Associate – Data Management & Analytics (Healthcare Providers)

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

$105K/yr - $130K/yr

Entry Level

Huron is a global consultancy that collaborates with clients to drive strategic growth, ignite innovation and navigate constant change. They are seeking an Associate to join their Data Management & Analytics team, focusing on helping healthcare organizations define and implement effective data strategies and governance models.

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Responsibilities

Support client engagements focused on data strategy, data governance, and data architecture for healthcare provider organizations
Assist in assessing current-state data capabilities, operating models, and technology landscapes
Contribute to the design of future-state data operating models, governance frameworks, and roadmaps
Perform analysis related to data domains, data quality, metadata, and master data management
Support development of deliverables including strategy decks, operating model documentation, and implementation roadmaps
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including clinical, operational, IT, and analytics stakeholders
Apply healthcare industry knowledge to align data initiatives with clinical quality, financial performance, and regulatory requirements
Stay current on emerging trends in healthcare data, analytics platforms, and cloud-based architectures

Qualification

Required

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Healthcare Administration, Business, or a related field
1–3 years of relevant experience in consulting, healthcare analytics, data management, or related roles (internship experience may be considered)
Foundational understanding of data management concepts, including: Data governance and stewardship, Data lakes and data warehouses, Analytics and reporting, Data quality and metadata
Familiarity with healthcare provider environments (clinical, operational, or financial data)
Familiarity with working with artificial intelligence (AI) concepts and use cases in analytics, including applying AI-enabled tools to support insights, automation, and decision-making
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based consulting environment
Willingness to travel as required by client engagements

Preferred

Experience supporting healthcare provider organizations (health systems, hospitals, physician groups)
Exposure to cloud data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, Microsoft Fabric) and modern analytics tools
Cloud solution architecture certifications (e.g., AWS Solution Architect, Fabric Data Engineer)
Familiarity with healthcare data standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR) or regulatory considerations (e.g., HIPAA)
Experience creating client-ready presentations and structured analyses

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage
Other wellness programs

Huron is a global professional services firm that collaborates with clients to put possible into practice by creating sound strategies, optimizing operations, accelerating digital transformation, and empowering businesses and their people to own their future.

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