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Humana Inc. is seeking a Director of Data Science to lead analytics initiatives, transform high volumes of data into advanced analytic solutions, and provide strategic insights to executives.
This remote role requires an advanced degree, leadership experience, and the ability to translate complex findings for business decisions. Responsibilities include developing, maintaining, and aggregating datasets, creating reports and models, and driving large-scale programs.
The Director, Data Science uses mathematics, statistics, modeling, business analysis, and technology to transform high volumes of complex data into advanced analytic solutions. The Director, Data Science requires an in-depth understanding of how organization capabilities interrelate across the function or segment. The Director, Data Science develops, maintains, and collects structured and unstructured data sets for analysis and reporting. Creates reports, projections, models, and presentations to support business strategy and tactics. Decisions are typically related to the implementation of new/updated programs or large-scale projects for the function and supporting technical/operational procedures and processes, and implements strategic plans, drives goals and objectives, and improves performance. Provides input into functions strategy. Use your skills to make an impact
Master's Degree in a quantitative discipline, such as Computer Science, Mathematics or Statistics and/or related field and 6 or more years of experience 5 or more years of leadership experience Experience leveraging large sets of structured and unstructured data to develop tactical and strategic insights Experience developing and validating statistical forecasting models and tools Experience interpreting and communicating analytic results to analytical and non-analytical business partners and executive decision makers Clear oral and written communication skills Flexible, dynamic personality who works well in a team environment and is also able to lead individual contributors Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences
PhD Healthcare or managed care experience Demonstrated experience with SAS, QlikView, SQL, PL/SQL, MATLABR or similar statistical tools Experience performing data management, mining, and manipulation along with analytics
This position may require up to 10% travel. This position typically operates on normal business hours but may require some nights and weekends based on business needs
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information
While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required
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$189,400 - $260,500 per year This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities
10-10-2026
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need to when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer atHumana.comand atCenterWell.com
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