Apply technical knowledge and research skills for data-driven underwriting initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize statistical methods and techniques to analyze data and deliver data-driven insights for underwriting decision-making and automation.
  • Develop models to support underwriting automation.
  • Monitor key performance indicators to ensure effective tracking and assessment of underwriting activities.
  • Conduct protective value studies to evaluate the effectiveness and value of third party data sources.
  • Construct and maintain data dictionaries to ensure clarity and consistency in data usage.
  • Perform deep dive analyses to uncover detailed insights.
  • Develop models to support underwriting automation processes.
  • Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in research, biological science, analytics, statistics, actuarial science or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Senior level research/analytics experience in underwriting automation, data science, life insurance, or medical research five to eight years.
  • Proficiency in R, Python or equivalent coding language and/or Power BI
  • Proficiency in SQL
  • Experience building basic statistical and/or machine learning models
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong analytical problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to present research findings to senior management
  • An inquisitive mindset and the ability and willingness to learn new skills
  • Proficiency using MS Excel

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in a relevant field
  • Life underwriting knowledge
  • Experience with automation

Working Conditions

  • Remote environment 

The Salary for this position generally ranges between $88,000-$110,000 annually.  Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

Additionally, this position is typically eligible for a 15% Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. 

This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.