Advanced Analytics Consultant (contract)

Advanced Analytics Consultant (contract) Atlanta, GA Job Details Contract 18 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Research design Statistics Economics Master's degree in epidemiology Statistics Medical claims processing Computer Science Scientific publications SAS 5 years Engineering Mathematics Doctoral degree in epidemiology Consulting experience SAS language SQL White papers Customer segmentation Analysis skills Ph.D. in statistics Doctor of Philosophy Master of Science Statistical modeling Master of Arts Master's degree in statistics Epidemiology Participating in conferences Epidemiology Teradata Master's degree in computer science Senior level Research & development Statistical analysis tools Database software proficiency

Full Job Description Job ID:

JP00046428

Anticipated Start Date:

April 20, 2026 Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCForward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date. Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve. Primary duties may include, but are not limited to: Provides analytical insights to support business solution development based on quality, use, cost and other key drivers. Develops and refines analysis templates for problem diagnosis and opportunities assessment. Consults on all considerations related to designing and executing tests or pilot programs. Contributes to the design of new program/initiative based on test/pilot outcomes. Develops targeting criteria or customer segmentation based on analytical insights, clinical inputs, product design and operations considerations. Develops predictive models and other tools that help target the right members. Develops methodology to measure clinical, utilization and financial outcomes of a program/initiative. Conducts in-depth research to address challenging issues in measuring outcomes. Leads applied research projects; authors white papers, presents at industry conferences and submits journal publications. Addresses limitation of certain data sources and evaluates incremental value of new data sources. MUST have in-depth knowledge of claims processing and claims data. MUST be able to run their own analysis and translate to insights and/or recommendations as well as work within a team and possibly direct less experienced team members on where, how, and what to look for.

Requirements :

Requires MS, MA, or PhD with concentration in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Epidemiology, Engineering, Computer Science or Operations Research and a minimum of 5 years' experience in related health care analytics; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background. PhD preferred. Experience with developing expert modeling system for segmentation/stratification that supports customized strategies for different customer segments in a major industry highly desirable - healthcare, financial, database/direct marketing, online retails, consulting, etc. Substantial analytical experience in healthcare industry preferred. Advanced expertise with SAS or equivalent analytical tools and comprehensive experience with Teradata, SQL, or equivalent data base tools strongly preferred.

Job Type:

Contract Opportunity Additional Details:

Must have medical health plan claims experience. Work schedule, Standard Business hours M-F, 8 to 5pm EST Candidate must be available to go into the Atlanta office (740 Peachtree St. NW, Atlanta, GA, 30308) for collaboration meetings. Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, contractors are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. Candidates must reside within 50 miles or 1-hour commute each way of a relevant Elevance Health location.

About BCForward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally. BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work. BCForward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process. This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration. Benefits Information BCForward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k. The company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws . This does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).