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Heluna Health · 2 days ago

Senior Data Scientist

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$9,333/mo - $12,576.46/mo

4+ years exp

Heluna Health is focused on healthcare data analysis to support decision-making in the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services. The Senior Data Scientist will manage advanced analytical projects, develop machine learning models, and provide strategic insights to enhance data-informed decision-making.

Health CareNon ProfitSponsorship

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage the development of predictive, prescriptive, and diagnostic models to address complex business problems and optimize decision-making processes

Apply advanced statistical methods, machine learning algorithms, and data mining techniques to analyze large and varied datasets, uncovering trends and patterns that provide actionable insights

Fine-tune and optimize models, ensuring they are scalable, efficient, and aligned with business requirements

Mentor junior data scientists and guide their model development, statistical analysis, and data science practices

Design, train, and optimize machine learning models for forecasting, anomaly detection, and automation

Collaborate with engineering teams to improve data pipelines, ensure data integrity, and enhance model deployment

Create and deliver high-quality, clear, and actionable reports and dashboards, translating complex data findings into easily understandable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Use advanced visualization tools and techniques to convey analytical results effectively to leadership and business teams

Develop and implement metrics and KPIs that measure the effectiveness of data science initiatives and model performance

Work closely with business leaders and stakeholders to define data needs and prioritize projects that align with organizational goals and objectives

Translate complex technical concepts into actionable business insights and recommendations for non-technical audiences

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, and IT, to design and implement data solutions that drive business impact

Stay abreast of emerging data science techniques, industry trends, and technologies to drive innovation within the team and ensure best-in-class data science practices

Research initiatives that explore new methods for data analysis, modeling, and automation

Contribute to the continuous improvement of data science workflows, tools, and methodologies within the organization

Qualification

Machine LearningStatistical ModelingData EngineeringPredictive AnalyticsData VisualizationCloud ComputingAgile MethodologiesCommunication SkillsMentoringContinuous Learning

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited institution in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field

4+ years of experience in data science, advanced analytics, or a related role

Extensive hands-on experience in machine learning, AI, and predictive modeling

Advanced programming skills in Python, R, or SQL for model development and data processing

Expertise in cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data technologies

Strong experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) for storytelling and reporting

Deep knowledge of data engineering concepts, ETL processes, and model deployment

Proven ability to complete data science projects from ideation to implementation

Excellent communication skills to present complex insights to both technical and non-technical audiences

Experience mentoring junior data scientists and fostering a data-driven culture

Strong understanding of agile methodologies and project management principles

Commitment to innovation and staying at the forefront of industry trends

Successful clearing through the Live Scan process with the County of Los Angeles

Company

Heluna Health

Heluna Health offers program services & fiscal sponsorship for public health agencies, academic researchers, public/private consortia.

Founded in 1968

City Of Industry, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.helunahealth.org/

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