Data Scientist 2

Looking for a way to make an impact and help people? Join PacificSource and help our members access quality, affordable care! PacificSource is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or age. Diversity and Inclusion: PacificSource values the diversity of the people we hire and serve. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and fostering a workplace in which individual differences are appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. Position Overview: Design, develop, and implement data-driven solutions using machine learning technologies and advanced statistical analyses to assist PacificSource in achieving the goals and initiatives identified in our Strategic Plan. Utilize passion for finding insights, ability to work with large and fragmented data sets, and command of analytic tools to orchestrate solutions that deliver greater value to our members, provider partners and other internal and external stakeholders. Effectively interpret and communicate strategic results to varied audiences, and provide analytic support for companywide process and operational improvement efforts. Essential Responsibilities: Research, design, develop, and implement data driven solutions using machine learning technologies and advanced statistical methods. Apply mastery of mixed methodologies: Strong understanding of advanced analytics (e.g., statistics, simulation, and optimization) and methods such as time series analysis, longitudinal studies, and life event modeling to develop analytics solutions. Work as a key part of cross-functional teams with various internal customer groups to study quantified business cases, identify business problems and formulate desired outcomes. Assess existing and identify new sources of data relevant to the problems being investigated, apply statistical data quality procedures to new data sources. Generate and test working hypotheses: aggregate and mine data, conduct analyses, and extract actionable results. Prepare and present both regular and ad-hoc analysis to internal decision-making audiences, often creating novel and innovative business metrics to inform and influence senior leadership as well as external stakeholders and partners. Understand and leverage industry performance trends and their potential effect on performance. Develop models and processes to capitalize on industry and market inefficiencies Clean, aggregate, and pre-process data from varied sources. Create complex SQL queries for standard as well as ad hoc data mining purposes. Supporting Responsibilities: Meet department and company performance and attendance expectations. Follow the PacificSource privacy policy and HIPAA laws and regulations concerning confidentiality and security of protected health information. Perform other duties as assigned. SUCCESS PROFILE Work Experience: Two years’ relevant quantitative and qualitative research and analytics experience required. Two years’ experience with big data, database query and analysis languages (e.g. Python, SQL, R, SAS, Azure DataBricks) and data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau) required. Education, Certificates, Licenses: Master's or PhD degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Pubic Health or similar research related field required. Knowledge: Possessing the ability to think creatively and demonstrate analytical skills, analyzing complex situations both alone and as part of a team, learning quickly and synthesizing solutions, options and action plans. Demonstrable knowledge of, and practical experience applying, data mining methodologies, natural language processing, and machine learning algorithms (e.g. regression, clustering, neural networks, kernel methods, dimensionality reduction, ensemble methods, decision tree methods). Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret qualitative data (research, feedback) and incorporate such insights into quantitative analyses. Practical ability to visualize data and analytical results Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate and communicate with a broad array of internal and external contacts. Familiarity with retail, e-commerce, or financial analytics, including approaches such as life event modeling, customer lifetime value preferred. Familiarity with Agile/SCRUM methodologies. Primary Technologies/Knowledge: R Python Microsoft SQL Tableau Alteryx Competencies Adaptability Building Customer Loyalty Building Strategic Work Relationships Building Trust Continuous Improvement Contributing to Team Success Planning and Organizing Work Standards Environment: Work inside in a general office setting with ergonomically configured equipment. Travel is required approximately less than 5% of the time. Our Values We live and breathe our values. In fact, our culture is driven by these seven core values which guide us in how we do business: We are committed to doing the right thing. We are one team working toward a common goal. We are each responsible for customer service. We practice open communication at all levels of the company to foster individual, team and company growth. We actively participate in efforts to improve our many communities-internally and externally. We actively work to advance social justice, equity, diversity and inclusion in our workplace, the healthcare system and community. We encourage creativity, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence. Physical Requirements: Stoop and bend. Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time while performing core job functions. Repetitive motions to include typing, sorting and filing. Light lifting and carrying of files and business materials. Ability to read and comprehend both written and spoken English. Communicate clearly and effectively. Disclaimer: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position and is subject to change. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Employment remains AT-WILL at all times. PacificSource is anything but a typical health insurance company. Founded in 1933, we’re an independent, not-for-profit organization that puts our members, and their communities first—across Idaho, Oregon, Montana, and Washington. It's our 1,800 employees who make it happen: promoting health equity and partnering with providers to deliver better access to optimal, affordable care. So yes, with PacificSource, you get to do great things. In our effort to put members first—more than 600,000 of them—initiative, commitment, and hard work are supported and rewarded with excellent benefits, competitive wages, and opportunities for personal growth and advancement. Benefits: Flexible telecommute policy, medical, vision, and dental insurance, incentive program, paid time off and holidays, 401(k) plan, volunteer opportunities, tuition reimbursement and training, life insurance, and options such as a flexible spending account. We love our common purpose. Empowerment, flexibility, and sharing success make for a great place to work. Here’s what else we feel good about: A mission with a real sense of shared values Competitive wages and outstanding benefits, including telecommuting Opportunities for learning development and career advancement Organizational leadership style rooted in servant and transformational leadership A commitment to support the communities we serve A belief in the importance of work-life balance January 25: OSU Pharmacy Career Fair; Corvallis, OR January 26: Western Oregon University; Monmouth, OR January 31: Lane County Workforce Services; Eugene, OR February 1: University of Oregon BizCareers; Eugene, OR February 2: University of Oregon Winter Career Fair; Eugene, OR February 8: Boise State University Career Fair; Boise, ID February 15: OSU All Industries Career Fair; Corvallis, OR April 20: University of Oregon Spring Career Fair; Eugene, OR April 26: University of Oregon Health Career Fair; Eugene, OR April 27: Connected Lane County Tours; Springfield, OR PacificSource is an equal opportunity employer and a company that loves helping people. We work with our employees to understand their goals, and provide training, individual development, and career advancement opportunities to help them achieve just that. In 2022 alone we had 421 internal promotions! Top Workplace 2022 for Idaho | Idaho Press Top Workplace 2022 for Oregon and SW Washington | The Oregonian #4 Healthiest Employer of Oregon 2021 | Portland Business Journal Healthy Worksite 2021 | Design Coalition in Montana PacificSource is an equal opportunity employer. Click here to review our AAP Policy Statement. If you have questions about working at PacificSource or need help with your application, please email HR@PacificSource.com.