Remote Data Scientist

Description:

• The Data Scientist will play a crucial role in advancing the CDC Foundation's mission by leveraging data to inform strategic decisions and initiatives in a public health organization.
• This role is aligned to the Workforce Acceleration Initiative (WAI), a federally funded CDC Foundation program aimed at helping public health agencies improve their information systems.
• The Data Scientist will provide technical assistance and support in utilizing data visualization software such as Tableau and Power BI.
• The incumbent will build staff capacity within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Public Health Administration (PHA) to develop a strong understanding of data visualization principles.
• Responsibilities include developing, implementing, and improving data analysis and visualization tools for organizational staff, analyzing diverse datasets related to public health issues, and serving as a trusted advisor on data visualization and reporting best practices.
• The Data Scientist will create compelling visualizations and reports to communicate findings and present data-driven insights to facilitate informed decision-making.
• Collaboration with MDHHS PHA and its partners to understand their data needs and objectives is essential.
• The position is fully remote for U.S. based candidates and is grant funded with a limited-term opportunity ending on June 30, 2025.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Data Science, Statistics, Epidemiology, Health Informatics, or a related field is required; a Master’s or PhD in a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience is required.
• Expertise with data visualization tools such as Tableau and Power BI is necessary.
• Experience with data manipulation and analysis tools like SQL, Pandas, and NumPy is required.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities are essential.
• The ability to interpret complex datasets and derive meaningful insights is necessary.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical partners effectively.
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving project requirements and priorities is important.
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills are required, along with the ability to develop productive relationships with colleagues and partners.
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently and within teams is necessary.
• Experience working in a virtual environment with remote partners and teams is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is necessary.

Benefits:

• The salary range for this position is $92,700-$134,275 per year, plus benefits, with individual salary offers based on experience and qualifications.
• The position offers a fully remote work arrangement for U.S. based candidates.
• The role provides an opportunity to contribute to significant public health initiatives and collaborate with various stakeholders.
• The position is grant funded, providing a unique opportunity to work on a limited-term project with a focus on public health improvement.