Data Scientist II

Company: Central California Alliance for Health
Location: Scotts Valley
Posted on: April 23, 2025

Job Description:

Data Scientist II

Location: Remote in California
We have an opportunity to join the Alliance as a Data Scientist II in the Data Analytics Department.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
Reporting to the Advanced Analytics Manager, this position:

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• Supports the design and development of data-driven exploratory analysis, predictive models, and decision models to address business issues related to healthcare management and value-based payment models
  
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to perform program evaluation, ROI analysis, and contribute to project development in areas such as population health and risk adjustment
  
• Provides technical expertise in statistical analysis, machine learning, and data science methodologies while contributing to process improvements and best practices
  
  ABOUT THE TEAM
  Data Analytics manages the Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW), and, using data science, provides Health reporting analytics and Advanced analytics. The data we collect, organize, and provide gives answers and insights that support our operation and guide future health care planning and optimization.
  THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
  
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  • Master's degree or PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
    
  • Experience delivering Shiny apps in production
    
  • Experience working on end-to-end generative AI and LLM projects
    
  • Working knowledge of regulations and guidelines related to Medicare and/or Medi-Cal
    
    WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL
    To read the full position description, and list of requirements .
    
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    • Knowledge of:
      
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      • Python and/or R
        
      • Program evaluation methodologies and ROI analysis and/or A/B Testing
        
      • Statistical analysis, machine learning, and data science methodologies
        
        
      • Ability to:
        
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        • Write clean, efficient, and reproducible code for data analysis and modeling
          
        • Develop data science tools for risk adjustment and program evaluation
          
        • Perform statistical analysis and interpret findings in a meaningful way
          
        • Quickly learn and apply knowledge of Medicare and Medi-Cal regulations and guidelines
          
          
          
        • Education and Experience:
          
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          • Master's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science or a related field and a minimum of three years of analytics experience in a healthcare setting, which included experience building and applying predictive models and performing programming using statistical software (a Bachelor's degree and two additional years of experience may substitute for the Master's degree); or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be qualifying
            
            
            
            OTHER INFORMATION
            
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            • We are in a hybrid work environment and we anticipate that the interview process will take place remotely via Microsoft Teams.
              
            • While some staff may work full telecommuting schedules, attendance at quarterly company-wide events or department meetings will be expected.
              
            • In-office or in-community presence may be required for some positions and is dependent on business need. Details about this can be reviewed during the interview process.
              
              The full compensation range for this position is listed by location below.
              
              The actual compensation for this role will be determined by our compensation philosophy, analysis of the selected candidate's qualifications (direct or transferrable experience related to the position, education or training), as well as other factors (internal equity, market factors, and geographic location).
              Typical areas in Zone 1: Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles area, San Diego area
              Typical areas in Zone 2: Fresno area, Bakersfield, Central Valley (with the exception of Sacramento), Eastern California, Eureka area
              
              Zone 1 (Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz)$109,101.38-$174,574.40 USDZone 2 (Mariposa and Merced)$99,282.64-$158,870.40 USD
              
              
              OUR BENEFITS
              Available for all regular Alliance employees working more than 30 hours per week. Some benefits are available on a pro-rated basis for part-time employees. These benefits are unavailable to temporary employees while on an assignment with the Alliance.
              
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              • Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
                
              • Ample Paid Time Off
                
              • 12 Paid Holidays per year
                
              • 401(a) Retirement Plan
                
              • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
                
              • Robust Health and Wellness Program
                
              • Onsite EV Charging Stations
                
                
                ABOUT US
                We are a group of over 500 dedicated employees, committed to our mission of providing accessible, quality health care that is guided by local innovation. We feel that our work is bigger than ourselves. We leave work each day knowing that we made a difference in the community around us.
                Join us at Central California Alliance for Health (the Alliance), where you will be part of a culture that is respectful, diverse, professional and fun, and where you are empowered to do your best work. As a regional non-profit health plan, we serve members in Mariposa, Merced, Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties. To learn more about us, take a look at our .
                The Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are an E-Verify participating employer
                
                At this time the Alliance does not provide any type of sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis without current or future needs for any type of employer supported or provided sponsorship.
                
                

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