Hi POLMETH team,

BlueLabs Analytics <https://bluelabs.com/> is hiring for two Data Science
positions! Details about them can be found below:

*Director, Data Science <https://bluelabs.com/careers/?gh_jid=4058968007>:*
*About the role:*
The Director of Data Science will be responsible for leading in all aspects
of BlueLabs’ modeling work and experimental and causal inference work,
including statistical methodology, validation, and innovation. This person
will manage the process, analysis, evaluation and execution of modeling and
experimental design and guide our Data Science team’s efforts, translating
them for other clients and projects. This leadership position will directly
manage a team of data scientists and have experience coaching, guiding,
developing, and mentoring a team.
*In this position, you will:*

   - Lead on modeling methodology, including the introduction of new and
   innovative solutions to existing problems, as well as the methodology of
   causal inference and experimental design
   - Build and maintain team-wide statistical best practices for the
   execution of our research projects
   - Review and evaluate the team’s statistical modeling projects for
   goodness of fit, appropriateness for the given business case and ultimate
   deployment
   - Manage a team of 10+ data scientists and analysts
   - Create and deploy team-wide standards for the development, assessment
   and QC of our core processes and functions
   - Partner with our Client Solutions team to plan and execute models and
   research designs including developing proposals on the feasibility of
   modeling and/or experiments
   - Develop and implement training and professional development programs
   for the Data Science team to continuously improve and grow team members’
   skill sets, implementation and refinement of  statistical methodology, and
   the vetting and incorporation of new techniques
   - Coordinate with team members within and across-divisions on the
   surveys that will inform the modeling and research efforts
   - Ensure that research adheres to statistical rigor
   - Advise on other research priorities for clients such as message
   testing and qualitative research
   - Lead BlueLabs internal research on modeling best practices,
   validations and techniques
   - Work alongside our Client Solutions and Insights teams to allocate
   staff time and resources to accomplish client deliverables
   - Act as the internal authority on new research in the community

 *What we are seeking:*

   - Bachelor’s degree in a related field with statistical background
   - 5+ years’ experience in varying aspects of statistical modeling and
   causal research including the deployment of models in a real world setting
   - 2+ years experience leading, coaching, developing, and working with
   technical teams
   - Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to a
   non-technical audience, both in writing and verbally
   - Demonstrated experience defending statistical methods and detailing
   their implications as well as manipulating different data sets to identify
   clear insights
   - Ability to assess and select the proper statistical methods for a
   number of different business cases and justify why it is the appropriate
   choice
   - A strong sense of process, organization, and collaboration
   - Experience with programming languages such as Python and SQL and
   statistical software such as R, SPSS, etc.
   - Proven success conducting data analysis on tight deadlines where the
   problem is unstructured, or the guidance is open ended
   - Expertise in various spreadsheet and presentation softwares including,
   but not limited to, Excel, Google Sheets, PowerPoint, and Keynote
   - Passion for harnessing data-driven solutions to improve social
   outcomes and dedication to finding the best solutions for our clients and
   stakeholders
   - A keen sense of clear design and attention to detail, with the ability
   to recognize patterns and to check assumptions, whether they are your own
   or someone else’s
   - Ability to distill requests with a lot of detail down to the most
   important points and find the most relevant information in a sea of facts

*What recruitment looks like:*

During the interview process, you will be asked questions to describe your
background and experience relevant to the position. This may include
providing examples of projects you worked on, tools or applications you've
used, and knowledge you have applied.  We often look for explanations of
"how or why" so it's helpful to have details ready.

*What We Offer:*

BlueLabs offers a friendly work environment and competitive benefits
package including:

   - $130,000-$160,000 annually
   - Premier health insurance plan
   - 401K matching
   - Unlimited vacation leave
   - Paid sick, personal, and volunteer leave
   - 13 paid holidays
   - 15 weeks paid parental leave
   - Professional development stipend & tuition reimbursement
   - Macbook Pro laptop & tech accessories
   - Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) stipend for mobile device
   - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
   - Supportive & collaborative culture
   - Flexible working hours
   - Remote friendly (within the U.S.)
   - Pre-tax transportation options for commuting to our office in
   Washington, DC
   - Lunches and snacks
   - And more!

