Data Scientist - Public Health Data [CLOSED]

Digital Bharat Collaborative (Piramal Foundation)

Digital Bharat Collaborative, part of the Piramal Foundation, is on a mission to transform public systems to improve citizens’ access to government health services. DBC focuses on leadership, decentralisation, digitisation, and inclusion, particularly for women and youth.

About the Role

The Data Scientist - Public Health Data will analyze public health data to inform policy and program decisions. This includes identifying outliers, generating reports, and using AI tools to provide actionable insights that improve public health outcomes.

Location: Patna
Travel Requirement: Open to travel as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze public health data to support evidence-based decisions for the Executive Director.
Identify and address outliers in datasets to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Generate reports and visualizations to communicate findings effectively to stakeholders.
Leverage AI tools to derive insights for enhancing public health outcomes.
Collaborate with teams to define data requirements and project objectives.
Conduct exploratory data analysis and mining to uncover trends and patterns.
Develop predictive models to forecast public health trends and inform strategies.
Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and best practices.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

Master’s degree in Data Science, Public Health, Statistics, Computer Science, or related fields.
5-7 years of experience in data analysis, public health, or similar areas.
Proven experience with statistical methods and machine learning techniques applied to public health data.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in programming languages like Python or R for data analysis and visualization.
Strong understanding of statistical methods and machine learning algorithms.
Excellent analytical and communication skills to interpret and present complex data effectively.
Familiarity with public health metrics and indicators relevant to state health initiatives.

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