Home
/
Comprehensive
/
Senior Data Scientist
Senior Data Scientist-March 2024
Baton Rouge
Mar 28, 2026
About Senior Data Scientist

Company :

Highmark Health

Job Description :

JOB SUMMARY

This job builds new analytical solutions which inform business processes and operations at the heart of our advanced analytics capability. The incumbent designs, executes and synthesizes point analytics to support specific business questions, programs or initiatives. The incumbent is a data-driven problem solver who understands and utilizes the Organization's business partner’s strategies, goals and processes to answer critical business questions by leveraging and synthesizing the large volume and variety of data available to them. Draws on tools and methods from statistics and machine learning to perform analysis, create predictive models, visualize data, and drive projects through to delivery of the intended outcome. Continuously scans and tests new data sources, tools, and analytical techniques and partners with leading institutions and experts to contribute to our portfolio of next-generation analytic projects.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Work directly with the business to understand their business processes and aims, then identify how analytical solutions could help deliver value for them. This would include being accountable for:

Outlining complex new use cases + creating high level impact estimates

Identifying data elements needed and where to get them (including proxies)

Assembling data sets independently using knowledge of Highmark operational and analytic data structures

Deliver the analytical solution to a complex business problem

Documenting objectives, assumptions and processes in line with our standards

Select and apply the appropriate advanced modeling/machine learning techniques to these data sets to deliver business insight, ensuring that the final analysis is well researched, accurate, and documented. This requires: Experience with a substantial number of advanced analytical techniques and proficiency in a few, evidenced by in-depth knowledge and delivery record (for example regression models, tree-based learning, neural networks, clustering techniques, natural language processing)

Consult with the business to contextualize and translate the results of our analysis in a form which the business can understand and act upon. This will include: Written reports, presentation and data visualizations, and draws clear lines between the high-level problem specifications for colleagues and stakeholders, the analyses performed, and how the results link directly back to business objectives, and work with colleagues to deliver implementation which drives frontline workflow.

Plan, prepare and deliver/coordinate all elements of the analysis at the direction of a manager in such a way that it is delivered on time, to a high standard and ready to implement on a production basis (including dissemination through the Organization's user systems). This includes identifying the best route to implementation (developing the analytical solution accordingly).

Research self- directed new analytical skills and approaches, building relationships internally and externally to transfer knowledge and maintain their position as subject matter experts, consult with fellow data scientists and analysts to guide analysis and deliver larger projects.

Other duties as assigned or requested.

EDUCATION

Required

Master's Degree in Analytics, Mathematics, Physics, Computer and Information Science, Engineering or closely related field OR Bachelor's degree in Analytics, Mathematics, Physics, Computer and Information Science, Engineering plus 3 years of experience in lieu of Master's degreePreferred

NoneEXPERIENCE

Required

2 years Data Science

0 (if PhD Education)

Preferred

NoneLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

NonePreferred

NoneSKILLS

Analysis of business problems/needs

Analytical and Logical Reasoning/Thinking

Collaborative Problem Solving

Data Analysis with SQL, BigQuery

Statistical Analysis with Python, R

Written Oral Presentation Skills

Basic proto-typing/front end skills ​

Language (other than English)

None

Travel Requirement

0% - 25%

PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Position Type

Office-Based

Teaches / trains others regularly

Rarely

Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

Never

Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)

Never

Physical work site required

No

Lifting: up to 10 pounds

Frequently

Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds

Ocassionally

Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds

Rarely

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Pay Range Minimum:

$92,300.00

Pay Range Maximum:

$170,800.00

Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.

EEO is The Law

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity ( https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf )

We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact number below.

For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at [email protected]

California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice

Req ID: J254103

Comments
Welcome to zdrecruit comments! Please keep conversations courteous and on-topic. To fosterproductive and respectful conversations, you may see comments from our Community Managers.
Sign up to post
Sort by
Show More Comments
SIMILAR JOBS
Product Specialist
Be part of something altogether life-changing! Working at Cytiva in the Life Sciences industry means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible custom
Restaurant General Manager
Pay from $58,500.00/ year Welcome to your next chapter! Looking for a fun and rewarding career with exciting opportunity for career growth and advancement?! Then look no further, you've found it! Loo
Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant
Description Position at Lifespark Lifespark is a complete senior health company headquartered in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. Since 2004, we've been helping seniors stay healthy, navigate their health
Dining Services Assistant Manager
Overview Who We Are Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, and nutritional services within the healthcare market. For over 45 years, we hav
Shift Lead
Pay from $17.00/ hour You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are ind
Sr Communications Manager, Amazon Flex
Description At Amazon, we're working to be the most Customer-centric company on earth. One customer experience that we’re constantly looking to take to a new level is how we fulfill and deliver order
2024 - Amazon Fulfilment Associate (m/w/d) - Graben
2024 - Amazon Fulfilment Associate (m/w/d) - Graben Job ID:230108229 | Graben, BY Warehouse jobs page (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/landing_pages/versandmitarbeiter) >Amazon Fulfilment Associate - G
Executive Assistant
Description Work hard, have fun and make history with Amazon Web Services (AWS) Security Team! AWS Security is seeking an exceptionally bright, multitasking and self-motivated individual to support o
HR Manager, Last Mile PXT - Saudi National
Description At Amazon, we're working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people. Are you a seasoned HR leader that is ad
Parts Expediter / EPG Industrial Engine
Reference #: 1021139Cleveland Brothers Equipment Co., Inc., your local Caterpillar dealership, an equal opportunity employer, is looking for a highly motivated self-starter to join our growing team o
Copyright 2023-2026 - www.zdrecruit.com All Rights Reserved