Lead Data Scientist

Role Overview

Aetna, a CVS Health company, is seeking a Principal Data Scientist to lead advanced analytics, forecasting, and scientific modeling efforts that drive enterprise-level Star Ratings performance. This role is a senior individual contributor and thought leader responsible for defining and scaling the next generation of Stars forecasting, cutpoint analytics, and performance modeling.

Position Summary

Designs, develops, and maintains complex Tableau reports for scalability, manageability, extensibility, performance, and re-use. Interacts directly with key high-level stakeholders, end-users, and colleagues to design and develop Dashboards in Tableau. Works with other teams to create useful reports and dashboards that provide insight, improve/automate processes, or otherwise add value to team. Strong experience of data extracts, data blending, publishing dashboards. Apply advanced technical, analytical and consultative skills utilizing an extensive knowledge of healthcare data, Tableau and information systems to develop and deliver reporting components that satisfy business needs within defined SLAs.

Education

• A bachelor's degree in a related field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Economics, Computer Science, or related field.
• Advanced degrees (Master's or Ph.D.) in these fields are highly desirable.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years in data science, analytics, or forecasting roles
• Significant experience in Medicare Stars or healthcare quality analytics preferred
• Experience leading large-scale forecasting or Stars performance programs
• Proven track record of delivering enterprise-scale analytics solutions and business impact

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: Professional certifications in data science, machine learning, or business analytics can be beneficial.
• Experience with CMS Stars regulatory interpretation and analytics
• Prior work in Medicare Advantage or healthcare quality organizations

Pay Range

The Typical Pay Range For This Role Is $118,450.00 - $284,280.00 This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.