Inovalon · 18 hours ago
AVP, Research Science and Advanced Analytics
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$180K/yr - $250K/yr
10+ years expInovalon is a technology and data-driven company focused on improving healthcare outcomes and economics. The AVP, Research Science and Advanced Analytics will provide strategic and operational leadership for research analytics capabilities, optimizing client outcomes and improving internal processes.
AnalyticsHealth CareInformation Technology
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and supervise a team of technical subject matter experts (SMEs) responsible for delivering analytics and research results for internal and external clients
Manage analyst resource availability, planning, and allocation to optimize team performance and meet project timelines and budgets
Develop and maintain expert-level knowledge of Inovalon’s products, services, and infrastructure to ensure optimal operational and financial performance
Serve as thought leader and SME in optimizing research databases, programming (SQL, SAS, R, Python), data analytics, biostatistics, econometrics, and research methods
Establish and enforce standards for programming, stored procedures/scripts, code documentation, and quality control processes across the analytics team
Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive onboarding materials, training, and processes to ensure smooth integration of new staff
Provide expert guidance and solutions to client inquiries regarding analytical methodologies, programming logic, and technical approaches
Lead the development and implementation of standardized quality assurance and quality control protocols to ensure accuracy and consistency across analytics deliverables
Oversee continuity planning and ensure seamless transitions in analytic workflows when project team members depart
Manage and lead efforts to salvage projects experiencing changes in direction and/or quality issues, implementing corrective actions and restoring deliverable standards
Contribute technical expertise to statements of work (SOW), project budgets, and research protocols as needed
Anticipate and develop flexible analytic tools and models for reuse across diverse clients, including AI-driven solutions
Serve as primary liaison to product and engineering teams at Inovalon on matters related to database, analytic and technical environments
Mentor and develop junior staff into SMEs through formal and informal coaching
Maintain compliance with Inovalon’s policies, procedures and mission statement
Adhere to all confidentiality and HIPAA requirements as outlined within Inovalon’s Operating Policies and Procedures in all ways and at all times with respect to any aspect of the data handled or services rendered in the undertaking of the position; and fulfill those responsibilities and/or duties that may be reasonably provided by Inovalon for the purpose of achieving operational and financial success of the Employer
Qualification
Required
10+ years of professional experience in healthcare or pharmaceutical industries, including 5+ years in consulting
5+ years of supervisory experience leading technical analytic teams
Deep expertise in advanced statistical tools, approaches, and methodologies and their application in healthcare and pharmaceutical domains, including Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR)
Proven technical and programming proficiency across HEOR and broader healthcare analytics domains
Strong knowledge of programming standards and ability to implement best practices across teams
Technical proficiency in SAS, SQL, R, Python, and familiarity with Linux, Windows, Redshift, Snowflake
Knowledge of System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and ability to integrate into HEOR workflows
Experienced in maintenance and evolution of analytics codebases using Git and related tooling (e.g. GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket), ensuring reproducibility, governance, and efficient collaboration across analytics and product teams
Experienced in agile project management methodologies, leveraging tools such as Jira and Azure DevOps to manage backlogs, sprints, dependencies, and delivery milestones
Demonstrated ability to manage team workload effectively, build strong team relationships, retain talent, and foster long-term engagement
Ability to design, implement, and maintain comprehensive onboarding materials and processes to ensure smooth integration of new staff
Proven success in leading teams and managing multiple projects with competing priorities
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Advanced project management expertise, ensuring timely delivery of results and adherence to deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to convey complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Master's degree or PhD in computer science, machine learning, applied mathematics, econometrics, statistics, engineering, physics, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Benefits
Health insurance
Life insurance
Company-paid disability
401k
18+ days of paid time off
Company
Inovalon
A technology company combining data analytics and targeted interventions to achieve meaningful impact across the healthcare landscape.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2021-08-19Acquired
2015-02-12IPO
Leadership Team
Geoff Charron
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
Business Wire
2025-12-04
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