Data Scientist II

Centene Corp.; Northern (KY); Remote; USD 88,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Stock purchase

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Centene Corp. is seeking a Data Scientist II for a remote role based in the United States with MO remote option. The position focuses on advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and data-driven health outcomes to support Centene’s mission.

You will design data models, perform Exploratory Data Analysis on structured and unstructured data, and build scalable analytics processes. Collaboration with analysts and presentations of results are expected.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a quantitative field with 3+ years of analytics experience, or a BA/BS with 5+ years in data science.
• Experience with data mining, predictive modeling, and machine learning techniques.
• Strong knowledge of structured and unstructured data analysis and data visualization.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop data models to predict member outcomes and impact.
• Construct analysis tools for data extraction and results storage for business needs.
• Perform exploratory data analysis on complex datasets to build key data sets.
• Evaluate experiments to monitor metrics and identify improvements.
• Present findings and help design automated analytics processes for scale.

Skills

Data modeling

Exploratory data analysis

Predictive modeling

Machine learning

Communication of results

Education

Master’s degree in Statistics

Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field

Tools

SAS

R

SQL

Big data tools

Job description

## Data Scientist IIApply: Remote-MO: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 9, 2026 (1 day left to apply): 1651706**Position Purpose:** Responsible for advanced and predictive data analytics using big data and data science technology for healthcare innovation and outcomes. Perform analysis using data science techniques on structured and unstructured data sets, and develop algorithms for targeted business needs.**Key Details**: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship and future sponsorship are not available for this opportunity, including employment-based visa types H-1B, L-1, O-1, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, or CPT* Design and develop data models to predict member outcomes or future impact of key member decisions* Design and construct analysis tools that extract, and analyze data and store analytical results in an appropriate format for business needs* Conduct exploratory data analysis from complex data sources and build key data sets to support Centene’s mission* Evaluate and design experiments to monitor key metrics and identify improvement opportunities* Develop mathematical and statistical models to distinguish relevant content or events and recognize patterns* Participate in presentations and communicate results of analysis and findings* Participate in the design of automated, operational analytics processes to achieve scale and durability of analysis processes* Validate and measure the outcomes of health management programs using SAS, R and other tools, to include provider data, claims data, membership data* Manage multiple projects as assigned* Assist with training Data Analysts**Knowledge/Experience:** Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Informatics, Econometrics, Engineering, Experimental Science with 3+ years of experience or Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of quantitative analysis experience in data science capabilities including data mining, predictive modeling, machine learning, statistical modeling, large scale data acquisition, transformation, and structured and unstructured data analysis. Experience with database technologies.***By applying to this requisition, you acknowledge and understand that you may be considered for other job opportunities for which Centene believes you may be qualified***Pay Range: $87,700.00 - $157,800.00 per year **At Centene, we connect people to the care they need to live healthier lives — and the work you do here makes that impact real every day.** You’ll take on meaningful challenges that directly support individuals, families, and communities, building your skills while making healthcare more accessible and effective. It’s work with a purpose you can see, backed by a team committed to improving lives well beyond the workday.Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.