Data Science Analyst, Analytics

Position Overview

Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) is seeking a Data Science Analyst III to join the Office of Enterprise Data (OED). In this hands‐on role, you will independently collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to develop sophisticated analytics and BI solutions that drive strategic planning, decision-making, goal setting, and performance measurement. This opportunity is based in Los Angeles, CA with Remote ways of working, and requires 5-10 years of overall experience in analytics with a robust background in healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to develop and implement advanced analytics and BI solutions.
• Provide actionable insights that support strategic planning, decision-making, and performance measurement.
• Utilize advanced data manipulation, project management, and analytic development skills (including BI and Machine Learning techniques) within the healthcare domain.
• Support CHLA’s mission to create hope and build healthier futures.

Required Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in healthcare analytics including familiarity with hospital systems, diverse healthcare datasets (claims, EHR, clinical data, structured and unstructured data) and data visualization. (Experience with Medicaid programs and health policy is a plus.)
• Proven advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong data preparation skills using scripting languages (e.g., Oracle PL/SQL, MS SQL, R, Python).
• Advanced BI development skills using tools like Tableau and/or PowerBI.
• Working knowledge of data analytics platforms (e.g., Azure Data Lake, Azure Synapse, Azure Fabric, Oracle DB, SQL Server).
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), including the creation of charts and graphs.
• Executes responsibilities promptly, reliably, honestly, and ethically.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a relevant field (Public Health, Computer Science, Information Systems) or HS Diploma/GED with direct experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field is preferred.