Datavant · 2 weeks ago
Data Scientist, Privacy
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$136K/yr - $170K/yrDatavant is a data platform company and the world’s leader in health data exchange. As part of the Privacy Science team, the Data Scientist will ensure patient privacy is safeguarded while analyzing large health datasets and contributing to research on re-identification risk.
BiopharmaClinical TrialsData IntegrationHealth CareSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Critically analyze large health datasets using standard and bespoke software libraries
Discuss your findings and progress with internal and external stakeholders
Produce high quality reports which summarise your findings
Contribute to research activities as we explore novel and established sources of re-identification risk
Qualification
Required
Excellent communication skills
Meticulous attention to detail in the production of comprehensive, well-presented reports
A good understanding of statistical probability distributions, bias, error and power as well as sampling and resampling methods
Seeks to understand real-world data in context rather than consider it in abstraction
Familiarity or proficiency with programmable data analysis software R or Python, and the desire to develop expertise in its language
Application of scientific methods to practical problems through experimental design, exploratory data analysis and hypothesis testing to reach robust conclusions
Strong time management skills and demonstrable experience of prioritising work to meet tight deadlines
Initiative and ability to independently explore and research novel topics and concepts as they arise, to expand Privacy Hub's knowledge base
An appreciation of the need for effective methods in data privacy and security, and an awareness of the relevant legislation
Familiarity with Amazon Web Services cloud-based storage and computing facilities
Preferred
Experience creating documents using LATEX
Detailed knowledge of one or more types of health information, e.g., genomics, disease, health images
Experience working with or supporting public sector organizations, such as federal agencies (e.g., CMS, NIH, VA, CDC), state health departments, or public health research partners
Familiarity with government data environments, procurement processes, or privacy frameworks in regulated settings is highly valued
Company
Datavant
Datavant protects, connects, and delivers the world’s health data to power better decisions and advance human health.
Founded in 2017
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$80.5MKey Investors
Transformation Capital
2020-10-08Series B· $40M
2018-04-30Series Unknown· $40.5M
Leadership Team
Jasmin Phua
Head of Government Solutions
Recent News
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