Data Scientist

Job Description

Job Description

7,000 Diseases - 500 Treatments - 1 Rare Pharmacy 

PANTHERx is the nation’s largest rare disease pharmacy, and we put the patient experience at the top of everything that we do. 

If you are looking for a career in the healthcare field that embraces authentic dedication to patient care, you don’t need to look beyond PANTHERx. In every line of service, in every position and area of expertise, PANTHERx associates are driven to provide the highest quality outcomes for our patients.  

We are seeking team members who: 

Are inspired and compassionate problem solvers;

Produce high quality work; 

Thrive in the excitement of the ever-challenging environment of modern medicine; and 

Are committed to achieving superior health outcomes for people living with rare and devastating diseases. 

At PANTHERx, we know our employees are the driving force in what we do. We cultivate talent and encourage growth within PANTHERx so that our associates can continue to explore their interests and expand their careers. Guided by our mission to provide uncompromising quality every day, we continue our strategic growth to further reach those affected by rare diseases.  

Join the PANTHERx team, and define your own RxARE future in healthcare!

Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid or Remote)

Classification : Exempt
Status: Full-Time

Reports To: Data Scientist

Purpose

The Data Scientist is responsible for data modeling, model deployment, and model training, focusing on leveraging data to improve patient outcomes, optimize pharmacy operations, and support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have experience in healthcare analytics, a strong foundation in statistical modeling and machine learning, and a passion for using data to drive innovation in specialty pharmacy services.

Responsibilities

• Develops predictive models to support business needs. Identify patient adherence risks, optimize medication therapy management, etc.
• Applies machine learning techniques to uncover patterns in patient behavior, treatment efficacy, and operational efficiency.
• Translates complex data into actionable insights for pharmacy leadership and clinical teams.
• Participates in the end-to-end lifecycle of AI projects, from ideation to model deployment and monitoring.
• Supports strategic initiatives such as value-based care programs, payer reporting, and clinical trial analytics.
• Works with data engineers to ensure data integrity, accessibility, and security across pharmacy systems.
• Cleans, transforms, and validates large datasets from EMRs, claims, dispensing systems, and patient engagement platforms.
• Works with Data Architect to evaluate and implement new tools, technologies, and methodologies to advance the organization’s AI capabilities.
• Communicates complex technical concepts and project outcomes to non-technical stakeholders, including executive leadership.
• Champions data governance, quality, and security best practices across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Minimum of one (1) year of professional experience in data science.
• Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of data privacy, security, and compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Experience with healthcare data standards (HL7, FHIR, NCPDP) and familiarity with HIPAA compliance.
• Experience with NLP for clinical text analysis.
• Knowledge of payer-provider dynamics and specialty pharmacy reimbursement models.
• Familiarity with the Azure cloud platform and Azure Databricks.

Work Environment

This position operates in a home or professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Visual acuity is necessary for tasks such as reading or working with various forms of data for extended periods on a computer screen. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits: 

Hybrid, remote and flexible on-site work schedules are available, based on the position.  PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy also affords an excellent benefit package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, health savings and flexible spending accounts, 401K with employer matching, employer-paid life insurance and short/long term disability coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program!   Generous paid time off is also available to all full-time employees, as well as limited paid time off for part-time employees.  Of course we offer paid holidays too!

Equal Opportunity:

PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotions or any term or condition of employment based on race, age, religion, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.