Data Scientist III

Join NCQA as a Data Scientist III

NCQA is seeking a passionate and innovative Data Scientist III to lead and support data analysis projects aimed at improving healthcare quality through precise measurement. This role focuses on collaboration with cross-functional teams to present actionable insights from large healthcare datasets.

Your Role and Responsibilities

Programming and Quality Assurance

As a Data Scientist III, you will:

• Perform advanced programming tasks and statistical analyses, including data preparation, cleaning, and the implementation of refined statistical methods.
• Create formatted result tables, databases, and other outputs, ensuring the accuracy of results through rigorous quality assurance processes.
• Write expert-level code in SAS or R, following standardized departmental processes and documentation.

Data Analysis and Mentorship

Key responsibilities include:

• Analyzing claims and Electronic Health Record data from various angles to spot trends and patterns.
• Recommending optimal analysis methods and identifying data for future projects.
• Mentoring junior staff and guiding them in tackling more complex projects while managing lighter tasks efficiently.

Analysis Planning and Execution

Your tasks involve:

• Leading medium and large analytic projects, working independently on simpler projects.
• Understanding project needs, research questions, hypotheses, and methodology in-depth.
• Managing client expectations and preparing comprehensive analysis reports.

Technical Expertise

You will:

• Develop content expertise and provide analytic support for high-priority projects, including HEDIS, HPA/HPR, CMS GMAP, and others.
• Advise on research design, methods, and data sources while applying industry-standard knowledge to complex problems.

Thought Leadership

Responsibilities include:

• Presenting analytical results to clients and researchers, framing results to drive decision-making.
• Supporting team members in their professional growth and development.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A Master’s degree in health services research, applied statistics, social sciences, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong programming skills in SAS or R.
• 5+ years of experience analyzing large healthcare-related datasets, including claims data.
• Proficiency in word processing, presentation, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Expertise in univariate and multivariate modeling techniques and hypothesis testing.

Compensation & Benefits

For new hires, the salary range for this position is $120K - $130K per year, depending on experience. Additional benefits include:

• Eligibility for an annual incentive bonus, payable according to company policy.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package (click for details).

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

NCQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and drug-free workplace. We ensure fair treatment and opportunities for all employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, citizenship, familial status, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected statuses under applicable laws.

We uphold the principles outlined in 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) regarding the confidentiality of compensation information.

About NCQA

Company Name: NCQA
Job Title: Data Scientist III