Data Scientist Emory Office of Well-Being

Overview:

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs
• And more

Work Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid, 3-days onsite)

Description:

• A data scientist, a high-level individual contributor, will be collaborating with cross-functional teams
• This role involves leading and coordinating data-driven efforts across different departments or disciplines
• Effective communication, adaptability, and a strong understanding of both technical and business aspects are essential for success in this role
• 1.Strategic Planning:
• Work closely with stakeholders from various functional areas (such as IT, marketing, finance, and operations) to understand their data needs and align analytics initiatives with organizational goals
• Develop a strategic vision for data analysis and drive its implementation
• 2. Data Governance and Quality Assurance:
• Establish data governance policies and procedures to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and security
• Collaborate with data engineers and data scientists to maintain high-quality data pipelines and databases.
• 3. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between teams
• Translate business requirements into data analysis tasks and vice versa
• Bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders
• 4. Project Management:
• Lead cross-functional projects related to data analysis, reporting, and insights
• Define project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Monitor progress and address any roadblocks
• 5. Data Exploration and Visualization:
• Explore large datasets to identify patterns, trends, and insights
• Data sources include electronic health records (e.g., EPIC), decision support systems (e.g, EPSi, StrataJazz), and other healthcare systems
• Create visualizations (such as charts, graphs, and dashboards) to communicate findings effectively
• 6. Statistical Analysis and Modeling:
• Apply statistical techniques to analyze data and draw meaningful conclusions
• Collaborate with data scientists to build predictive models when necessary
• 7. Change Management and Training:
• Support organizational change related to data initiatives
• Train team members on data tools, best practices, and analytical methods
• 8.Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION: A bachelors degree, a master's degree preferred

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• At least 5 years of experience either in healthcare or data analytics
• At least 2 years of experience working for payor companies or healthcare systems
• At least 2 years of experience in relational database
• Proficient in SQL and at least 1 other programming languages (e.g., Python, R, SAS)
• Experience in statistical modeling, machine learning, AI
• Excellent presentation skills
• Experience in strategic planning and workflow optimization
• Mentor and coach the broader analytic team and service line operation leaders

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• EPIC certified or experience working with Epic Clarity data
• Experience in Strata or similar decision support system
• Management experience
• Agile experience
• Leads a team
• Helps develop and implement a solution and/or analytical strategy for the group
• Manage customer relationships, communicating results and recommendations to project sponsors, clients & various senior level audiences
• Guide decision-making through data-driven recommendations

The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Additional Details:

Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

ACCOMMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.