What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Scientist position at AmeriHealth Caritas Health Plan?
Responsibilities:
Develops analyses and models based on complex operational, economic and statistical data to solve new and complex problems, develop innovative strategies, quantify the competitive performance of the organization’s operations and/or markets, and evaluate the potential impact of changes. Develop analyses and models based on complex operational, economic and statistical data to quantify the competitive performance of business segments, evaluate potential operational changes, and design new approaches and methodologies. Defines problems, collects data, applies advanced economic and mathematical concepts, establishes facts and draws valid conclusions. Applies an in-depth understanding of advanced mathematical concepts, operations and statistics to solve new and complex problems and develop innovative strategies. Develops reports for management on the overall performance of business segments and develops metrics to measure various characteristics of the business. Analyzes historical operations and market information using business software packages and statistical software tools, and develops models to predict future outcomes.
Education/ Experience:
- Master’s Degree in Statistics or Mathematics.
- 5 to 10 years developing predictive models in healthcare or life sciences setting using SAS, JMP, or Enterprise Miner.