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Paylocity

Manager Data Science

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

Manager Data Science Position Overview The Paylocity Data Science team is focused on building machine learning enabled features as part of Paylocity's HCM software solutions that deliver key insights ...

Carmax

Data Science Manager, Personalization

Richmond, VA · On-site

$120K - $192K/yr

To be clear: this is a data scientist role, not a product manager role. You'll still be hands-on with data, experimentation, and model evaluation. But if you're the kind of DS who lights up in a ...

Mercury

Senior Data Science Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

We're looking for a Senior Data Science Manager to lead the data science powering Mercury's revenue and product value engine. This team supports Go-To-Market functions across Finance, Marketing, and ...

Ahold Delhaize USA

Manager, Data Science

Chicago, IL

$136K - $204K/yr

OverviewThe Data Science Manager II will lead a team focused on delivering business insights using data science expertise/techniques/tools that materially improve critical decisions by senior ...

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How much do freelance data science manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance data science manager in the United States is $97,145.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,000.00 and $125,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Data Science Manager vs Freelance Data Analyst?

AspectFreelance Data Science ManagerFreelance Data Analyst
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees in data science, statistics, or related fields; experience in managing data projectsOften requires a bachelor's degree in data analysis, statistics, or related areas; strong analytical skills
Work EnvironmentLeads data teams, manages projects, and collaborates with stakeholdersPerforms data cleaning, analysis, and reporting tasks independently or in small teams
Industry UsageUsed across industries for overseeing data science initiativesCommonly employed for data reporting, visualization, and insights generation

The main difference is that a Freelance Data Science Manager oversees data projects and manages teams, requiring leadership skills and advanced knowledge, while a Freelance Data Analyst focuses on analyzing data and generating reports. Both roles are essential but serve different functions within data-driven organizations.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Data Science Manager job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,145 per year, or $46.7 per hour.
Manager of Data Science

Manager of Data Science

Providence Digital Innovation Group

Seattle, WA • Remote

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Job description

This is a remote role.  We would prefer that the successful candidate located in the Seattle area within the PST/MST time zones.

Providence is one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in the United States.

At Providence, we use our voice to advocate for vulnerable populations and health care reforms. We pursue innovative ways to transform health care by keeping people healthy, and making our services more convenient, accessible and affordable for all. In an increasingly uncertain world, we are committed to high-quality, compassionate health care for everyone-regardless of coverage or ability to pay. We help people and communities benefit from the best health care model for the future, today.

The Digital Innovation Group (DIG) at Providence is a small but mighty product development and incubation team.  We build next-gen tools that give patients convenient and easy access to health care anywhere, anytime.

DIG is both a healthcare startup and a technology/product incubator. Our team gathers market data on effective solutions in the health care space and then builds out a product line with the latest and greatest technology. When market maturity hits, DIG enables the product to spin out as its own company. It is a unique mix of venture capitalists, digital strategists, marketing acumen, product development and engineering all in one group nestled inside one of the largest health systems. We set the pace for other health care organizations around the country on how to conceive, engineer and launch effective health care solutions.

Recently funded DIG startups include DexCare and Praia Health. 

Success in this role means you can join future funded startups on the ground floor. 

Job Summary:
 
Are you an experienced Data Scientist who wants to lead a new analytics program focused on helping patients effectively navigate their care through a seamless digital experience? 
 
As a Data Science Manager, you will lead a team of data scientists in helping the Digital Innovation Group understand the patient's digital journey and how our products are impacting their health outcomes and the performance of our healthcare system.  
We need a talented data science leader to apply rigorous hypothesis testing, statistical modeling, machine learning, predictive analytics and working with LLMs to inform the acquisition, personalization and retention strategies for our products. Your team will be responsible for building churn, retention and LTV models for our Providence App as well as developing the next best action recommendation model personalizing content by patient cohorts. Your team's work will contribute directly to the success of growing, maintaining and improving health outcomes of our patients utilizing digital products developed by DIG. 
You will be expected to work with analytics and product leaders to understand their top priorities to set the strategic direction of your data science projects. You will be a player/coach on the team, helping define the team's roadmap, ways of working (process management) and provide technical guidance and oversight.  
The Data Science Manager will play a critical role in leading the data driven approach to incubation and commercialization of our product portfolio helping Providence innovate in healthcare technology affecting millions of patients' health outcomes.  
 
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Mathematics Or equivalent educ/experience
  • 6 years of experience in data analysis, advanced statistical analysis, predictive analytics, with hands on experience in data mining, machine learning and predictive modeling. 
  • 4 years Leadership experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Mathematics Or equivalent educ/experience
  • Coursework/Training Data science or project management     
  • 1 year Experience in the Healthcare field.
  • 1 year Experience in project management.
  • Certifications in data science, project management or related fields (e.g., Certified Analytics Professional (CAP), Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), or specific vendor certifications like Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate.) 

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