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Whether you’re directly supporting a growing family, or developing online tools to help navigate a difficult loss, customers are counting on the combined talents of our entire team. Develop logical data models combining internal and external datasets; lead conversations with external data providers when needed.

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<div>When you join the team at Unum, you become part of an organization committed to helping you thrive.Here, we work to provide the employee benefits and service solutions that enable employees at our client companies to thrive throughout life’s moments. And this starts with ensuring that every one of our team members enjoys opportunities to succeed both professionally and personally. To enable this, we provide: <ul><li>Award-winning culture </li><li>Inclusion and diversity as a priority </li><li>Performance Based Incentive Plans</li><li>Competitive benefits package that includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability </li><li>Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!) </li><li>Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution </li><li>Mental health support </li><li>Career advancement opportunities </li><li>Student loan repayment options </li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Flexible work environments </li></ul><h3>*All the benefits listed above are subject to the terms of their individual Plans.</h3>And that’s just the beginning…  With 10,000 employees helping more than 39 million people worldwide, every role at Unum is meaningful and impacts the lives of our customers. Whether you’re directly supporting a growing family, or developing online tools to help navigate a difficult loss, customers are counting on the combined talents of our entire team. Help us help others, and join Team Unum today! <h2>General Summary:</h2>Are you passionate about using AI and advanced analytics to solve complex, high‑visibility business problems? Do you thrive in an innovation‑driven environment where you can prototype, experiment, and shape the future of AI at scale? If so, this is the role for you. We are seeking a Senior or Principal Data Scientist to join our innovation hub—a small, agile team tackling the company’s most strategic challenges. You’ll build POCs, develop end‑to‑end machine learning and generative AI solutions, and work directly with senior leaders across the enterprise. What You Bring Bachelor’s in a quantitative field required (Master’s/PhD preferred) 6+ years of experience in data science or machine learning Strong Python and SQL skills Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred; Azure/GCP comparable) Databricks + PySpark experience is a strong plus Background in statistical modeling, ML algorithms, and feature engineering Ability to build automated analytics workflows and work with APIs Strong communication skills with experience influencing senior stakeholders Entrepreneurial mindset, curiosity, and comfort working in fast‑moving environmentsJob Specifications / Qualifications<div>Education<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field required.</li><li>Master’s or PhD in a quantitative discipline preferred.</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>6+ years of professional experience or equivalent relevant work.</li><li>Proven track record leading end‑to‑end data science projects with measurable business impact.</li></ul>Technical ExpertiseCore Data Science Capabilities (expert in at least two, strong in others):<ul><li>Programming & Automation:<ul><li>Python required; experience with automation, DevOps practices, APIs, file I/O, and database integrations.</li><li>Experience engineering solutions in cloud environments (AWS preferred; Azure/Google comparable).</li><li>Exposure to object‑oriented development and scalable architecture.</li></ul></li><li>Data Visualization:<ul><li>Expertise across multiple visualization tools and techniques.</li><li>Ability to tailor visuals to business use cases and audiences.</li></ul></li><li>Statistics & Machine Learning:<ul><li>Deep knowledge of statistical inference, regression, feature selection, feature extraction, and ML algorithms.</li><li>Experience leading large-scale modeling projects end-to-end.</li><li>Familiarity with generative AI approaches is a plus.</li></ul></li><li>Data Engineering / ETL:<ul><li>Strong SQL skills; ability to design, debug, and optimize complex queries.</li><li>Ability to navigate and explore large databases independently.</li><li>Experience combining internal and external data sources.</li></ul></li></ul>Soft Skills & Business Leadership<ul><li>Strong communication skills, including the ability to influence senior leaders.</li><li>Project management expertise and strong business acumen (financial services experience a plus).</li><li>Ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives in a fast‑moving environment.</li><li>Comfortable leading engagements and representing analytics with executive leadership.</li></ul></div><div>Primary ResponsibilitiesAnalytical Solution Development<ul><li>Design, develop, and execute analytical solutions using optimization, simulation, machine learning, generative AI, and statistical modeling.</li><li>Construct predictive models to explain events, forecast behaviors, identify risk, or perform segmentation and clustering.</li><li>Apply domain expertise to ensure models are practical, interpretable, and aligned with business needs.</li><li>Evaluate alternative approaches and select appropriate modeling techniques for each use case.