Data Scientist

Data ScientistWhat you will be doing:This position will support independent and collaborative research programs in biostatistics and health outcomes research. Under the direction of senior team members, you will clean and analyze RWE data, implement established statistical methods, document reproducible analyses, and contribute to observational studies and partner deliverables. You will work with researchers, clinicians, product teams, and engineers to translate well-defined research questions into analyses and to communicate results clearly. Biostatistics and EpidemiologyReal-World Evidence and Observational ResearchPartner support: public health agencies, health systems, and academiaKey ResponsibilitiesResearch Support and Collaboration – 25%Support research projects conducted with public health agencies, hospitals and health systems, and academic institutionsContribute to observational studies, such as cohort and cross-sectional analyses, using administrative, claims, and EHR dataWork with senior team members and subject matter experts to refine research questions and analytical requirementsAssist product and engineering teams in translating validated findings into product features or implementation requirementsStudy Design and Statistical Analysis – 25%Implement statistical analysis plans and research protocols developed with senior researchersApply established statistical methods, including descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, regression models, and basic propensity score methods, with guidancePerform data quality checks, create analytic datasets, and document assumptions, code, and results to support reproducibilityGenerate and test defined hypotheses and summarize study results for clinical, operational, and policy audiencesStakeholder Engagement and Research Partnerships – 15%Participate in meetings with agency, health system, academic, and internal partners to gather requirements and provide analytical updatesDocument partner needs, decisions, and follow-up actionsUse developing clinical, public health, or technical knowledge to help translate partner questions into measurable outcomesContribute analysis details and acceptance criteria to product backlogsPublishing and Presentations – 15%Contribute analyses, tables, figures, methods, and results to peer-reviewed manuscripts and technical reportsPrepare presentation materials, posters, and supporting documentation for conferences, partner meetings, and internal reviewsPresent assigned portions of project work with coaching from senior team membersKnowledge Sharing – 10%Share analytical approaches, demonstrations, and lessons learned with colleaguesParticipate in technical reviews, training, and professional developmentBuild proficiency in healthcare data, epidemiologic methods, and team toolsResearch Operations – 10%Contribute to project estimates, research timelines, and work plansFollow established research standards, operating procedures, version-control practices, and quality checksParticipate in peer review of code, analyses, and deliverables and address feedback promptly​Required QualificationsWork Experience:Years of Applicable Experience - 2 or more yearsEducation:Bachelors (Required)Preferred QualificationsSkills:Foundational knowledge of statistics, epidemiology, or healthcare analyticsAbility to clean, join, summarize, and analyze structured dataClear technical writing, presentation, and collaboration skillsWorking knowledge of R or Python and SQL; familiarity with reproducible analysis and data modelingExperience:Academic, internship, or professional experience analyzing healthcare, public health, clinical, or other complex datasetsExperience applying statistical methods through coursework, research, internships, or employmentExperience producing documented analyses, tables, figures, or technical reportsAbility to work effectively on cross-functional teams and incorporate technical review feedbackFamiliarity with real-world evidence datasets, including administrative claims or EHR dataExposure to observational study designs, generalized linear models, propensity scores, or causal inference conceptsExperience with Git, Posit, Databricks, or another collaborative analytics environmentCoursework, internship, thesis, or publication experience in healthcare or public health researchEducation:Master’s degree, in statistics, biostatistics, epidemiology, public health, data science, economics, mathematics, engineering, or a related empirical fieldAdditional Job Requirements: Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time Be adaptive and change priorities quickly; meet deadlines Attention to detail Operate computer programs and software Ability to communicate effectively with audiences in person and in electronic formats. Day-to-day contact with others (co-workers and/or the public) Making independent decisions Ability to work in a collaborative business environment in close quarters with peers and varying interruptions Working Conditions: RemoteTravel Requirements: Travel 1-20% within the USPhysical Demands: Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves remaining stationary most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if movement is required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.Premier’s compensation philosophy is to ensure that compensation is reasonable, equitable, and competitive in order to attract and retain talented and highly skilled employees. Premier’s internal salary range for this role is $72,000 - $120,000. Final salary is dependent upon several market factors including, but not limited to, departmental budgets, internal equity, education, unique skills/experience, and geographic location. Premier utilizes a wide-range salary structure to allow base salary flexibility within our ranges.Qualified full-time and part-time employees also receive access to the following benefits: Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance 401k retirement program Paid time off Participation in Premier’s employee incentive plans Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities Premier at a glance: Granted World's Most Ethical Companies, Ethisphere, 2008-2026 Named U.S. News & World Report, Best Companies to Work For (2023, 2024, 2025) Accredited by Forbes: America’s Best Management Consulting Firms 2024-2025 Given Modern Healthcare Best in Business Awards: Consultants- Healthcare Management Awarded Cigna Workforce Designation Gold Level Recipient (2016,2017,2019,2020,2021,2022,2023,2025) For a listing of all of our awards, please visit the Awards and Recognition section on our company website.Employees receive: Perks and discounts Access to on-site and online exercise classes Premier is looking for smart, agile individuals like you to help us transform the healthcare industry. Here you will find critical thinkers who have the freedom to make an impact. Colleagues who share your thirst to learn more and do things better. Teammates committed to improving the health of a nation. See why incredible challenges require incredible people.Premier is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful discrimination because of their age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, covered military or protected veteran status (e.g., status as a Vietnam Era veteran, disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Armed Forces Serviced Medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or other protected veteran) disability, or any other applicable federal, state or local protected class, trait or status or that of persons with whom an applicant associates. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Premier complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer.Premier also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability or those who have a sincerely held religious belief. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to or contact Premier Recruiting at 704.357.0022.Personal Information submitted will be processed in accordance with Premier's Employee and Job Applicant Privacy Notice, which includes additional information about your privacy rights.Originally posted on Himalayas