Senior Analytics & Data Science Lead — Hybrid

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona is seeking a senior analytics leader to drive data science initiatives, build dashboards, and guide a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes strategic analysis, collaboration with internal partners, and influencing executive decisions.

Hybrid work within Arizona with full-time hours. The incumbent will oversee metrics, data sources, and analytic tools to support quality and value-based care initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, mathematics, statistics, healthcare administration, or related field.
• Extensive experience in data science, analytics, and/or statistical analysis with leadership exposure.
• Strong knowledge of BI tools and data visualization (SAS, Tableau) and data mining concepts.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Analytics & Data Science department.
• Develop dashboards and data products for various stakeholders across the company.
• Lead staff; conduct performance evaluations and coordinate training needs.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external Blue Plans and partners.
• Present findings to executive leadership to inform decisions and strategy.
• Identify metrics, data sources, and maintain dashboards for ongoing improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Statistics

Project management

Communication

HRIS knowledge

Data mining

BI software

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, mathematics, statistics, healthcare administration

Master's degree in business, mathematics, computer science, or related field

Tools

SAS

Tableau

Excel

Job description

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona is seeking a senior analytics leader to drive data science initiatives, build dashboards, and guide a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes strategic analysis, collaboration with internal partners, and influencing executive decisions.

Hybrid work within Arizona with full-time hours. The incumbent will oversee metrics, data sources, and analytic tools to support quality and value-based care initiatives.