Data Scientist - Privacy Advocate

Datavant is a data platform company and the leader in health data exchange. Our vision is to power every healthcare decision with the right data, at the right time, in the right format. Join us at Datavant, where we harness the largest and most diverse health data network in the U.S. to ensure that data is secure, accessible, and usable for better health decisions. Our trusted platform serves life sciences companies, government agencies, and healthcare providers to improve patient outcomes. By becoming a part of our innovative team, you'll tackle some of healthcare's most complex challenges alongside a diverse group of professionals committed to transforming health data technology. As a key member of the Privacy Science team within the Privacy Hub, you'll contribute significantly to protecting patient privacy amid the evolving landscape of data sharing. You'll engage with real datasets and conduct impactful research, which solidifies our status as industry leaders. Your role will also involve dynamic discussions on re-identification risk while developing your data analysis and coding capabilities. Your Key Responsibilities: Critically analyze extensive health datasets using both standard and customized software libraries. Effectively communicate your findings and progress with both internal and external stakeholders. Generate high-quality reports that succinctly summarize your findings. Contribute to pioneering research that investigates both novel and established sources of re-identification risk. What You Will Bring: Outstanding communication skills and an acute attention to detail in creating comprehensive and well-structured reports. A solid grasp of statistical concepts, including probability distributions, bias, error, and power, as well as sampling and resampling methods. An understanding of the context of real-world data, rather than theoretical abstractions. Proficiency in programming languages like R or Python for data analysis, along with a genuine interest in enhancing your skill set. The ability to apply scientific methods to practical issues through experimental design, exploratory data analysis, and hypothesis testing to draw valid conclusions. Strong time management skills with proven success in prioritizing tasks to meet tight deadlines. A proactive approach to independently exploring new topics that will enrich the Privacy Hub's knowledge base. An understanding of effective data privacy and security methods, along with an awareness of relevant legislation. Familiarity with Amazon Web Services for cloud-based storage and computing. Bonus Points If You Have: Experience in creating documents using LATEX. In-depth knowledge of specific health information types, such as genomics, diseases, or medical imaging. Experience working with public sector organizations, such as federal agencies (e.g., CMS, NIH, VA, CDC), state health departments, or public health research partners, with valuable insight into government data environments and privacy frameworks. At Datavant, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce that promotes a culture of belonging and success. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and identities. Our comprehensive total rewards strategy ensures that our employees are recognized for their contributions in creating innovative health technology and data logistics solutions. The estimated total cash compensation for this role ranges from $104,000 to $130,000 USD. To ensure the health and safety of our team and patients, many of our clients require health screenings and proof of various vaccinations. Requests for exemptions will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources. Please note that this position does not qualify for employment sponsorship. For more information about how we collect and use your data, please review our Privacy Policy.

Created: 2026-03-04