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Nest Health · 10 hours ago

Data Scientist

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Nest Health is a healthcare startup focused on making medical, behavioral, and social care accessible to high-risk families. They are seeking a proactive Data Scientist to enhance their analytic capabilities through predictive modeling and AI insights, collaborating with various teams to optimize patient outcomes and resource allocation.

Child CareMedicalMental HealthWellness

Responsibilities

Build and deploy predictive models that drive core business decisions, such as patient risk stratification and chum prediction to operational efficiency and workforce optimization

Conduct statistical analyses and hypothesis testing to inform strategic initiatives

Build simulation models for workforce planning and cost optimization

Partner with Data Engineering to ensure robust data pipelines and feature stores

Work closely with Reporting & Analytics team to integrate predictive insights into dashboards

Document methodologies, assumptions, and validation processes for audit readiness

Identify and explore AI- driven automation opportunities across clinical and operational workflows, proactively surfacing new use cases where data can drive impact

Qualification

PythonSQLMachine LearningCloud-based infrastructureStatistical analysisHealthcare data knowledgeCommunication skillsCollaboration

Required

We value skills over specific degrees. Relevant backgrounds include (but are not limited to) Computer Science, Statistics, Public Health, Mathematics, Economics, or comparable self-taught experience/bootcamps

3+ years in data science or advanced analytics, preferable in healthcare or value-based care

Proficiency in Python, SQL, and ML frameworks

Experience with cloud-based infrastructure

Familiarity with visualization and BI tools

Strong communication skills to translate complex concepts into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders

Preferred

Solid understanding of healthcare data and Value Based Care models is a plus

Benefits

Family- centric health support with access to Lyric’s comprehensive services for urgent care, behavioral health, psychology, and psychiatry for you and your entire family, including virtual veterinary care for your pets

Company supported Parental Leave for both primary/non-primary care givers with options for a tiered return to work, and eligibility to receive additional hours PTO for Prenatal Care and Backup Childcare

Receive reimbursement for work- related vehicle expenses, including commuting and travel costs, for staff who drive as part of their job responsibilities

Opportunity to receive up to $3,000/year Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational and professional development by covering a portion of costs relating to fees, course materials, or other related expenses

Employer sponsored short-term and long-term disability benefits to provide financial support in the event of illness or injury that prevents you from working

Enrollment in 401 (k) Retirement Plan through Human Interest to help save for your future with flexible contribution options