Data Scientist I - Epic Model Monitoring

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Arlington Heights (IL); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive pay for select positions

Annual increases based on performance

Career pathways for growth

Medical, Dental, Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Skokie, IL is seeking a Data Scientist I to monitor Epic GenAI and predictive models, building Cogito/Nebula dashboards and automating quality checks. The role is hybrid and focused on patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

You will collaborate with product, IT, and clinical teams, translating AI concepts for non-technical stakeholders and helping evolve analytics capabilities across care platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in data-related field and 2+ years' experience.
• Epic Cogito Fundamentals certification within 90 days of hire.
• Strong Python and SQL skills; able to work with Epic data sources.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain automated monitoring for predictive and GenAI models in Epic.
• Collect and preprocess data from Epic Chronicles, Caboodle, and data lakehouse.
• Assist end-to-end analytics lifecycle from PoC to production deployment.
• Document work and communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with IT and clinical teams to integrate model outputs into workflows.

Skills

Python

SQL

Epic Cogito Fundamentals

Epic Cogito

Model monitoring

GenAI monitoring

Data visualization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Data Science

Advanced degree in statistics or related

Tools

Epic Cogito

Epic Nebula

Snowflake

Job description

Hourly Pay Range

$34.41 - $53.34 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

• Position: Data Scientist I - Epic Model Monitoring
• Location: Skokie, IL
• Full Time
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Required Travel: local travel to other corporate sites may be needed
• Hybrid Position

A Brief Overview

As a Data Scientist I at Endeavor Health, you will be responsible for developing solutions for automated monitoring of quantitative, predictive, prescriptive, and Generative AI (GenAI) models on Epic. Your primary focus will be on automating the monitoring of our clinical prediction models and developing dashboards for GenAI models, heavily leveraging our Epic ecosystem - specifically Epic Cogito and Nebula, to monitor patient outcomes and increase operational efficiency.

This role requires intellectual curiosity, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to work independently in a fast-evolving, ambiguous environment. We're looking for people who thrive even when the roadmap is still being drawn. Effective communication skills are essential to translate complex AI concepts for non-technical stakeholders and collaborate across product, engineering, and business teams.

You will serve as an internal Epic expert, leading efforts to understand, enhance, develop frameworks for AI monitoring, and rapidly prototype and build innovative features that improve accuracy, reliability, and user experience.

What you will do

• Model & GenAI Monitoring: Design, build, and maintain automated systems for monitoring the performance, health, and usage of both predictive models and GenAI models running in Epic Nebula and tracked via Cogito dashboards.
• Data Collection and Preprocessing: Collect, clean, and preprocess data directly from Epic Chronicles, Caboodle, and the enterprise data lakehouse to prepare it for analysis and model validation.
• Implementation and Validation: Assist in the end-to-end analytics product lifecycle, from initial configuration and testing in a proof-of-concept environment to deployment and validation in production.
• Analysis and Communication: Document your work and communicate findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Work closely with peers, IT experts, and clinical teams to help design and develop end-to-end analytics products and ensure that model outputs are effectively integrated into clinical workflows.

What you will need

• Education: Bachelor's in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related fields.
• Certification: Epic Cogito Fundamentals (or within 90 days of hire date)
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in data science, analytics, or similar role.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with Epic is a plus.
• Unique or Preferred Skills:
• Intellectual curiosity.
• Advanced degree in statistics (preferred), applied mathematics, predictive analytics, computer science, operations research or related quantitative discipline.
• Proven, hands-on experience navigating, querying, and working within Epic Cogito and Nebula.
• High proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Familiarity with snowflake or other data lakehouse platforms is a plus.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with or interest in the healthcare industry is a plus.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions)

• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

About Endeavor Health

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website www.endeavorhealth.org to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging-each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.