Mgr, Modeling and Analytics

Quest Diagnostics

About The Position

This position is responsible for the development, maintenance, and oversight of operational models and business analytics platforms. The models and analytics platforms will provide actionable insights to functional teams across all functions of the organization. The position includes defining business opportunities through observing the work being done, working with functional leaders to align on impact and prioritization, developing mathematical models to inform business decisions, translating complex mathematical models into easy to digest and actionable formats/dashboards, and training functional teams on use of the models to ensure adoption that maintains sustainable business results.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in data analytics and/or mathematical modeling
5+ years of experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or operations environment
3+ years of experience in Python, SQL or C++
BI and Visualization: Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel, Google Sheets.
Data Tools: Alteryx, Salesforce, Jira, Snowflake.
Strong expertise with database applications such as MS Access, or other relational databases very desirable.
Expert knowledge of test codes and methods available is helpful.
Experience working with geographically dispersed teams.
Demonstrated ability to develop strong relationships with others.
Advanced data analysis skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills across multiple formats: formal presentations, training material development, meetings, conference calls, e-mails, and memos.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Knowledge of AI models and development fundamentals
Excellent written and verbal skills, results oriented, and collaborative.
Bachelor’s degree in biology, computer science or mathematics.
Formal training in Python or C++, AI development
Problem Solving
Listening
Dealing with Ambiguity
Drive for Results
Organizational Agility
Managerial Courage
Business Acumen

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in biology, computer science or mathematics.

Responsibilities

Ability to use numbers and equations to analyze, explain, and simplify complex systems and processes throughout the business
Establish the foundational modeling required to implement actionable AI across business operations
Create predictive models to forecast impact of changes in volume/equipment/personnel based on actual information
Works with functional leaders as well as team members to understand business challenges and identify opportunities for modeling to add value.
Owns a portfolio of initiatives including large scale mathematical modeling projects, data analysis projects, and visuals/dashboard requests.
Demonstrated understanding of continuous improvement, process management, or system thinking (value stream thinking)
Develop roadmap to leverage AI in data analytics
Implement automation strategies to improve useability of data
Implement industry leading practices in data analytics and modeling
Collaborate across the organization to champion infrastructure and competencies for data analytics

Benefits

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
healthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities