Data Scientist - Fully Remote

Designs, documents, develops and delivers analyses using the latest innovations in computing tools including Data Lake technologies, Predictive Analytics (Machine Learning), Proprietary or Open Source Statistical Analysis, SQL, and Excel. Uses a variety of computing tools (e.g. Hadoop, H20, Hive, Pig Latin, Apache Spark, R Statistics Language, Predixion, Elastisearch, KNIME, Rapidminer, SQL, Excel, and/or other data mining tools), develops and maintains algorithms to predict patterns in claims payment data. Performs adhoc analyses that will vary in duration and complexity. Responsible for participation and/or leading the identification of issues to be studied as well as the methodology to be used in addressing these issues.

• Utilizes Machine Learning and supervised and unsupervised learning algorithms.
• Participates in defining issues to be studied as well as the methodology to be used in addressing these issues.
• Develops algorithms to determine predictive patterns within the data.
• Performs exploratory data analysis and data mining of healthcare claims and authorizations data.
• Leads development and presentation of compelling, validated stories to all levels of organization, including peers, senior management and internal customers to drive both strategic and operational changes in business.
• Performs adhoc analyses that will vary in duration and complexity.
• Provides status reports that give a detailed description of the current project`s progress and indicates time devoted to each task of the project.
• Coordinates and mentors analytic efforts performed by in-house staff or outside consultants to ensure that all work is completed according to the project plan.

Other Job Requirements

Responsibilities
5-8 years of experience conducting research and developing survey and measurement tools, transact-SQL (MS SQL or Oracle) and Hadoop experience.
Master's degree in technical or analytic field (e.g., computer science, statistics).
Must be proficient in using Hadoop, H20, SQL, and Excel.
Proficient with basic querying capabilities using ANSI SQL for relational database read only querying purposes.
Proficient in the use of the latest innovations in computing tools, Predictive Analytics, and Proprietary or Open Source Statistical Analysis.
Experience in data research, data based design and sampling methodologies. Experience working with normalized and de-normalized data structures.
Demonstrated ability to identify issues and propose methodological solutions.
Demonstrated competency in developing efficient and effective solutions to complex business problems.
Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret quantitative and qualitative analysis.
Must demonstrate effective communication skills - consulting, interpersonal, and presentation.
Ability to work under tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills and ability to interpret results of query analyses.
Ability to develop and communicate analytic results to support business questions.
Must be capable of translating complex IT and computer concepts to unfamiliar users of the information at the executive level.
Must be able to balance multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of quality.
Synthesizes analyses well, highlighting implications of findings.

General Job Information

Title
Data Scientist - Fully Remote

Grade
27

Work Experience - Required
Analytics/Informatics, IT, Research

Work Experience - Preferred

Education - Required
Bachelors - Computer and Information Science, Masters

Education - Preferred

License and Certifications - Required

License and Certifications - Preferred

Magellan Health, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.
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