Senior Data Scientist
$140,000–$160,000 year
On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Design and implement advanced econometric models to quantify the effects of PR campaigns on financial metrics, integrating diverse datasets including social media metrics, news articles, and financial indicators. Collaborate with internal analytics teams to validate predictive models using historical data, while translating complex analytical insights into actionable recommendations for technical and non-technical stakeholders. Develop comprehensive technical documentation and lead training sessions to facilitate knowledge transfer within internal teams. Stay abreast of advancements in econometric modeling and marketing mix modeling techniques to enhance scalability and predictive accuracy.
Required Qualifications
- Master's or Ph.D. in Economics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related quantitative field (or equivalent professional experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in econometrics, marketing mix modeling, or quantitative modeling
- Proficiency in Python (preferred) or R for data manipulation, statistical analysis, and model development
- Experience with Bayesian modeling and relevant packages (e.g., PyMC, STAN, Pyro)
- Strong background in marketing analytics and marketing mix modeling (MMM)
- Expertise in statistical modeling, regression techniques, time-series analysis, and causal inference
- Exceptional communication skills—able to translate complex data insights into business impact
- Proven ability to work in cross-functional environments and manage multiple projects effectively
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to delivering high-quality work
- Experience in (or willingness to learn about) public relations, corporate communications, and financial metrics in a business context
Desired Qualifications
- familiarity with tools such as Lightweight MMM, Meridian, or Robyn
- Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., matplotlib, seaborn)
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