Director, Data Science

Job Number: 1139

Workplace Type:

Position Title: Director, Data Science

External Description:

Alignment Healthcare is a data and technology driven healthcare company focused partnering with health systems, health plans and provider groups to provide care delivery that is preventive, convenient, coordinated, and that results in improved clinical outcomes for seniors.

We are experiencing rapid growth (backed by top private equity firms), and we are looking for the best and brightest leaders. Data drives the way we make decisions. We love our customers and understanding them better makes it possible to provide the best clinical outcome and care experience.

Job Summary:

Alignment is seeking a highly qualified senior executive with a track record of creating competitive value by leveraging insights from data science and artificial intelligence to improve business processes. The position will be charged with creating a reputation for Alignment as an industry leader in leveraging data as an asset and a means to make members healthier, provide cost savings and engage more closely with its providers, members, brokers, customers, and partners. As a member of the senior management team, the Director/VP, Data Science will be the primary source of leading analytics innovation efforts in conjunction with business growth. S/he will have operational and business ownership for data warehousing, data governance, and data quality. They will also have responsibility for developing analytics-based solutions and generating measurable economic benefits from data. This person will also implement data science programs which differentiate Alignment from the competition and create top line growth. S/he must have a deep understanding of product design and data science fundamentals, while confidently interacting with executive stakeholders and board members. This individual must be able to scale Artificial Intelligence at the enterprise level and help Alignment monetize data.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the overall data and artificial intelligence strategy and execution.
• Daily interaction with the executive management team to articulate the value of data; apply and communicate value measurement in new technologies.
• Command ownership of data warehousing, data governance, data quality, product development and implementation across the company.
• Evolve the analytics capabilities such as informatics, business intelligence and reporting by managing a continuously improving roadmap to ensure the priority of data capabilities is effectively integrated into business planning.
• Manage and execute the successful delivery of the algorithms, statistical and machine learning models.
• Perform natural language processing, computer vision semi-structured and unstructured data to solve complex business problems; identify areas of business value through the monetization of data.
• Build and implement a world-class organization based on Advanced Analytics, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence research and development.
• Rapidly bringing data science proof of concept to production. Manage large-scale analytical projects around data exploration, modeling, performance evaluation and testing.
• Capable of interfacing and being viewed as a business executive in addition to a data scientist.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in a broad range of sectors to identify business use cases and develop solutions in driving impact through data science and analytics.

Qualifications:

• Deep technical experience analyzing and modeling structured, semi-structured and unstructured data using machine learning / predictive modeling.
• Deep experience in data warehousing, data pipeline, data architecture, data quality processes, data warehousing design and implementation.
• Proven experience in developing analytics strategy and roadmap and delivering commercial value through data monetization
• Proven experience in identifying resources, negotiating contracts, license optimization and managing vendors
• Ability to introduce emerging technologies and develop analytics-based products, while maintaining cost awareness and commercial strategy
• Expert knowledge of analytical platforms and tools used to build Machine Learning models and intelligence capabilities
• Capable of interfacing and building credibility with stakeholders; serve as the executive expert in data science.
• 10+ years professional work experience as a data scientist or on advanced analytics / statistics projects – Healthcare experience a strong plus
• PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, or other closely related field.

Alignment Healthcare, LLC is proud to practice Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action. We are looking for diversity in qualified candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disable/Protected Veteran.

If you require any reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in completing the online application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact [email protected].

City: Orange

State: California

Location City: Orange

Location State: California

Community / Marketing Title: Director, Data Science

Company Profile:

By leveraging our world-class technology platform, innovative care delivery models, deep physician partnerships and our serving heart culture, Alignment Health is revolutionizing health care for seniors! From member experience professionals and clinicians, to data scientists and operations leaders, we have built a talented and passionate team that is deeply committed to our mission of transforming health care for the seniors we serve. Ready to join us?

At Alignment, delivering exceptional care to seniors starts with ensuring an exceptional experience for our over 1,300 employees. At the center of our employee experience is a culture where employees at all levels and across all teams are encouraged to share their unique ideas and perspectives. After all, when you can bring your authentic self to work, whether that’s in a clinical setting, our corporate office or a home office, creativity and innovation flourish! Another important part of the Alignment culture is a belief in continuous learning and growth. As a result, in this fast-growing company, you will find ample support to grow your skills and your career – with us.

EEO Employer Verbiage:

 

Please note: All clinical positions are contingent upon successful engagement with Alignment Health’s COVID-19 Vaccination program (fully vaccinated with documented proof or approved exception/deferral).

Alignment Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

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