Lead Data Scientist

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises. 

Position Summary: 

Responsible for leading technical solutioning that includes research, design, and execution. May coach or mentor other team members.

Position Responsibilities: 

• Leads the collaboration of a diverse team of data scientists, data engineers and other business partners to research, design, build and refine data sciences solutions.
• Presents insights, results, and recommendations to external business partners and senior leadership teams. 
• Assists in managing projects.
• Communicates project progress and challenges to external business partners and senior leadership team. 
• Leads model peer reviews with other data science groups and business partners. Provides recommendations for enhancements.
• Coaches or mentor team members.
• Assists training sessions on statistical modeling and AI/ML techniques.

 Position Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or other STEM field with 6-10 years of experience in insurance industry or related industry in a data science/analytics environment.
• PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or other STEM fields preferred with 4-8 years of experience in insurance industry or related industry in a data science/predictive environment.
• At least 6 years of firsthand experience with statistical modeling and AI/ML platforms.

Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination. Kemper is focused on expanding our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts to align with our vision, mission, and guiding principles.  Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email.  Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates.  If you receive such a message, delete it.  

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