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Guidehouse

Epidemiology Data Scientist

Guidehouse, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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What You Will Do

Lead quantitative analysis and modeling of real‑world data, including CMS, commercial claims, and clinical health data, to generate actionable insights for federal public health.

Lead analyses to estimate chronic disease population‑level prevalence and incidence leveraging real‑world data.

Design, implement, and refine machine learning and statistical models (e.g., regression, clustering, causal inference) for surveillance and research purposes.

Develop and maintain data pipelines and dashboards for large‑scale health datasets using R, Python, and SQL.

Utilize DataBricks and Snowflake for scalable data processing and analytics.

Collaborate with epidemiologists, clinicians, and public health experts to interpret findings and inform CDC policy and strategy.

Prepare scientific reports, presentations, and publications for both technical and non‑technical audiences.

Ensure data quality, documentation, and reproducibility across all analytic workflows.

Support onboarding and training of new team members as needed.

What You Will Need

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Data Science, Epidemiology, Public Health, Biostatistics, or related field.

Minimum five (5) years of experience in health data science and epidemiology, including deep experience analyzing CMS or commercial claims data, clinical data, or other large health datasets to generate epidemiological population‑level estimates.

Strong proficiency in R, Python (including libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, Scikit‑learn), and SQL, including large data set manipulation.

Demonstrated experience with statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization.

Experience with DataBricks and/or Snowflake.

Strong background in population‑level public health, with experience in scientific writing and presentation.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment independently to produce high‑quality deliverables on time.

What Would Be Nice To Have

Experience with generative AI, NLP, or advanced analytics in healthcare settings.

Deep experience in biostatistics and using statistical platforms including SAS and R.

Familiarity with public health surveillance systems, federal health programs, or similar public sector environments.

Experience in chronic disease surveillance, preferably neurological conditions.

Prior work in consulting and working with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholder engagement.

Job Details Job Family: Data Science Consulting

Travel Required: Up to 10%

Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Public Trust

Salary Range: $102,000.00 – $170,000.00

What We Offer

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back‑Up Childcare Program

Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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