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Data Science Analyst I - ACoE

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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

11d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Data
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Detroit

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, programming experience (preferably Python), and basic skills in data mining, visualization, machine learning, and MS Office. Strong communication is essential.
  • You will query and manipulate data, discover patterns, support analytics design, produce statistical analyses and visualizations, and enhance your skills through training while sharing knowledge with the team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Research, or related field is required.
  • Note: this is a more entry-level role into Data Science - a minimum of one (1) year of related experience is preferred (experience may include relevant school projects, experiences, and internships).
  • Previous experience programing (at least one language) is required. Python language experience is preferred.
  • Basic knowledge in mining and visualizing data is required.
  • Basic knowledge of building advanced analytics assets using machine learning algorithms, e.g., logistic regression, random forests, gradient boosting machines, etc. is required.
  • Basic knowledge around the diagnostic measures to evaluate statistical and machine learning models is required.
  • Basic foundational knowledge in mathematics, probability, and data structures and algorithm design is required.
  • Basic knowledge in using various analytical software to write and implement algorithms is required.
  • Basic skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are required.
  • Ability to clearly communicate findings to project technical lead and business stakeholders is required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform data querying, processing, and manipulation of data sets using state of the art data processing and analytics software.
  • Through data mining techniques, discover data patterns, generate insights, and derive inferences that drive decisions that will generate additional hypotheses, optimize business objectives, and help scope the advanced analytics assets.
  • Support the successful design, development, and implementation of advanced analytics through data mining, machine learning, and descriptive and/or predictive model building using state of the art analytics software, e.g., Python.
  • Produce statistical analyses and data visualizations using tools such as Tableau. Communicate analytic insights to technical team lead and business stakeholders to ensure models are well understood.
  • Take part in training (online, classroom, webinars, etc.) to increase skill set and technical capabilities to better serve the needs of the business. Share training materials and communicate knowledge gained to other Data Science staff to maximize knowledge transfer.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Data Science Analyst I - ACoE.

Where is the office located for this job?

The office is located in downtown Detroit.

What is the required educational background for this role?

A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Research, or a related field is required.

How much related experience is preferred for applicants?

A minimum of one (1) year of related experience is preferred, which may include relevant school projects, experiences, and internships.

What programming language experience is preferred for this position?

Python language experience is preferred.

What skills in data analysis and visualization are required?

Basic knowledge in mining and visualizing data is required.

What type of machine learning algorithms should the candidate be familiar with?

Candidates should have basic knowledge of building advanced analytics assets using algorithms such as logistic regression, random forests, and gradient boosting machines.

Are there any specific software tools that the candidate should know?

Candidates should be familiar with tools for statistical analysis and data visualization, such as Tableau, and should have basic skills in using various analytical software to write and implement algorithms.

What types of communication skills are important for this role?

The ability to clearly communicate findings to the project technical lead and business stakeholders is required.

Is there any training provided for this role?

Yes, training (online, classroom, webinars, etc.) is provided to increase skill set and technical capabilities.

What is the work structure for this position?

This position follows a hybrid work structure, requiring employees to work a minimum of one day per week on-site at the Detroit office.

What software skills in Microsoft Office are required for this position?

Basic skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are required.

How will qualified applicants be treated in the hiring process?

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.

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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Finance
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is a nonprofit corporation and an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. BCBSM's commitment to Michigan is what differentiates it from other health insurance companies doing business in the state. That mission has never changed. Nearly 70 years ago, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan started with a purpose to provide people with the security of knowing they have health care when they need it. Today, that nonprofit mission is the same and the company is accomplishing it in many ways, including: Offering access to health care coverage for everyone, regardless of circumstances Never dropping your coverage for health reasons Partnering with the state to cover more than 32,000 children through MIChild Providing financial support to 30 free clinics statewide Contributing more money than any other company to provide Michigan with better health and health care Advocating and educating through Alliance for Advancing Nonprofit Health Care