Associate Data Scientist

Apex Systems; Shaker Heights (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

ESPP

401K with company match

HSA

Career development

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems in Shaker Heights, OH is seeking an Associate Data Scientist to advance operational efficiency and population health through data science, analytics, and reporting. You will build dashboards, develop ML models, and translate technical findings for non-technical stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in data science or analytics, strong SQL, Python or R, and experience with BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in data science or analytics required.
• Proficiency with SQL is required.
• Daily use of Python or R is necessary.
• Experience with dashboarding tools such as Power BI, Tableau, MicroStrategy, Looker, or QlikView is part of the job.
• Familiarity with US healthcare terminology, CPT or DRG codes, is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform data science, analytics, and reporting to support operational efficiency and population health initiatives.
• Develop and maintain dashboards using Power BI to visualize data and provide insights.
• Contribute to the creation and training of machine learning and AI models.
• Analyze data to identify trends, create reports, and generate insights for improving patient care.
• Collaborate with the team on various data-related tasks, including analytics work and data modeling.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Power BI

Tableau

MicroStrategy

Looker

QlikView

Healthcare terms

Tools

Epic systems

Azure

AWS

Job description

# Associate Data ScientistApply**Job#: 3046638****Job Description:**Associate Data Scientist**Location:** Shaker Heights, Ohio (Hybrid)Role OverviewWe are seeking an Associate Data Scientist for a role within an operational efficiency group. The primary mission is improving patient care and enhancing population health outcomes through data science, analytics, and reporting. The position involves a variety of tasks, from building dashboards and generating patient lists to developing machine learning models and utilizing generative AI.Key Responsibilities* Perform data science, analytics, and reporting to support operational efficiency and population health initiatives.* Develop and maintain dashboards using tools like Power BI to visualize data and provide insights.* Contribute to the creation and training of machine learning and AI models.* Analyze data to identify trends, create reports, and generate insights for improving patient care.* Collaborate with the team on various data-related tasks, including analytics work and data modeling.* Effectively communicate technical concepts and findings to non-technical audiences.Required Qualifications**Experience:** 1-3 years of experience in a data science or analytics role is required. A background in a health system, academia, or health insurance is also required.**Technical Skills:** Proficiency with SQL is required. Daily use of Python or R is also necessary. Experience with dashboarding tools such as Power BI, Tableau, MicroStrategy, Looker, or QlikView is part of the job.**Soft Skills:** Strong communication skills are valued, particularly the ability to explain technical matters to a non-technical audience. Familiarity with US healthcare terminology, such as CPT or DRG codes, is strongly preferred.Preferred Qualifications* Experience with Epic systems.* Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.* A high degree of curiosity and enthusiasm for learning and problem-solving.Compensation & BenefitsA comprehensive benefits package is available to eligible employees. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** FullTime**Location:** Shaker Heights, OH, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** October 19, 2026**Pay Range:** $90,000 - $108,000