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Data Mining Analyst Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Marketing Sr. Analytics Partner

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

$100K - $124K/yr

Athene is seeking a Marketing Senior Analytics Partner to join our collaborative Marketing team ... Experience working with relational databases, SQL, data mining, and integrating data from multiple ...

Data management, including conducting large queries and performing data quality analysis for subsequent analysis Data mining Consult database architects on design of internal data marts Identify ...

Strong data mining, data analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making skills * Advanced Microsoft Suite experience * Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and self-motivational skills

Strong data mining, data analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making skills * Advanced Microsoft Suite experience * Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and self-motivational skills

Strong data mining, data analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making skills * Advanced Microsoft Suite experience * Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and self-motivational skills

Strong data mining, data analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making skills * Advanced Microsoft Suite experience * Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and self-motivational skills

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How much do data mining analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for data mining analyst in Iowa is $65,748.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,700.00 and $79,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a data mining analyst?

Data Mining Analysts are professionals who specialize in analyzing large datasets to discover patterns, trends, and insights that help organizations make data-driven decisions. They use statistical techniques, machine learning tools, and software to extract useful information from complex data sources. Their work often involves cleaning and organizing data, building predictive models, and presenting findings to stakeholders. Data Mining Analysts play a key role in industries such as finance, marketing, healthcare, and retail.

How does a data mining analyst typically collaborate with other departments within an organization?

Data Mining Analysts frequently work alongside departments such as marketing, finance, and operations to translate raw data into actionable insights. They often participate in cross-functional meetings to understand specific business challenges and design data models that address those needs. Collaboration may include presenting findings, creating reports, and explaining complex patterns in data to non-technical stakeholders. This interdepartmental teamwork ensures that data-driven solutions are aligned with organizational goals and strategies.

What is the difference between Data Mining Analyst vs Data Analyst?

AspectData Mining AnalystData Analyst
Required SkillsData mining, statistical analysis, SQL, data visualizationData cleaning, reporting, Excel, basic SQL
CertificationsCertified Data Mining Professional, SQL certificationsMicrosoft Excel certifications, Google Data Analytics
Work EnvironmentData warehouses, analytics teams, research projectsBusiness units, reporting teams, dashboards
Industry UsageTech, finance, healthcare, marketingRetail, finance, healthcare, government

While both roles analyze data, Data Mining Analysts focus on extracting patterns from large datasets using advanced techniques, whereas Data Analysts primarily interpret data to generate reports and support decision-making. The roles often overlap but differ in technical depth and scope.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a data mining analyst?

To thrive as a Data Mining Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, proficiency in statistics, and a background in computer science or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with data mining tools like SQL, Python, R, and platforms such as SAS or RapidMiner, as well as knowledge of machine learning algorithms, is typically required. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication are vital soft skills for interpreting data and presenting actionable insights. These competencies are crucial for extracting meaningful patterns from large datasets and informing strategic business decisions.
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Infographic showing various Data Mining Analyst job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,748 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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189th of 304 rated insurance


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Job Description

The Principal Data Scientist will serve as the principal lead to provide accurate and quality analyses that translate data in sound organizational decisions. In this role you will provide strategic thought leadership and partner with other functional areas to deliver collaborative work products that align with divisional and enterprise strategy. You will own delivery of multiple large and/or complex data science and engineering projects.

What You'll Do

  • Lead in the development and testing of hypotheses across all functional data sets

  • Lead requirements gathering sessions with business and technical staff to distill technical requirement from business requests

  • Define and implement integrated data models, allowing integration of data from multiple sources

  • Design and develop scalable, efficient data pipeline processes to handle data ingestion, cleansing, transformation, integration, and validation

  • Define and implement data stores based on system requirements and consumer requirements

  • Design and develop models to understand and solve multiple complex business solutions using a variety of methods including data mining, statistical analysis, predictive modeling and analysis, stochastic modeling, pattern recognition, probability analysis, and network analysis

  • Design and implement production models leveraging technologies such Python, and R

  • Leverage existing data sets and engineer new data sets including development of SQL queries, data integration and resolution of data quality issues

  • Apply advanced conceptual understanding of Big Data systems to data set engineering and analytic model implementation

  • Lead development and reviews of complex analytic models and algorithms

  • Identify actionable insights, suggest recommendations, and influence business direction by effectively communicating results to cross functional groups

  • Document and test analytic processes including performance and thorough data validation and verification

  • Engage with enterprise business areas to incorporate feedback into audit process including but not limited to Payment Integrity, SIU, Provider, Behavioral Health, Med Policy, Claims, Pharmacy
  • Articulate analytic methods and drive business outcomes with responsible business areas
  • Consult with executive level leadership across the organization- with responsibility to drive CoC ideation for Commercial and Medicare
  • Informally lead other analysts and synthesize information and make recommendations to executive leadership
What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (where required)

  • 8+ years of experience in related field.

  • In lieu of degree, 10+ years of experience in related field.

  • Strong Analytic/Data Science skills:

  • Experience with Snowflake

  • Experience building AI Agents

  • Understand Bell curve analysis

  • Incorporate Industry benchmarks into analysis

  • Perform outlier detection

  • Strong healthcare experience with Payment Integrity/FWA business knowledge is required

  • understanding of FWA concepts, CMS guidelines, Medical/Reimbursement Policy are all strongly preferred

Salary Range

At Blue Cross NC, we take great pride in a fair and equitable compensation package that reflects market-price and our starting salaries are typically planned near the middle of the range listed. Compensation decisions are driven by factors including experience and training, specialized skill sets, licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs.Our base salary is part of a robust Total Rewards package that includes an Annual Incentive Bonus*, 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off (PTO), and competitive health benefits and wellness programs.

*Based on annual corporate goal achievement and individual performance.

$143,616.00 - $229,786.00

Skills

Big Data, Complex Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Engineering, Data Mining, Data Modeling Techniques, Data Science, Data Visualization, Machine Learning (ML), Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Python (Programming Language), Statistical Analysis, Statistical Models

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