Discover the latest healthcare data scientist jobs from companies hiring across the globe. This page features curated opportunities for data science professionals who apply machine learning, statistical modeling, and advanced analytics to solve healthcare challenges and improve patient outcomes.
Data Scientist - Quality and Safety
MedStar Health
Columbia, Maryland, US
full-time•
13h ago
Health Data Scientist — AI/ML Analytics (Telework Eligible)
Veterans Health Administration
Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time•
3d ago
Senior Data Scientist - Healthcare Data
Surescripts
Arlington, Virginia, US
full-time•
1w ago
Data Scientist - Life Science (Medical Device) or Public Health
Tunnell Government Services
Silver Spring, Maryland, US
full-time•
3d ago
Healthcare Data Scientist: Azure Synapse Pipelines
Cherokee Federal
Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
Data Scientist IV - Risk Adjustment: Medicare, Medicaid, ACA
Kaiser Permanente
Location not specified
full-time
Senior Data Scientist - Remote AI for Healthcare Analytics
International Consulting Associates, Inc
Arlington, Virginia, US
full-time•
1w ago
Lead Data Scientist at Analytica Bethesda, MD
Analytica
Bethesda, Maryland, US
full-time•
2d ago
SAS Data Scientist I: Health Data & Insights (Hybrid)
About The Job
General Summary of Position
This position reports to the Manager of Data Science or designee within Quality Data Analytics Center of Excellence (CoE) team. The team's objective is to empower a high-performing healthcare system through intelligent data-driven improvement & innovation. The Data Scientist relies on a degree of professional experience to contribute to advanced analytic initiatives. With supervision this position works with team members on the fulfillment of data needs applying standard analytical techniques independently on assigned components to deliver accurate and timely insights that drive decision-making.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
• Performs data analysis and actively contribute to advanced analytics initiatives.
• Collaborates with the team to deliver relevant meaningful insights that drive timely well-informed decisions.
• Collaborates with the team to uphold rigorous methodological validity and data quality so stakeholders can confidently rely on outputs.
• Engages with clinical and operational partners to clarify requirements and communicate results.
• Contributes to department productivity through teamwork professionalism and initiative; performs structured work assignments.
• Works with supervision and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects of moderate scope and complexity.
Minimal Qualifications
Education
• Bachelor's degree in a related field required
Experience
• 2 years related experience required
• Experience in data validation and quality assurance methods required
• 3-4 years related experience preferred
• One year of relevant professional-level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education.
Knowledge Skills And Abilities
• Demonstrates working knowledge of data science tools (e.g. Python R SQL) and statistical concepts.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of applying analytical modeling to real-world problems.
• Possesses knowledge of structured data electronic health records (EHR) and relevant healthcare data.
• Able to independently translate ambiguous questions into structured analytical approaches formulating necessary assumptions to drive work forward without waiting for explicit instructions.
• Possesses excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate information to technical & non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrates a highly proactive approach to identifying and resolving problems autonomously anticipating next steps rather than relying on direction.
This position has a hiring range of
USD $82,617.00 - USD $157,352.00 /Yr.
Insights drawn from the latest openings on this page so you can compare employers, locations, and pay before applying.
Top Companies Hiring
MedStar Health1 role
Veterans Health Administration1 role
Surescripts1 role
Tunnell Government Services1 role
Cherokee Federal1 role
Kaiser Permanente1 role
Top Locations
Maryland, US4 roles
District of Columbia, US3 roles
Virginia, US2 roles
Most listings on this page are on-site or hybrid.
Salary Range Overview
Across 10 listings, advertised pay ranges from USD 90k to USD 170k.
Typical band: USD 104k – 139k.
Figures reflect employer-disclosed salaries on current openings and may vary by location, experience, and company stage.
