Principal Health Data Scientist

Who We Are

Inovalon was founded in 1998 on the belief that technology, and data specifically, would empower the transformation of the entire healthcare ecosystem for the better, improving both outcomes and economics. At Inovalon, we believe that when our customers are successful in their missions, healthcare improves. Therefore, we focus on empowering them with data-driven solutions. And the momentum is building.

Together, as ONE Inovalon, we are a united force delivering solutions that address healthcare’s greatest needs. Through our mission-based culture of inclusion and innovation, our organization brings value not just to our customers, but to the millions of patients and members they serve.

Who You Are

As a Principal Health Data Scientist, you lead highly complex programming, analytics, and statistical modeling work that supports services for internal and external clients. You serve as an advanced individual contributor and subject matter expert, partnering with research scientists, health services researchers, health economists, clinicians, project managers, and business analysts to deliver actionable healthcare insights. You help the business solve strategic problems by turning large, complex datasets into scalable solutions, while also guiding less experienced team members and strengthening team capabilities.

What You’ll Do

• Lead advanced programming, analytics, and statistical work to generate insight from large administrative claims datasets, electronic medical records, and healthcare registry datasets.

• Develop and apply complex modeling, statistical analyses, and hypothesis testing to address key strategic business problems and support research and product offerings.

• Use SQL to perform advanced data extraction, transformation, and data management, and maintain well-documented libraries of source code and algorithms for future use.

• Communicate analytical findings clearly and precisely to internal stakeholders and external clients, translating complex results into actionable recommendations.

• Respond to and lead highly complex operational data requests, including ad hoc queries that support research projects and client deliverables.

• Provide quality control, quality assurance, and project review support, including solution-oriented guidance and cross-functional mentoring across project teams.

• Partner with Enterprise Data Management, Data Integration, MORE2 Registry®, and iPORT+™ teams to identify, understand, and resolve data issues and improve process efficiency, productivity, and scalability.

• Troubleshoot complex production-related issues and coordinate effective resolution across teams.

• Assist in evaluating data analytics vendors and tools to support team and business needs.

• Uphold responsibilities related to separation of duties, applicable processes, and procedures within your job function.

What You’ll Need

• 8+ years of professional experience in the healthcare or pharmaceutical industries working with administrative claims data and big data.

• Master’s degree in computer science, machine learning, applied mathematics, econometrics, statistics, engineering, physics, or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

• Advanced expertise in programming, analytics, statistics, and analytical modeling for complex healthcare data use cases.

• Strong experience working with administrative claims data, electronic medical records, healthcare registry data, and large-scale data environments.

• Advanced proficiency in SQL for data extraction, transformation, management, and ad hoc querying.

• Demonstrated ability to document source code, algorithms, and methods for reuse, quality, and scalability.

• Ability to learn new datasets, tools, and business domains quickly, expand scope over time, and apply new knowledge to improve performance and outcomes.

• Ability to influence cross-functional partners, mentor less experienced team members, and communicate persuasively on complex topics across disciplines.

• Ability to adapt effectively to changing priorities, new assignments, ambiguity, and evolving business needs while staying focused on results.

• Ability to generate practical, creative solutions to strategic business problems and improve data processes through innovative thinking.

• Strong analytical skills, including evaluating variable factors, drawing evidence-based conclusions, and selecting appropriate methods for complex issues.

• Experience evaluating data analytics vendors and tools.

Our Shared Commitments

• Maintain compliance with Inovalon’s policies, procedures and mission statement;

• Adhere to all confidentiality and HIPAA requirements as outlined within Inovalon’s Operating Policies and Procedures in all ways and at all times with respect to any aspect of the data handled or services rendered in the undertaking of the position; and

• Fulfill those responsibilities and/or duties that may be reasonably provided by Inovalon for the purpose of achieving operational and financial success of Employer.

Work Environment

• This is primarily a computer-based role performed in a remote, hybrid, or office environment. The role requires prolonged periods of computer use and frequent communication and interaction with others, either virtually and/or in person. The role may occasionally require transporting or moving work-related equipment weighing up to 10 pounds, such as a laptop and related materials. Some travel may be required, depending on the needs of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, consistent with applicable law.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, or E-3). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States as a condition of employment. (This is only applicable for US-based positions)

By embracing inclusion, we enhance our work environment and drive business success. Inovalon strives to provide equal opportunities to the communities where we operate and to our clients and everyone whom we serve. We endeavor to create a culture of inclusion in which our associates feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and pursue their professional goals in an equitable setting. We understand that by fostering this type of culture, and welcoming different perspectives, we generate innovation and growth.

Inovalon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirement.

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