Applied Data Scientist (Contract)

Please note that candidates must currently live in the following states: DC, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Vermont. Virginia

The Applied Data Science (ADS) team is the consultancy arm of Civis Analytics, working closely with clients to help solve their toughest challenges with data science. 

Responsibilities

An Applied Data Scientist is responsible for the end-to-end execution of new client engagements utilizing data science, which includes:

Unifying large 1st- and 3rd-party datasets and building predictive models

Deriving clear, actionable, and timely insights from analyses

Creating client-ready materials and solutions for stakeholders of varying technical experience or familiarity with methods

Working with cross-functional teams of data scientists and software engineers where necessary to create and implement solutions

Other job responsibilities of an Applied Data Scientist include:

Creatively identifying opportunities in the solution delivery process for scalable applications, and collaborating with other teams to further construct these tools

Maintaining a continuous and independent education of cutting-edge statistical techniques and programming languages

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in an analytical subject (statistics, math, economics, physics, engineering, business, political or social science, computer science, etc.)

Proven affinity for and experience working with large or messy data sets using SQL

Experience with statistical programming languages (R, Python, etc.) and proven ability to work pragmatically with statistical concepts

Experience with presentation or data visualization software, such as Powerpoint, Tableau, Shiny, Streamlit, etc.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

US work authorization

Preferred Qualifications

Practical understanding of and experience with predictive analytics, machine learning, and/or causal inference

Experience with marketing modeling and analytics (e.g., LTV, Lift)

Familiarity with software development tools and practices (Git, code review, etc.)

Familiarity with dbt

Familiarity with AI tools and LLMs (Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.)

Why join our team?

8 month contract term

Salary: $80,000 annually

The opportunity to be part of a growing tech startup focused on solving interesting and meaningful problems, invested in internal promotion, and committed to fostering a diverse, equal and inclusive workplace. 

Competitive benefits, including unlimited PTO, 401K match with immediate vesting, health, dental, and vision benefits, fully paid parental leave, commuter benefits, and wellness initiatives.

Civis embraces the individuality of our employees and we celebrate each other's differences. Our products, services, and culture benefit from and thrive on the unique perspectives brought by each person in our Civis community. We're proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, age, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact internalrecruiting@civisanalytics.com

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

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