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Job Title: Lead Data Scientist
Location: Houston, TX
Salary Range: $125,000 – $140,000 annually
Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite
Industry: Healthcare / Health Technology
Job Summary
We are seeking a Lead Data Scientist to join our healthcare analytics team. This role will lead the analysis of complex, structured and unstructured data sets using advanced statistical methods and machine learning techniques to enable data-driven decision-making. The Lead Data Scientist will work closely with cross-functional teams, provide actionable insights for complex business problems, and present findings to executive leadership.
The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience, proven ability in building large-scale data sets, and expertise in healthcare data analytics.
Responsibilities
- Lead high-priority data science projects from inception to completion, delivering actionable insights.
- Analyze large, complex data sets (structured and unstructured) using advanced statistical and machine learning methods.
- Develop and apply predictive models, algorithms, and data mining tools to support business strategies.
- Present insights and findings clearly to C-level executives and key stakeholders.
- Mentor junior data scientists and provide technical leadership within the team.
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure data accuracy, governance, and compliance.
- Maintain and optimize existing data models while ensuring scalability and efficiency.
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:
- 7 years of experience in data science, analytics, or related roles.
- Project leadership experience managing data science initiatives.
- Healthcare experience (hospital, medical informatics, EHR data, or health IT) preferred.
Technical Skills:
- Advanced knowledge of statistical modeling and machine learning techniques (e.g., clustering, decision trees, neural networks).
- Proficiency in SQL and statistical analysis tools (Python, R).
- Expertise in building and managing large data sets and working with incomplete data sources.
- Strong ability to translate data findings into actionable business recommendations.
- AWS Certification (Required).
- Cogito experience (Required).
Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication skills for presenting to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical reasoning, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $125,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have Cogito experience? (Yes/No)
- Do you currently hold an AWS Certification? (Yes/No)
- Can you provide an example of a time you presented insights to C-level executives? (Short answer)
- Are you willing to work onsite or relocate to Houston, TX? (Yes/No)
- Best time to discuss further process for submitting profile?
- Do you have 7 years of professional experience in data science?
- Have you led data science projects and presented insights to C-level executives? (Yes/No)
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- leading data science projects: 2 years (Required)
- building and managing large-scale data sets: 1 year (Required)
- Data science: 7 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- AWS Certification (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $125,000 - $140,000
