthcare.
• A track record of independently delivering or leading the delivery of a complex analytics or data science project.
• Mentoring, managing, or leading junior analytics or data science staff.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field, or bachelor's degree with significant healthcare experience.

We encourage people of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Even if you don’t meet every listed qualification, apply anyway - you might have qualifications we haven’t even thought of yet.

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HCSC Employment Statement:

HCSC is committed to diversity in the workplace and to providing equal opportunity and affirmative action to employees and applicants. We are an Equal Opportunity Employment / Affirmative Action employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. Drug screening and background investigation are required, as allowed by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.