Lead Data Scientist, HCC

6078-Johnson & Johnson International Legal Entity; Titusville (NJ); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting a Lead Data Scientist for Healthcare Compliance. Hybrid role based in Titusville, NJ and nearby locations, focusing on AI/ML solutions to improve monitoring, risk management, and decision‑making across global operations.

The role leads advanced analytics initiatives, leverages Copilot agents and enterprise AI, and collaborates with governance, compliance, and technology teams to ensure responsible AI adoption.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Data Science, Machine Learning, and Advanced Analytics to develop predictive, operational, and insight-driven solutions.
• Strong proficiency in Python or R and SQL for data extraction, feature engineering, modelling, automation, and analytics development.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in a quantitative field with relevant experience (5 years for Bachelor’s, 3 years for Master’s).
• Experience in developing and deploying ML models using common libraries and frameworks.
• Experience with NLP libraries, OCR, and embeddings for downstream work.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, validate, and deploy ML models to identify healthcare compliance risks and patterns.
• Apply supervised/unsupervised ML techniques to business questions.
• Develop statistical methods to support risk monitoring and identification.
• Build scalable data pipelines using structured and unstructured data.
• Evaluate and improve model performance through monitoring and retraining.
• Query and analyze large datasets to create reproducible data science solutions.
• Develop Copilot Agents, chatbots, and knowledge retrieval to improve efficiency.

Skills

Data Science

Machine Learning

Python

SQL

NLP

OCR

Embeddings

Generative AI

Copilot technologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in data science, statistics, mathematics, computer science, engineering or related quantitative field

Masters degree

Tools

NLP libraries

Copilot tools

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at jnj.com As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function

Data Analytics & Computational Sciences

Job Sub Function

Data Science

Job Category

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations

Titusville, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Lead Data Scientist for our Healthcare Compliance group. This is a hybrid role based in Titusville, NJ, New Brunswick, NJ, SaoPaulo, Brazil and Bogota, Colombia.

Position Summary

The lead data scientist is responsible for designing, developing, and scaling data-driven, AI/ML enabled, solutions that enhance Healthcare Compliance operations globally. The role bridges compliance, analytics, technology, and business teams to identify opportunities, develop innovative solutions, and operationalize digital capabilities that improve monitoring, insights generation, risk management, productivity, and decision‑making. This role serves as a technical lead for advanced analytics, automation, generative AI, Copilot agents, and enterprise AI solutions supporting HCC functions across multiple regions and markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, validate, and deploy machine learning models to identify potential healthcare compliance risks, anomalies, and emerging patterns.
• Apply supervised and unsupervised machine learning techniques, including classification, clustering and anomaly detection to business questions.
• Develop statistical and analytical methodologies to support proactive risk monitoring and risk identification.
• Build scalable analytical pipelines and workflows using structured and unstructured data sources.
• Evaluate model performance and continuously improve models through monitoring, retraining, and validation.
• Query and analyze large complex datasets to create reproducible and scalable data science solutions.
• Develop and deploy Copilot Agents, chatbot solutions, and knowledge retrieval capabilities to improve efficiency and user experience in our program.
• Ensure governance standards are incorporated in analytic work.
• Partner with governance, compliance, and technology teams to ensure responsible AI adoption and alignment with organizational standards.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in Data Science, Machine Learning, and Advanced Analytics to develop predictive, operational, and insight-driven solutions.
• Strong proficiency in Python or R and SQL, for data extraction, feature engineering, modelling, automation, and analytics development.
• Bachelor’s degree in data science, statistics, mathematics, computer science, engineering or related quantitative field with 5 years of relevant experience; OR Masters degree with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in developing and deploying ML models using common libraries and frameworks.
• Experience working with NLP libraries, extracting text from documents (OCR), and generating embeddings for downstream work.
• Experience in processing and analyzing large, complex data sets for advanced analytics.
• Experience in leading analytical projects and influencing cross-functional teams.
• Experience with AI, Generative AI, and Copilot technologies with the ability to translate emerging technologies into practical business solutions.

Stakeholder Management & Leadership

Act as a trusted technical advisor to global compliance leaders and business stakeholders. Lead solution discussions, proof‑of‑concepts, demonstrations, and technology evaluations. Translate business requirements into technical solutions and drive execution from concept through deployment. Mentor team members and promote adoption of modern analytics and AI practices.

Education Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in data science, statistics, mathematics, computer science, engineering or related quantitative field with 5 years of relevant experience; OR Masters degree with 3 years of relevant experience.

Required Skills

Preferred Skills: Communication, Complaints Investigation, Compliance Management, Corporate Governance, Critical Thinking, Data Reporting, Detail‑Oriented, Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) Platforms, Healthcare Industry, Health Care Regulation, Internal Auditing, Legal Services, Medical Compliance, Organizing, Problem Solving, Process Improvements

Salary/Pay

The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $109,000.00 - $174,800.00

Benefits

Additional Description for Pay Transparency: Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

• Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year
• For employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year
• For employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
• Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
• Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
• Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
• Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52‑week rolling period10 days Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
• Military Spouse Time‑Off – 80 hours per calendar year

Our Credo

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/.

Our Credo calls on us to respect the dignity of every individual and create an environment for all people to thrive.

Throughout the recruitment process - from application through hiring - we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations/adjustments for qualified candidates with disabilities. If you need support at any stage of the recruitment process, please complete our candidate accommodation request form so we can assist you.

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