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 position is aligned with the Workforce Acceleration Initiative (WAI), a federally funded program aimed at helping public health agencies improve their information systems.
• The Data Scientist will work within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Public Health Administration (PHA).
• Responsibilities include utilizing advanced analytics, statistical techniques, and innovative data science approaches, such as machine learning algorithms, to derive insights from Admission, Discharge, Transfer (ADT) messages for public health use.
• The role involves supporting the design and implementation of a decoupled ADT data environment and pilot projects to enhance interoperability between public health technology environments.
• The Data Scientist will engage with various stakeholders, including MDHHS, local public health, the state health information exchange entity (MiHIN), and other public health partners.
• The position is grant-funded and limited-term, ending on June 30, 2025, with a salary range of $92,700-$134,275 per year, based on experience and qualifications.
• The Data Scientist will be hired by the CDC Foundation and is eligible for a fully remote work arrangement for U.S.-based candidates.

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 is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience is required.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities are essential.
• Experience in assessing data quality across large datasets is necessary.
• Candidates must have experience interpreting complex datasets and deriving meaningful insights.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• The ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical partners and communicate public health concepts to technical audiences effectively is necessary.
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving project requirements and priorities is important.
• Experience in developing and implementing educational or training materials is preferred.
• 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 essential.
• Experience working in a virtual environment with remote partners and teams is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R is strongly preferred.
• Experience with data manipulation and analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Pandas, NumPy) is strongly preferred.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, Scikit-learn) is strongly preferred.

Benefits:

• The position offers a competitive salary range of $92,700-$134,275 per year, based on experience and qualifications.
• The role is eligible for a fully remote work arrangement for U.S.-based candidates.
• The Data Scientist will have the opportunity to contribute to significant public health initiatives and collaborate with various stakeholders.
• The position provides a chance to work in a dynamic public health program, with roles and responsibilities that may evolve to meet changing needs.
• The CDC Foundation is committed to a smoke-free environment and complies with all applicable laws regarding employment practices.