Data Scientist: Healthcare Analytics & Impact

X, bigly labs; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare innovation firm in Gauteng, Johannesburg is seeking a Data Scientist to provide actionable insights and advanced analytics to enhance commercial decision-making. The ideal candidate will be experienced in data science, proficient in Python and PySpark, with a strong problem-solving mindset. Responsibilities include building predictive models, managing data pipelines, and collaborating with commercial teams. This role promises an exciting opportunity for those looking to impact healthcare positively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Engineering.
• Solid experience in data science or analytics roles.
• Proficient in Python and PySpark.
• Experience in the retail or consumer sector is advantageous.
• Exposure to Power BI or similar BI tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and deploy predictive models and analytics solutions.
• Design and manage scalable data pipelines.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to translate needs into analytical solutions.
• Track the business impact of pricing and promotional changes.
• Present insights and recommendations clearly.

Skills

Data Science

Python

PySpark

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Honours or Master’s degree

Tools

Power BI

Job description

A leading healthcare innovation firm in Gauteng, Johannesburg is seeking a Data Scientist to provide actionable insights and advanced analytics to enhance commercial decision-making. The ideal candidate will be experienced in data science, proficient in Python and PySpark, with a strong problem-solving mindset. Responsibilities include building predictive models, managing data pipelines, and collaborating with commercial teams. This role promises an exciting opportunity for those looking to impact healthcare positively.