Data Science Consultant I

Company: AFLAC
Location: Columbus
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Opportunity: Data Science Consultant I- Research & Development Job Summary Performs prescriptive analysis using advanced mathematical techniques to computationally determine a set of beneficial alternative actions or decisions given a complex set of objectives, requirements, and limitations, with the goal of improving business performance; in addition, performs predictive, diagnostic, and descriptive analysis, while employing CRISP-DM (Cross Industry Standards for Data Mining) Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs organizational research by gathering, interpreting, and comparing operational data to benchmarking/best practice data, identifies significant business issues, trends and opportunities and provides insights/recommendations to the organization
• Develops reporting and analysis frameworks for strategic initiatives
• Develops and maintains databases, to include documenting standards for use, control, updating and maintenance of databases within internal business areas
• Leads special projects requiring commensurate analytical expertise and the development of executive level presentations; to include identifying, defining, and implementing best-in-class analytical practices
• Ensures appropriate measures and reports are defined and implemented to assess organizational performance and/or initiative performance
• Leads and assists with the development and training of analysts in Business Analytics and other internal business areas .
• Assists with strategic efforts/business planning by gathering metrics, performing analysis, and creating deliverable tracking
• Serves as a resource for less-experienced team members using broad knowledge, experience, and analytical tools to assist in the attainment of department/organizational goals
• Performs other related duties as required Education & Experience Required

• Bachelors Degree
• 2 - 4 years of job-related experience
• Demonstrated experience performing complex predictive and prescriptive business-related analyses
• Demonstrated ability to lead and transition projects by mentoring/developing others Or an equivalent combination of education and experience Job Knowledge & Skills
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to mentor and train other analysts and business partners on analytical methods, tools, reports, and data
• Excellent presentation, oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills to effectively interact with all levels of management; ability to maintain professionalism
• Advanced knowledge of the operations of the business and the insurance industry
• Ability to collaborate with business unit customers, IT, business partners, and all levels of leadership to deliver results
• Strong facilitation and project management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines Competencies
  • Acting with Integrity
  • Communicating Effectively -
  • Pursuing Self-Development -
  • Serving Customers
  • Supporting Change -
  • Supporting Organizational Goals
  • Working with Diverse Populations

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