[Hiring] Data Scientist - Rural Health Program @IIIIIIUS

Role Description

DATA SCIENTIST - RURAL HEALTH PROGRAM

• Leads advanced analytics, modeling, and data strategy activities supporting statewide rural health transformation initiatives.
• Develops predictive and prescriptive analytics to inform program strategy, provider performance improvement, and decision-making.
• Designs and implements statistical models, machine learning approaches, and advanced analytical frameworks to assess provider performance, identify trends, and generate actionable insights.
• Supports development of performance metrics related to access, quality, financial sustainability, and workforce stability.
• Collaborates with data, technical assistance, and program teams to translate complex datasets into meaningful insights for state leadership and provider audiences.
• Develops dashboards, analytical tools, and visualization products to support program monitoring and reporting.
• Supports integration and management of multiple data sources, including program data, claims, operational metrics, and external datasets.
• Ensures data quality, consistency, and alignment with reporting requirements.
• Provides technical guidance on data governance, analytics methodologies, and interpretation of results.
• Supports development of analytical documentation and contributes to audit-ready reporting environments.
• Up to 25% travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in data science, biostatistics, epidemiology, health informatics, or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in advanced analytics, statistical modeling, or data science, preferably in healthcare or public-sector environments.
• Experience with machine learning, predictive analytics, and statistical analysis techniques.
• Advanced proficiency in Python, R, SQL, or similar analytical tools.
• Experience developing dashboards and data visualizations using Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools.
• Experience working with healthcare data, including claims, clinical, or operational datasets preferred.
• Ability to translate complex analytical results into actionable insights for non-technical audiences.
• Experience supporting Medicaid, CMS, or federally funded programs preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer.
• Reasonable accommodations available for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs.
• Confidential handling of accommodation requests.
• Information on workplace discrimination rights and benefit offerings available.

Company Description

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.