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Data Science Consultant

Data Science Consultant

CompanyWellmark
LocationDes Moines, IA, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in quantitative discipline such as statistics, mathematics, finance, accounting, computer science, engineering, or economics
  • Bachelor’s degree in quantitative discipline such as statistics, mathematics, finance, accounting, computer science, engineering or economics and 2 years equivalent work experience
  • 6 years of direct and applicable work experience with specific experience in the analysis of databases and files using SQL dialects and statistical programming languages
  • Experience with business intelligence and analysis platforms such as MS Power Bi and Tableau
  • Demonstrated experience in working with large data sets and spreadsheets
  • Proficiency with complex data joins
  • Naturally curious with ability to drive business decisions and solutions
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex information
  • Proactive, self-starter with demonstrated ability to manage priorities through effective time management skills
  • Detail oriented, including a strong analytical/technical orientation

Responsibilities

  • Proactively solves business problems using the analytics lifecycle across domains
  • Serves as a business consultant for high profile data presentations and data analysis
  • Performs data manipulation and dataset preparation for business analysis and outcomes
  • Summarizes data in a logical and understandable format
  • Collaborates with cross-functional partners to drive successful data enabled improvement recommendations from definition through completion
  • Provides solutions and identifies risks

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree
  • Prior experience with data manipulation, hypothesis testing, root cause diagnosis, forecasting or modeling
  • Experience developing project roadmaps and timelines
  • Strong consultation and presentation skills
  • Have a passion for mentorship and coaching
  • Experience with SAP products including Business Objects
  • Thorough understanding of data warehousing