Postdoctorate Scientist performs scientific research in collaboration with a research team. Primarily a temporary position. Being a Postdoctorate Scientist requires an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. The Postdoctorate Scientist works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in solution or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. To be a Postdoctorate Scientist typically requires 10+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
DATA SCIENTIST
PHYSICIANS MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
DUTIES: Develops a data science capability that supports insurance pricing, valuation, and marketing platforms. Creates detailed analysis and operational recommendations through intense mathematical analysis, collaboration with subject matter experts, model design, and development. Leverages in-house “Big Data" to design, implement, and build models/machine learning algorithms on computing clusters, providing technical and strategic vision, expertise, and depth to the organization.
EDUCATION: Position requires, at a minimum, a Master’s degree in Math/Statistics, Data Science, or related field.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 4 years experience with at least one scripting language, such as Python or PHP. Experience with an analysis tool, such as SciPy, R, Matlab, or SAS required. Experience with relational or NoSQL database queries required. Experience working with large data sets and leveraging distributed computing tools (Map/Reduce, Hadoop, Hive, Nutch, etc.).
REFERENCE: Persons interested in this position may send correspondence to:
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
Attn: Connie Jenson
2600 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE 68131
Please reference Code # 946017
Position is located in Omaha, Nebraska. Applicant must have proof of legal authorization to work in the United States. Employer policy is to conduct pre employment drug testing, background check, and reference checks.