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Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.
Overview:
This is 100% remote position. CHLA requires a primary residence in California prior to start date.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift
Purpose Statement/Position Summary: Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Analytics, the Data Science Analyst III will support the Chuck Lorre Pediatric Health Education Institute (CLPHEI), a first-of-its-kind hub dedicated to advancing pediatric health education, workforce development, and lifelong learning across the healthcare continuum. The Data Science Analyst III is a senior-level analyst who independently partners with educators, program leaders, researchers, and operational teams to develop a comprehensive understanding of learner journeys, educational outcomes, and program impact across a growing portfolio of initiatives.
This role leads efforts to identify, integrate, and analyze education data from multiple sources and translate those insights into innovative dashboards, outcome measures, advanced analytics, and machine learning solutions that demonstrate program impact and support continuous improvement across CLPHEI initiatives.
The Data Science Analyst III demonstrates advanced expertise in healthcare analytics, project management, technical data manipulation, business intelligence, and machine learning while translating complex data into actionable insights that support CHLA’s mission to create hope and build healthier futures, and strengthen pediatric health education for children, families, communities, and the future healthcare workforce.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- 8 years of experience in healthcare education and learner analytics, including some familiarity with hospital systems, healthcare data sets (claims, EHR, clinical data, structured and unstructured data) and analytics, data management, and data visualization.
- Able to demonstrate advanced analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, beyond a DSA II.
- Able to demonstrate advanced data prep skills, beyond a DSA II, using scripting languages like Oracle PL/SQL, MS SQL, R, Python, etc.
- Able to demonstrate advanced BI development skills, beyond a DSA II, using Tableau and/or PowerBI.
- Understanding of and familiarity with Data Analytics platforms like Azure data lake, Azure Synapse, Azure Fabric, Oracle DB, SQL Server, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to be self-paced, self-motivated and flexible in a rapidly evolving environment.
- Able to demonstrate strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills and able to effectively engage and influence various stakeholders at all levels of the organization with varying skill sets, beyond a DSA II.
- Organized and detail-oriented, with proven ability to independently plan and execute projects, prioritize workload, meet deadlines, and manage more than one project at a time.
- Proactive learner with initiative to learn new skills and apply this knowledge on the job.
- Executes all job responsibilities and assignments promptly, reliably, honestly and ethically.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), including creating charts and graphs.
EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a relevant field (Public Health, Computer Science, Information Systems) or HS Diploma/GED plus 8 years of direct experience.
Preferred: Master’s degree.
COMPENSATION:
CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.
Posting Range: $106,080.00-$141,440.00
CLOSING:
CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world. As a premier Magnet®-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth. Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.
At Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance. Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process.
Our various experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA.
INTRODUCTION:
Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.
Overview:
This is 100% remote position. CHLA requires a primary residence in California prior to start date.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift
Purpose Statement/Position Summary: Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Analytics, the Data Science Analyst III will support the Chuck Lorre Pediatric Health Education Institute (CLPHEI), a first-of-its-kind hub dedicated to advancing pediatric health education, workforce development, and lifelong learning across the healthcare continuum. The Data Science Analyst III is a senior-level analyst who independently partners with educators, program leaders, researchers, and operational teams to develop a comprehensive understanding of learner journeys, educational outcomes, and program impact across a growing portfolio of initiatives.
This role leads efforts to identify, integrate, and analyze education data from multiple sources and translate those insights into innovative dashboards, outcome measures, advanced analytics, and machine learning solutions that demonstrate program impact and support continuous improvement across CLPHEI initiatives.
The Data Science Analyst III demonstrates advanced expertise in healthcare analytics, project management, technical data manipulation, business intelligence, and machine learning while translating complex data into actionable insights that support CHLA’s mission to create hope and build healthier futures, and strengthen pediatric health education for children, families, communities, and the future healthcare workforce.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- 8 years of experience in healthcare education and learner analytics, including some familiarity with hospital systems, healthcare data sets (claims, EHR, clinical data, structured and unstructured data) and analytics, data management, and data visualization.
- Able to demonstrate advanced analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, beyond a DSA II.
- Able to demonstrate advanced data prep skills, beyond a DSA II, using scripting languages like Oracle PL/SQL, MS SQL, R, Python, etc.
