Lead Research Scientist – Stars Decision Science

Humana is hiring a Lead Research Scientist - Stars Decision Science to join our Performance and Decision Intelligence group within the wider Stars Analytics organization in Uptown, Marion County. If you thrive on turning intricate business challenges into measurable, data-driven action, this on-site role was built for you.

About the Role

As a Lead Research Scientist on Humana's Stars Decision Science team, you will design and deploy sophisticated analytics, optimization frameworks, and decision-science approaches that convert complicated operational questions into clear, actionable recommendations. This full-time, in-office position in Uptown, Marion County places you at the heart of how Humana measures performance and shapes smarter healthcare decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and apply advanced analytical models that address complex business problems across the Stars program.
• Develop optimization frameworks that guide strategic and operational decision-making.
• Translate ambiguous, high-stakes questions into structured, data-driven recommendations leadership can act on.
• Collaborate with the Performance and Decision Intelligence team to advance the goals of the larger Stars Analytics organization.
• Champion rigorous decision-science methodologies that improve outcomes and performance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in advanced analytics, optimization, and decision-science techniques.
• Proven ability to frame messy business challenges as solvable, quantitative problems.
• Strong skill in communicating complex findings as practical, actionable guidance.
• Experience working within cross-functional analytics or research teams.
• Comfort operating on-site in Uptown, Marion County in a full-time capacity.

About Humana

Humana is a healthcare organization built on a caring community, where analytics and decision science help drive better results for the people we serve. Joining the Stars Analytics organization means contributing to work that directly influences quality, performance, and the experience of millions of members.

How to Apply

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