About the Role
The Medical Economics team is seeking a professional to leverage large, complex healthcare datasets to drive data-informed decision-making. You will design analytic frameworks, identify drivers of healthcare cost and utilization, and provide insights to shape strategy in pricing, product development, financial planning, and forecasting.
Responsibilities
- Analyze large, complex datasets from an Enterprise Data Warehouse to identify drivers of healthcare cost trends, market pressures, and profitability.
- Design and execute advanced statistical models and predictive analytics to inform financial projections and evaluate business initiatives.
- Create data visualizations and communicate actionable recommendations to reduce costs and improve member outcomes.
- Lead cross-functional analytic projects from design through implementation.
- Partner with Underwriting, Product Development, Provider Contracting, Sales, and Finance teams to align analytics with business strategy.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Economics, Healthcare Analytics, or a related field.
- 5–7+ years of professional experience in data science, healthcare analytics, or a related field.
- Proficiency in SQL, Python, and/or R.
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills for distilling complex analyses for non-technical audiences.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative mindset and adaptability to shifting business priorities.
Skills
- SQL
- Python
- R
- Tableau
- Power BI
- SAS
- Statistical modeling
- Predictive analytics
- Data visualization
- Financial forecasting
Location
- Boston
Work Type
- Full time
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 5–7+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Master’s degree preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $116,190.00 - $142,010.00
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Well-being benefits
- Variable pay eligibility
About the Company
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is committed to transforming healthcare.
- The company prioritizes an inclusive and rewarding workplace that promotes excellence and professional development.
Equal Opportunity
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is an Equal Employment Employer.
- Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by law.
