Lead Data Scientist | Health

Quantium; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytics firm in Johannesburg is seeking a seasoned professional to lead their healthcare data science team. This role involves delivering high-quality analytical solutions, mentoring team members, and maintaining client relationships. Candidates should have a strong background in advanced analytics and proficiency in Python and SQL. Experience in the healthcare sector is preferred. Enjoy hybrid work arrangements and the opportunity for significant professional growth. Join us to make a meaningful impact in healthcare through data science.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Continuous learning opportunities

Remote working options

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience in advanced analytics or data science, including 1-2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong proficiency in Python and SQL for data querying and manipulation.
• Experience with large-scale data processing and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical delivery for healthcare clients, ensuring high-quality solutions.
• Manage and mentor a technical team of analysts.
• Translate technical concepts into accessible recommendations for non-technical audiences.

Skills

Advanced analytics

Data science

Python

SQL

Stakeholder engagement

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, economics or related discipline

Tools

GCP

Azure

Databricks

Job description

Quantium Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Type : Permanent - Full Time

Location : Johannesburg

Job Category : Data Science, Health

Job Description

Quantium is a world leader in data science and artificial intelligence.

Established in Australia in

• , Quantium is a global team of more than 1, people across 14 locations with a unique blend of capabilities across product and consulting services to help businesses unlock value from data and analytics.

Quantium partners with the world's largest corporations to forge a better, more intelligent world.

Quantium Health is a joint venture between Discovery Health and Quantium.

We specialise in healthcare-focused data science, working across health insurance, hospitals, pharmaceuticals, MedTech and retail pharmacies.

Our distinctive approach combines clinical understanding with advanced analytics, and we're proud to be Anthropic's global enterprise partner for generative AI implementation in healthcare.

Our work transforms the way healthcare organisations operate.

We have conducted retrospective real-world studies to compare long-term health outcomes in hypertension, partnered with governments worldwide to optimise their COVID-19 vaccine rollouts, and developed the Vitality AI platform which enables hyperpersonalised, real-time recommendations powered by machine learning.

How will you make an impact?

Analytics leadership

Lead analytical delivery for healthcare clients, ensuring consistent high-quality solutions that address complex data challenges and drive tangible business outcomes

Team development

Manage and mentor a technical team of analysts, developing their technical capabilities and fostering professional growth through coaching and knowledge sharing

Stakeholder engagement : Maintain strong relationships across all levels of client organisations, from subject matter experts to C-suite executives, ensuring alignment between technical solutions and business objectives

Strategic communication : Translate technical concepts and analytical insights into accessible recommendations for non-technical audiences through compelling presentations and communications

Technical excellence : Leverage advanced SQL, cloud platforms and data visualisation tools to deliver complex data processing and dashboard creation for healthcare sector requirements

AI innovation

Apply understanding of generative AI applications to enhance analytical productivity and deliverable quality, staying current with emerging technologies

Culture building

Contribute to maintaining Quantium's culture and collaborative environment within the Johannesburg office through visible leadership and team engagement

The superpowers you'll be bringing to the team

Technical proficiency : 7+ years' experience in advanced analytics / data science, with 1-2+ years in a leadership or mentoring capacity

Advanced technical skills : Strong Python / SQL proficiency for complex data querying and manipulation across large datasets

Cloud expertise

Experience with large-scale data processing and familiarity with cloud platforms (GCP, Azure, Databricks)

Academic background

Degree in a relevant field such as mathematics, statistics, computer science, economics or related discipline

Communication excellence : Strong presentation and communication abilities, with experience translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences

Consultative approach : Experience building trusted relationships with stakeholders and gaining in-depth understanding of their objectives to develop relevant solutions that solve complex problems

AI understanding

Understanding of generative AI applications in analytics and consulting contexts

Healthcare interest

Healthcare sector experience or strong familiarity with healthcare data challenges and regulatory requirements is highly desirable

Remember – you might not tick all the boxes, but don't let that stop you from applying.

We're more interested in how you work, your ability to solve problems and think big.

What could your Quantium experience look like?

Working at Quantium will allow you to challenge your imagination.

You will get to solve complex problems using rigour, precision and by asking great questions – but it also means you can think big, outside the box and push your problem-solving skills to the max.

By joining the Quantium team, you'll get to

Forge your path

Be in the driver's seat of your career, with opportunities to move across different teams or offices

Find your kind

Embrace diversity and connect with like-minded colleagues in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment

Make an impact

Leave your mark by contributing to projects that drive positive change across the health sector

On top of the Quantium experience, you will enjoy a range of great benefits that go beyond the ordinary.

Some of these include :

Continuous learning

Our vision is empowering our people to thrive. The Analytics Community fosters the development of individuals, thought leadership and technical excellence at Quantium through building strong connections, fostering collaboration and co-creation of best practice

Flexible work arrangements : Achieve work-life balance at your own pace with hybrid and flexible work arrangements (3 days onsite, 2 days from home)

Remote working

Embrace the opportunity to work outside of your assigned home location for up to 2 months every year

Quantium's recruitment process involves the collection and use of personal information.

Please refer to Quantium's Collection Notice for information on how we collect, use & store your personal information, including potential disclosure to our majority shareholder, Woolworths Group Limited.