Life & Health R&D Manager - Hybrid

Swiss Re • Fort Wayne, IN

2d • $146,000 - $256,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As an L&H R&D Manager, you'll lead groundbreaking research initiatives that directly impact how we understand, predict and respond to evolving global life and health trends; and how it impacts our business assumptions and decisions we make. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate complex data into impactful insights that inform business decisions and industry perspectives.

Requirements

• Qualified actuary with at least 5 years' experience in L&H insurance
• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Mathematics, Statistics, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health, Data Science, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in life and health research, mortality analysis, or similar analytical roles
• Proven expertise in statistical analysis and data modeling techniques, particularly as applied to life and health outcomes
• Strong programming skills in R, Python, or similar languages for data manipulation and analysis
• Experience communicating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders
• Curious and interest on understanding the drivers of mortality and morbidity risk

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AI/machine learning applications in life and health forecasting
• Background in health and or medical research
• Publication record in peer-reviewed journals
• Experience managing research partnerships with academic or industry organizations
• Proficiency in data visualization tools and techniques
• Project management certification or demonstrated experience leading complex research initiatives

Responsibilities

• Lead research projects focused on mortality and morbidity risk across diverse populations
• Analyse and interpret complex structured and unstructured datasets to identify meaningful life and health trends
• Develop forecasting models that predict long-term life and health patterns with statistical rigour
• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with academic institutions and research organizations
• Communicate insights to internal stakeholders and external clients through compelling presentations and reports
• Stay current with emerging medical advancements, technological innovations, and societal shifts affecting life and health outcomes
• Mentor junior researchers and foster a culture of scientific excellence and collaborative inquiry
• Contribute to thought leadership initiatives through publications, conferences, and client engagements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees