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Guidehouse

Epidemiologist Data Scientist

Houston, TX

Masters degree in Data Science, Epidemiology, Public Health, Biostatistics, or STEM related field ... Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance * Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible ...

Guidehouse

Epidemiologist Data Scientist

Atlanta, GA

Masters degree in Data Science, Epidemiology, Public Health, Biostatistics, or STEM related field ... Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance * Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Health Data Scientist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$87 - $198/hr

Experience with data science and data analytics, including structured, unstructured, or relational * Experience with data quality testing * Knowledge of public health, healthcare, or health data

Booz Allen Hamilton

Health Data Scientist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$86K - $198K/yr

Experience with data science and data analytics, including structured, unstructured, or relational * Experience with data quality testing * Knowledge of public health, healthcare, or health data

Booz Allen Hamilton

Health Data Scientist

Washington, DC · On-site

$86K - $198K/yr

Experience with data science and data analytics, including structured, unstructured, or relational * Experience with data quality testing * Knowledge of public health, healthcare, or health data

Guidehouse

Public Health Informatics Lead

Houston, TX · On-site

Data Science & Analysis Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Public ... Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance * Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible ...

Guidehouse

Public Health Informatics Lead

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Data Science & Analysis Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Public ... Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance * Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible ...

Guidehouse

Public Health Informatics Lead

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Data Science & Analysis Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Public ... Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance * Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible ...

SupportFinity™

Data Scientist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$78 - $80/hr

Master's degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, data science, economics, or a related field preferred. Bachelor`s degree required. * Experience applying statistical and/or epidemiologic ...

Phase2 Technology

Health Data Scientist

Washington, DC · On-site

$87 - $198/hr

Experience with data science and data analytics, including structured, unstructured, or relational * Experience with data quality testing * Knowledge of public health, healthcare, or health data

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What is volunteering in public health data science?

Volunteering in public health data science involves offering your time and skills to help collect, analyze, and interpret health-related data for organizations or communities, usually without compensation. Volunteers in this field support projects like tracking disease outbreaks, evaluating health programs, or improving data systems. Their work helps organizations make informed decisions that improve public health outcomes. This role is ideal for those with an interest in data science and a passion for public health, and it can provide valuable experience for future careers.

How does a volunteering public health data scientist typically contribute to interdisciplinary teams?

Volunteering public health data scientists often work alongside epidemiologists, health educators, policy advisors, and community outreach coordinators. Their main role is to analyze and interpret health-related data, helping the team identify trends, measure intervention outcomes, and inform decision-making. They regularly collaborate by presenting findings in accessible formats, offering technical support on data collection methods, and recommending data-driven strategies to improve public health initiatives. This collaborative environment fosters learning and broadens the impact of data-driven solutions within community health projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a volunteering public health data scientist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Volunteering Public Health Data Scientist, you need a strong background in statistics, epidemiology, and data analysis, often supported by a degree in public health, statistics, or a related field. Proficiency with data analysis tools such as R, Python, and public health databases, as well as familiarity with data visualization software, is typically required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills are crucial for translating complex data into actionable insights and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. These competencies are essential for effectively supporting public health initiatives and ensuring data-driven decisions that improve community health outcomes.

What is the difference between Volunteering Public Health Data Science vs Public Health Data Analyst?

AspectVolunteering Public Health Data SciencePublic Health Data Analyst
Required CredentialsOften no formal credentials; relevant skills preferredBachelor's or higher in public health, data science, or related fields
Work EnvironmentVolunteer settings, non-profits, community projectsGovernment agencies, healthcare organizations, research institutions
Employer & Industry UsageNon-profit, community health initiativesPublic health departments, hospitals, research firms
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level or volunteer rolesCompared for professional, paid roles in public health data analysis

Volunteering Public Health Data Science typically involves unpaid work focused on community projects and requires minimal formal credentials. In contrast, Public Health Data Analysts are paid professionals with relevant degrees working in formal organizations. Both roles utilize data skills but differ mainly in setting, compensation, and credential requirements.

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Epidemiologist Data Scientist

Guidehouse

San Antonio, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 26 days ago

Guidehouse rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 72 rated business consultants

Job description

Job Family:
Data Science & Analysis
Travel Required:
Up to 10%
Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Public Trust
What You Will Do:
  • Lead quantitative analysis and modeling of real-world data, including CMS, commercial claims, and clinical health data, to generate actionable insights for federal public health.
  • Lead analyses to estimate chronic disease population-level prevalence and incidence leveraging real-world data.
  • Design, implement, and refine machine learning and statistical models (e.g., regression, clustering, causal inference) for surveillance and research purposes.
  • Develop and maintain data pipelines and dashboards for large-scale health datasets using R, Python, and SQL.
  • Utilize DataBricks and Snowflake for scalable data processing and analytics.
  • Collaborate with epidemiologists, clinicians, and public health experts to interpret findings and inform CDC policy and strategy.
  • Prepare scientific reports, presentations, and publications for both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Ensure data quality, documentation, and reproducibility across all analytic workflows.
  • Support onboarding and training of new team members as needed.

What You Will Need:
  • Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DHS "PUBLIC TRUST.
  • Masters degree in Data Science, Epidemiology, Public Health, Biostatistics, or STEM related field.
  • TWO (2) or more years material experience in health data science and epidemiology, including deep experience analyzing real-world data (RWD), including surveillance, commercial claims data, clinical data, or other large health datasets to generate epidemiological population-level estimates.
  • Experience in R, Python (including libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn), and SQL, including large data set manipulation.
  • Experience in biostatistics and using statistical platforms - specifically SAS; ideal experience in SAS to R conversions - and conducting epidemiological analyses
  • Experience in geospatial analyses using QGIS, ArcGIS, etc.
  • Experience with statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization.

What Would Be Nice To Have:
  • Experience with generative AI, NLP, or advanced analytics in healthcare settings.
  • Strong background in population-level public health, with experience in scientific writing and presentation.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment independently to produce high-quality deliverables on-time
  • Prior experience conducting real-world evidence (RWE) studies
  • Familiarity with public health surveillance systems, local/state/federal health programs, or similar public sector environments.
  • Experience in disease surveillance
  • Experience with DataBricks, Snowflake, and/or Palantir Foundry.
  • Prior publication history in peer-reviewed journals
  • Prior work in consulting and working with multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholder engagement.

What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Care.com annual membership
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.
If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties.
Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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