</li></ul>Data Engineering & Preparation<ul><li>Integrate and transform large volumes of data from diverse sources (e.g., DB2, SQL Server, Teradata, APIs) to support analytics and experimentation.</li><li>Build modeling‑ready datasets using validation, reconciliation, feature engineering, and aggregation techniques.</li><li>Write complex SQL queries involving multi‑table joins, data exploration, and troubleshooting with minimal guidance.</li><li>Develop logical data models combining internal and external datasets; lead conversations with external data providers when needed.</li></ul>Automation & Deployment<ul><li>Build automated analytics pipelines leveraging scripting, APIs, DevOps practices, and cloud platforms.</li><li>Partner with engineering and IT teams to scale solutions, automate workflows, and integrate models into business processes.</li><li>Play a lead role in operationalizing AI/ML solutions within production environments.</li></ul>Visualization, Insights & Communication<ul><li>Develop and deliver clear, compelling visualizations (static or dynamic) tailored to various audiences.</li><li>Interpret analytical results and communicate actionable insights that influence senior leaders and key business partners.</li><li>Translate complex technical work into business‑friendly recommendations.</li></ul>Leadership, Mentorship & Collaboration<ul><li>Coach, mentor, and develop junior data scientists; provide technical guidance and feedback.</li><li>Provide leadership on data science initiatives, ensuring outputs meet quality standards.</li><li>Work in a collaborative, innovation-focused environment with product owners, engineers, data architects, and business partners.</li><li>Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing independently and guiding less experienced team members.</li></ul>Innovation & Research<ul><li>Stay current on emerging statistical methods, machine learning advancements, and generative AI tools.</li><li>Conduct independent R&D to prototype new approaches and explore innovative solutions for high‑visibility business problems.</li><li>Demonstrate entrepreneurial, self‑starter mindset with a strong curiosity and continuous‑learning orientation.</li></ul></div>#LI-AD1#LI-Multi ~IN1Unum and Colonial Life are part of Unum Group, a Fortune 500 company and leading provider of employee benefits to companies worldwide. Headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, with international offices in Ireland, Poland and the UK, Unum also has significant operations in Portland, ME, and Baton Rouge, LA - plus over 35 US field offices. Colonial Life is headquartered in Columbia, SC, with over 40 field offices nationwide.Unum is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.The base salary range for applicants for this position is listed below. Unless actual salary is indicated above in the job description, actual pay will be based on skill, geographical location and experience.$89,400.00-$183,500.00Additionally, Unum offers a portfolio of benefits and rewards that are competitive and comprehensive including healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental), insurance benefits (short & long-term disability), performance-based incentive plans, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 5% and an additional 4.5% contribution whether you contribute to the plan or not.  All benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of individual Plans.Company:Unum</div>

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Patient care provider will possess knowledge, training, experience, and be competent in the following specific to the age of patients served; the ability to obtain and interpret information; a knowledge of growth and development; and an understanding of the range of treatments needed by these patients. Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world.

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: Laboratory - Clinical Job Summary: Nights-6:30p-7:00a Should have a working understanding of medical technology and the ability to recognize problems. Good communication skills. Works well under high stress. Patient care provider will possess knowledge, training, experience, and be competent in the following specific to the age of patients served; the ability to obtain and interpret information; a knowledge of growth and development; and an understanding of the range of treatments needed by these patients. The patients served include all age groups as follows: neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. . 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This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings. These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health’s reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South. Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion. ​ Core Accountabilities: Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members. Core Capabilities: Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.- Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation:- Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.- Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.- Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements. Position Qualifications: Responsibilities: Certifications: LIC-Medical Technologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience Experience Level : Less than 1 year Education: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program (Required) _This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth._ _Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled._

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