Employment Types
Full-Time10 roles
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#1Data Scientist - Quality and Safety
MedStar HealthColumbia, Maryland, USFull-TimePosted Oct 9, 2026
About The Job General Summary of Position This position reports to the Manager of Data Science or designee within Quality Data Analytics Center of Excellence (CoE) team. The team's objective is to empower a high-performing healthcare system through intelligent data-driven improvement & innovation. The Data Scientist re…
#2Health Data Scientist — AI/ML Analytics (Telework Eligible)
Veterans Health AdministrationWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimeUSD 90k–138k / yearPosted Oct 7, 2026
Veterans Health Administration seeks a Data Scientist to lead complex health-science and organizational research using advanced statistics, ML, and NLP. You will design data pipelines, implement automated analytics in R, and translate findings for VA leaders and stakeholders. Responsibilities include advising leadershi…
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#4Data Scientist - Life Science (Medical Device) or Public Health
Tunnell Government ServicesSilver Spring, Maryland, USFull-TimePosted Oct 7, 2026
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#5Healthcare Data Scientist: Azure Synapse Pipelines
Cherokee FederalWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-Time
ATA, LLC is seeking a Data Scientist to support data pipeline development, validation, and analysis within a cloud-based Health IT data platform. This hands-on role emphasizes building reproducible workflows using SQL, Python (pandas), and PySpark in an Azure Synapse environment. The role covers the full data lifecycle…
#6Data Scientist IV - Risk Adjustment: Medicare, Medicaid, ACA
Kaiser PermanenteLocation not specifiedFull-Time
• * PLEASE NOTE: Salary ranges are geographically based and the posted range reflects the Northen CA region. Lower salary ranges will apply for other labor markets outside of NCAL Overview: The Risk Adjustment Strategic Analytics team is seeking a Data Scientist IV to play a strategic and technical role in advancing Go…
ICA, Inc. is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to design and deliver data science and AI solutions for healthcare, federal health, and regulated data environments. The role requires deep technical expertise and ownership from problem framing through evaluation and production, with a Public Trust Clearance being required.…
AnalyticaBethesda, Maryland, USFull-TimePosted Oct 8, 2026
Lead Data Scientist job at Analytica. Bethesda, MD. Lead Data Scientist Analytica is seeking a LeadData Scientist to support a mission-critical endeavor. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working directly with clients in consulting and delivery capacity to provide solutions that tackle complex problems. Analytica…
#9SAS Data Scientist I: Health Data & Insights (Hybrid)
National Opinion Research Center - NORCWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimeUSD 90k–104k / yearPosted Oct 7, 2026
NORC at the University of Chicago is seeking a Data Scientist I to join the Health Sciences Department to support hospital discharge data processing across states and harmonizing and packaging files into a uniform format. Proficiency in SAS is required; experience with R or Python is welcome but not essential. Prior wo…
Westat, Inc.Bethesda, Maryland, USFull-TimeUSD 115k–144k / yearPosted Oct 5, 2026
Westat, Inc. in Bethesda, MD, is seeking a Principal Research Associate – Healthcare Researcher to conduct healthcare research and claims data analytics, statistical programming, reporting, and task management within a multidisciplinary team supporting CMS and pharmaceutical research. This full-time, hybrid role combin…
Discover the latest healthcare data scientist jobs from companies hiring across the globe. This page features curated opportunities for data science professionals who apply machine learning, statistical modeling, and advanced analytics to solve healthcare challenges and improve patient outcomes.
Healthcare Data Scientists work on clinical trial analysis, patient outcome prediction, medical imaging AI, drug discovery, electronic health record (EHR) analytics, and population health management. Employers are seeking candidates with expertise in Python or R, SQL, machine learning, biostatistics, and healthcare data standards such as HL7 and FHIR.
These roles require a unique combination of data science skills and healthcare domain knowledge. Experience with HIPAA compliance, clinical data governance, and regulatory requirements is highly valued.
Industries hiring include hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, health technology startups, insurance providers, clinical research organizations, and public health agencies.
Our curated listings include remote, hybrid, and onsite positions across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and other global markets. Many roles offer competitive salaries and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on healthcare delivery and patient care.
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