About McKesson Compile
Established in 1833, McKesson is a Fortune 10 global leader in healthcare supply chain management solutions, retail pharmacy, healthcare technology, community oncology, and specialty care. We partner with life sciences companies, manufacturers, providers, pharmacies, governments, and other healthcare organizations to help provide the right medicines, medical products, and healthcare services to the right patients at the right time, safely and cost effectively. Our enterprise consists of the following businesses:
- Pharmaceutical Solutions and Services (PSaS)
- Medical Surgical Solutions (MMS)
- CoverMyMeds (CMM)
- McKesson International (Europe and Canada)
McKesson draws upon its rich and nearly 200-year history to serve as the central nervous system of healthcare, touching nearly 1/3 of all pharmaceuticals used each day in North America, leading as the 4th largest pharmacy chain, and serving as the #1 distributor in Oncology and key specialties. Most recently, McKesson has been awarded the honor and public health responsibility of serving as the centralized distributor of the COVID 19 vaccine(s) and all associated ancillary products and supplies.
McKesson Compile’s data is a comprehensive, full linked system of record for the US Healthcare market, with intelligence on 2M+ healthcare professionals (HCPs) and over 800K facilities. Compile’s data includes high capture medical and pharmacy claims, closed capture Medicare claims (100%), along with best-in-class provider affiliations and customer master. The linked data enables commercial teams to move beyond the traditional approaches that only rely on claims volumes. Our innovations include - Best-in-class provider affiliations - Fully linked data across claims, affiliations, customer master and more - Cleansed, normalized and analytics-ready patient-level data.
We deliver careers with purpose and potential. Our focus on better health starts with creating an inclusive environment with strong values where you can build a fulfilling career. You can count on us to provide you with resources and opportunities to grow and be your best, while contributing to our pursuit of improving lives.
What sets McKesson apart as an exceptional place is our people. Our employees understand that together, unified by our global i²care values, we fulfil our mission and uphold our reputation as a trusted partner to our customers and their patients. Our i²care values are foundational to all that we do, and who we are as a company.
Integrity – We do What’s right
Inclusion –We embrace and respect each other as we are
Customer First – We succeed when our customers succeed
Accountability – We take personal responsibility for our actions and our work
Respect – We treat people with dignity and respect
Excellence – We insist upon quality
Principal Data Scientist
Responsibilities
- Leadership and Strategy: Lead data science projects from inception to completion. - Define and implement the data science strategy in alignment with organizational goals. - Collaborate with senior leadership to understand business objectives and translate them into data-driven solutions.
- Project Management : Oversee the entire lifecycle of data science projects, including planning, execution, and delivery. - Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. - Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including IT, product management, and business stakeholders
- Technical Expertise : Develop and implement advanced statistical models, machine learning algorithms, and data mining techniques. - Analyze large datasets to extract actionable insights and make data-driven recommendations. - Stay up to date with the latest developments in data science and artificial intelligence.
Mentorship and Development:
- Mentor and guide junior data scientists and analysts
- Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
- Provide training and development opportunities to team members.
Communication
- Present findings and insights to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations for executive leadership.
- Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to various audiences.
Experience
- Extensive experience in data science, machine learning, and statistical modeling.
- Proven track record of leading and managing data science projects.
- Experience in a leadership or senior role within a data science team.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Scala.
- Expertise in machine learning frameworks and libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.
- Strong knowledge of SQL and database management.
Analytical Skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and draw meaningful insights.
Soft Skills
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Key Competencies
- Innovation: Drive innovation by exploring new methodologies and technologies. -
- Ethics: Ensure ethical standards and data privacy are maintained in all data science activities. -
- Results-Oriented: Focus on delivering tangible business results through data-driven decision-making.
- Adaptability: Adapt to changing business needs and stay current with industry trends.
Tools and Technologies
- Programming Languages: Python, R, Scala
- Machine Learning Frameworks: TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn -
- Data Visualization Tools: Tableau, Power BI, matplotlib, seaborn
- Big Data Technologies: Hadoop, Spark -
- Database Systems: SQL, NoSQL databases