*Polling Data Scientist* <https://bluelabs.com/careers/?gh_jid=4024249007>:

*About the Role:*

A Polling Data Scientist is expected to use a combination of statistics,
programming, and domain knowledge to solve problems, focused on creating
the methodological backbone for our general purpose products, but also lean
in on client projects. They have strong technical skills and are also
creative thinkers who are always looking to innovate and deliver value to
our clients. They aren’t afraid of messy data, and are comfortable working
in a fast paced, production-oriented environment. Our team members receive
strong mentorship and are given a chance to complete projects
independently.  The Polling Data Scientist is both a subject matter expert
and a team leader. This position reports to the Director of Polling.

*What You’ll Do:*

   - Work with the Director of Polling on the design, implementation, and
   delivery of survey products and services
   - Develop and maintain internal software tools and systems to support
   the collection, processing, and analysis of survey data
   - Own the predictive modeling process from ingestion to deployment for
   key internal models
   - Ensure the data and modeling results meet requirements for quality and
   work with the team to clean, transform, aggregate, and report on data as
   needed
   - Collaborate with engineers, data scientists, program managers and
   external stakeholders to troubleshoot problems and proactively create
   solutions
   - Collaborate with data engineers and analysts to optimize data
   infrastructure and pipelines, ensuring efficient and reliable data flow
   - Assist in the design and execution of experiments and surveys,
   including sample selection, data collection, and weighting
   - Ensure team excellence by documenting processes and evangelizing new
   approaches
   - Work both independently and as part of a team to deliver accurate
   products on short deadlines

*Who You Are:*

   - You have a proven track record using data-driven solutions to improve
   social outcomes - and bring a multidisciplinary approach to doing so.
   - You have experience that mastered a variety of skills: whether
   thinking strategically about how to develop an enduring process, digging
   deep into a complex data analysis, or putting yourself in the shoes of an
   end-user to answer a question they didn’t know they had - you’re
   comfortable thinking from a number of different perspectives
   - You are able to anticipate questions from your stakeholders while
   remaining objective in how you approach their unique challenges. You are
   experienced deriving value from imperfect data, but also know when to push
   the emergency stop button.

*What We Are Seeking:*

   - Experience working in a quantitative production environment or a
   postgraduate degree in a quantitative field
   - Experience with and ability to apply knowledge of foundations of
   statistics and modeling (distributions, parameter estimation, confidence
   intervals and tests, etc.)
   - Experience working with survey data, and a solid understanding of
   sampling techniques and survey design
   - Advanced understanding of Python. Experience with other statistical
   programming languages is also useful
   - Experience building predictive models using regression and machine
   learning techniques
   - Ability to manipulate data with SQL
   - Proven experience creating analytics output within a
   production-oriented team
   - Ability to effectively communicate and present technical concepts to a
   non-technical audience, both in writing and verbally
   - Experience creating and delivering informative and engaging data
   visualizations using industry leading tools
   - Leadership competencies in the following: empathy, active listening,
   coaching/feedback, integrity, decisiveness, and problem solving
   - In order to be qualified for this position you must currently have or
   be able to obtain and maintain a Federal Public Trust security clearance,
   which requires either US Citizenship or three (3) of five (5) years of US
   residency

*What We Offer:*

BlueLabs offers a friendly work environment and competitive benefits
package including:

   - Premier health insurance plan
   - 401K matching
   - Unlimited vacation leave
   - Paid sick, personal, and volunteer leave
   - 13 paid holidays
   - 15 weeks paid parental leave
   - Professional development stipend & tuition reimbursement
   - Macbook Pro laptop & tech accessories
   - Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) stipend for mobile device
   - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
   - Supportive & collaborative culture
   - Flexible working hours
   - Remote friendly (within the U.S.)
   - Pre-tax transportation options for commuting to our office in
   Washington, DC
   - Lunches and snacks
   - And more!

The salary for this position is $80,000 annually.

The salary range for candidates who meet the minimum posted qualifications
reflects the Company’s good faith understanding and belief as to the wage
range, and is accurate as of the date of this job posting.




Please let me know if you have any questions about the positions!

-- 

Victoria Dimoff

People Operations Associate

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