Strategic Data Scientist - Healthcare Analytics & Insights

McKesson Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 108,800 - 181,300; Full time

Job summary

McKesson Corporation is seeking a Strategic Data Scientist to drive analytics for CoverMyMeds, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver insights from large data stores. The role emphasizes high-value client-impacting analyses and proactive portfolio reviews.

The ideal candidate will have strong healthcare analytics experience, advanced SQL, and data visualization skills, with the ability to communicate complex results clearly to stakeholders in Columbus, OH and beyond.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in analytics, public health, or related field; healthcare exp preferred.
• 5–7 years analytics experience in healthcare/pharma.
• Experience with data science methods: decision trees, segmentation, regression, forecasting, ML.
• Proficient in statistical tools (Python, R, SAS) and SQL.
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights and visuals.

Responsibilities

• Build data-driven insights to inform customers and teams.
• Deliver proactive analyses of portfolio performance and risks.
• Apply statistical methods to analyze product data and forecast outcomes.
• Monitor portfolio health and present stakeholder updates.
• Develop clear client-facing visuals and recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to improve product value and analytical efficiency.
• Support complex client requests with account teams.
• Contribute insights for strategic decisions across functions.
• Develop expertise in CoverMyMeds and healthcare contexts.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Tableau

Excel

Data storytelling

Communication

Problem solving

Team player

Education

BA/BS in analytics or related field

Tools

SAS

Tableau

Job description

McKesson Corporation is seeking a Strategic Data Scientist to drive analytics for CoverMyMeds, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver insights from large data stores. The role emphasizes high-value client-impacting analyses and proactive portfolio reviews.

The ideal candidate will have strong healthcare analytics experience, advanced SQL, and data visualization skills, with the ability to communicate complex results clearly to stakeholders in Columbus, OH and beyond.