[Remote] Senior Director, Clinical Data Science

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Centene Corporation is a diversified national organization focused on transforming the health of communities. The Senior Director of Clinical Data Science will lead the strategy and development of advanced analytics and machine learning models to enhance clinical decision-making and evaluate clinical programs.ResponsibilitiesLead the enterprise strategy for clinical data science, including predictive modeling, machine learning innovation, and causal evaluation of clinical programsDevelop and deploy advanced models that identify, stratify, and prioritize members for clinical and care management interventionsOversee development of models for high-risk and rising-risk identification, avoidable utilization, chronic condition progression, and care management prioritizationAdvance the organization’s AI capabilities by applying modern machine learning approaches, including deep learning and transformer-based models, to large healthcare datasetsLead rigorous evaluation of clinical programs using causal inference and quasi-experimental methods such as treatment effect modeling, propensity score matching, and difference-in-differencesEstablish analytic frameworks to quantify clinical outcomes, cost savings, and ROI from care management and other intervention programsPartner with clinical, operational, actuarial, and analytics leaders to translate business and clinical priorities into scalable data science solutionsEnsure models are embedded into operational workflows and aligned with care management capacity, intervention types, and clinical prioritiesEstablish standards for model governance, monitoring, and performance management to ensure regulatory compliance, fairness, and responsible AI practicesBuild, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of data scientistsPerforms other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standardsSkillsBachelor's Degree in a quantitative discipline such as Statistics, Biostatistics, Informatics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Public Health, or Economics or four (4) years of experience in lieu of degree8+ years years of data analysis, statistics or related experienceDeep experience developing and deploying predictive models using large healthcare datasets, including claims and/or electronic health record dataStrong expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning, and causal inference methods used to evaluate program effectiveness (e.g., treatment effect modeling, propensity score matching, quasi-experimental methods)Experience evaluating care management, population health, or value-based care programsStrong programming and data science toolkit including Python, R, SQL, and modern development practices (e.g., Git-based version control)Proven leadership, stakeholder management, and executive communication skills, with the ability to influence clinical, operational, and financial leadersMaster's DegreeExperience applying modern machine learning techniques, including deep learning or transformer-based approaches, to healthcare or large-scale data problems strongly preferredDemonstrated success translating advanced analytics into operational workflows and measurable clinical and financial outcomes strongly preferredBenefitsCompetitive payHealth insurance401K and stock purchase plansTuition reimbursementPaid time off plus holidaysA flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedulesTotal compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.Company OverviewCentene Corporation is a leading healthcare enterprise committed to helping people live healthier lives. It was founded in 1984, and is headquartered in St Louis, Missouri, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://centene.com.