- Able to demonstrate advanced BI development skills, beyond a DSA II, using Tableau and/or PowerBI.
- Understanding of and familiarity with Data Analytics platforms like Azure data lake, Azure Synapse, Azure Fabric, Oracle DB, SQL Server, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to be self-paced, self-motivated and flexible in a rapidly evolving environment.
- Able to demonstrate strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills and able to effectively engage and influence various stakeholders at all levels of the organization with varying skill sets, beyond a DSA II.
- Organized and detail-oriented, with proven ability to independently plan and execute projects, prioritize workload, meet deadlines, and manage more than one project at a time.
- Proactive learner with initiative to learn new skills and apply this knowledge on the job.
- Executes all job responsibilities and assignments promptly, reliably, honestly and ethically.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), including creating charts and graphs.
EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a relevant field (Public Health, Computer Science, Information Systems) or HS Diploma/GED plus 8 years of direct experience.
Preferred: Master’s degree.
COMPENSATION:
CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.
Posting Range: $106,080.00-$141,440.00
CLOSING:
CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world. As a premier Magnet®-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth. Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.
At Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance. Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process.
Our various experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA.
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Lead with publications and patents
Directors with published research, patents, or conference presentations have a measurable edge in O-1A and EB-1A petitions. Compile a clear record of citations and recognitions before approaching employers about sponsorship.
Target companies with established sponsorship pipelines
Large technology, finance, and healthcare organizations sponsor Data Science Directors regularly and have internal immigration counsel. These employers move faster and make fewer procedural errors than companies sponsoring for the first time.
Align your degree field to the role description
H-1B approval for Director-level data science roles depends on matching your degree field to the job. Statistics, computer science, mathematics, and applied machine learning degrees map cleanly. Unrelated fields require strong experience equivalency documentation.
Request a National Interest Waiver evaluation early
Directors whose work influences public health, infrastructure, or national security outcomes may qualify for an NIW under EB-2. Ask an immigration attorney to assess eligibility before accepting an offer that assumes standard PERM sponsorship.
Document your supervisory and strategic scope
USCIS distinguishes hands-on analyst roles from director-level positions by scope of authority. Offer letters and job descriptions should specify budget control, team size, and organizational reporting structure to strengthen the specialty occupation argument.
Plan around H-1B cap timing if you are not cap-exempt
If you are outside the U.S. or on an expiring non-cap-exempt status, H-1B registration opens in March for an October start. Cap-exempt employers, including universities and nonprofits, can file at any time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Data Science Director roles?
Yes. Data Science Director is consistently among the most sponsored H-1B visa job titles. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation because it requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, statistics, or mathematics, and most employers expect a master's or PhD. Large technology and financial services companies file hundreds of petitions annually for this title.
Can I qualify for an O-1A visa as a Data Science Director?
Many Data Science Directors meet O-1A criteria without realizing it. Published research with citations, peer review work, conference presentations, patents, or a record of commanding above-industry-average compensation can each satisfy individual O-1A criteria. You need to meet at least three of eight categories. An O-1A has no annual cap and no lottery, making it a strong alternative if you missed the H-1B cycle.
What degree do I need for a Data Science Director H-1B petition to be approved?
USCIS requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a field directly related to the job. For Data Science Director, computer science, statistics, applied mathematics, and data engineering are the clearest fits. Degrees in business or economics may work if paired with significant quantitative coursework. A three-year Australian or Indian bachelor's degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree when combined with relevant experience.
How do I find Data Science Director jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, so you can browse Data Science Director openings from employers already willing to sponsor H-1B or other work visas. This removes the guesswork of cold-applying and finding out late in the process that a company won't support a petition.
Is PERM labor certification required for a Data Science Director green card, or are there faster paths?
PERM is the standard EB-2 or EB-3 route and can take two to four years before a visa number becomes current, longer for Indian and Chinese nationals. Directors with substantial peer-recognized contributions may skip PERM entirely through the EB-1A extraordinary ability category or the EB-2 National Interest Waiver, both of which allow self-petition without employer involvement. An immigration attorney can assess which path fits your publication and leadership record.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Data Science Director jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.