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# Strategic Data Scientist

- **Company:** McKesson
- **Location:** Irving, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $108,800.0 - $181,300.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Data Visualization, Factor Analysis, R (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, SAS (Software), Tableau (Software), Data Analytics
- **Published:** October 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/redirect/pvbon9e0p1

## About the Role

* BA/BS degree or equivalent experience in data analytics, business, public health, or related field; healthcare experience strongly preferred.
 * 5-7 years of experience in an analytics role in healthcare/Pharma industry preferred.
 * Understanding of data science methodologies including decision trees, multivariate analysis, segmentation modeling, factor analysis, regression analysis, forecasting, machine learning, etc.
 * Experience or understanding of statistical software (PYTHON, R, MATLAB, SAS, etc.)
 * Curious problem solver by nature; able to quickly make sense of complex data issues.
 * Driven, self-motivated, team player adept at working in environment with competing priorities.
 * Experience with data mining, analysis, and providing insights.
 * Adept at creating queries, writing reports, and presenting findings.
 * Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in SQL.
 * Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in data visualization tools e.g., Excel, Tableau, etc.
 * Able to communicate and manage expectations.

Preferred Skills

 * Industry Expertise - Specifically in Insurance, Pharmaceutical, or Healthcare.
 * Collaboration - Key success factors in this role include leading without direct authority, building relationships across multiple functions, and listening to input and perspectives from across the organization, customers, and industry stakeholders.
 * Passion - The candidate should have a passion for improving US healthcare and a desire to join a team that focuses every day on enabling healthier lives through the work that we do.

## Description

* Build trusted relationships with CSTs and external clients by using data stories to demonstrate the value of CMM products.
 * Deliver proactive analyses of portfolio performance, customer needs, and business risks or opportunities, including market and industry events.
 * Apply statistical methods and predictive modeling to analyze product data, identify drivers, and forecast outcomes.
 * Monitor portfolio health, provide stakeholder updates and business reviews, and escalate issues as needed.
 * Present clear, actionable insights through concise client-facing visuals and recommendations.
 * Identify opportunities to improve product value and analytical efficiency.
 * Support complex client requests and issue escalations in partnership with account teams.
 * Contribute insights that inform strategic and tactical decisions across competitive positioning, product design, analytics, and operations.
 * Develop expertise in CoverMyMeds, the pharmaceutical industry, and the business context of supported accounts.