Director of Data Science and Automation

About the job

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE : CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end‑to‑end solutions and data‑driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care. With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future. With approximately 48,000 employees across several countries and Fiscal 2023 revenues of $205 billion, Cardinal Health ranks among the top 15 on the Fortune 500. What We Are Looking For : Education : Masters or PhD in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required. • Experience : 18+ years of proven experience in applying machine learning, deep learning, and data analysis within healthcare, life sciences, supply chain domain • Technical Skills : Hands-on expertise in Generative AI techniques, prototyping, SQL, R, and Python for statistical analysis and programming. • Demonstrate proficiency with various approaches in regression, classification, and cluster analysis • Customer-Facing Skills : Strong ability to engage with customers, understand their needs, and deliver tailored solutions that drive business outcomes. • Communication : Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey complex concepts to diverse audiences. • Leadership : Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously What You’ll Do : Roadmap Input & New Data Science Approaches • Provide strategic input into the data science roadmap to align with Cardinal Health long-term goals. • Explore and implement new data science methodologies and generative AI techniques to enhance product offerings. Thought Leadership Collateral • Develop whitepapers, case studies, and presentations showcasing our data science capabilities. • Represent Cardinal Health at conferences, webinars, and industry events to establish thought leadership in AI / ML. Digital Solutions Partnerships & Proof of Concepts (POCs) • Partner with digital partner teams to demonstrate the value of AI solutions to business units through POCs and technical deep dives. • Collaborate with business delivering impactful AI / ML-driven insights and solutions tailored to their needs. • Champion use case discovery and solutions architecture for Digital Intelligent automation including leveraging technologies such as Automation Anywhere, Process and Task mining tools Data Science Projects • Will play a player-coach role, code when needed and lead the execution of high-impact data science projects from ideation to deployment, ensuring alignment with business objectives. • Oversee the development of scalable AI / ML models and prototypes that enhance operational efficiency and decision-making for business. • Mentor and guide a team of data scientists to achieve technical excellence and foster innovation. Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Requirements

• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• Data Analysis
• Generative AI
• Statistical Analysis

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in Data Science
• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Science
• Engineering

Preferred Technologies

• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• Data Analysis
• Generative AI
• Statistical Analysis

About the company

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE : CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end‑to‑end solutions and data‑driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care. With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future. With approximately 48,000 employees across several countries and Fiscal 2023 revenues of $205 billion, Cardinal Health ranks among the top 15 on the Fortune 500.