Remote Research Scientist II: Healthcare Outcomes & Value

Humana; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 78,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentive plan

Job summary

Humana, Inc. is hiring a Research Scientist 2 (Remote) to apply statistical and epidemiologic methods to evaluate clinical program performance and support decision-making.

The role sits in Quality & Cost Strategy Analytics, partnering across clinical, operational, and business teams to translate insights into actionable improvements. Qualifications include a master’s or PhD in a quantitative field and 2+ years of relevant experience, with strong skills in Python, PySpark, R, or SAS.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Economics, Statistics, Health Services Research, Clinical Informatics, or a related quantitative discipline.
• 2+ years of experience applying statistical, epidemiologic, econometric, or related methods to large datasets.
• Strong foundation in causal inference and study design including observational studies and randomized trials.
• Experience manipulating and analyzing data using Python, PySpark, R, SAS, or comparable tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with ability to translate complex analyses for non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute outcomes studies to evaluate clinical, utilization, and financial performance.
• Apply causal inference, epidemiologic, and statistical methods to estimate program impact.
• Conduct deep-dive analyses using claims, enrollment, and operational data to identify drivers and opportunities.
• Translate questions into analytical approaches and collaborate with senior scientists on designs.
• Develop analytical reports, presentations, and executive readouts for stakeholders.
• Communicate methodological implications and limitations to technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Independent work

Education

Master's/PhD in a quantitative field

Tools

Python

PySpark

R

SAS

Job description

Humana, Inc. is hiring a Research Scientist 2 (Remote) to apply statistical and epidemiologic methods to evaluate clinical program performance and support decision-making.

The role sits in Quality & Cost Strategy Analytics, partnering across clinical, operational, and business teams to translate insights into actionable improvements. Qualifications include a master’s or PhD in a quantitative field and 2+ years of relevant experience, with strong skills in Python, PySpark, R, or SAS.