Senior Data Scientist

Movement Labs • San Francisco, CA, US

Actively Hiring

Full-time $100k - $119k Posted 7 months ago

Responsibilities

check_circle Develop and lead in-depth analyses of voter file data, survey responses, program implementation data, and other relevant datasets to extract actionable insights and inform strategic decisions
check_circle Design creative analytical approaches to answer novel research questions, translating ambiguous problems into rigorous, data-driven solutions
check_circle Perform meta-analyses of dozens of randomized controlled trials conducted across multiple election cycles to inform future program design
check_circle Collaborate with the Experiments team to design and execute randomized controlled trials (RCTs) aimed at netting Democratic votes and stopping fascism
check_circle Evaluate the effectiveness of alternative targeting approaches using existing data, proposing data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement
check_circle Develop and implement methodologies to assess heterogeneous treatment effects, providing nuanced insights into the impact of interventions across different voter segments
check_circle Build and validate predictive models to enhance the targeting of voter contact programs, optimizing resource allocation and maximizing outreach effectiveness
check_circle Visualize and present results of analyses to technical and lay audiences

At least five years of experience with the responsibilities described
Exceptional project management skills, with a proven ability to manage complex analytical projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results
Experience aligning analyses with strategic objectives, using data-driven insights to inform and influence programmatic decisions and long-term planning
Experience with a variety of non-randomized methods for causal inference, such as matching and regression discontinuity designs
Adept at figuring out what data will be needed and organizing data for analysis
Proficiency in building predictive models, including data preprocessing, feature engineering, model selection, and evaluation
Experience designing, executing, and analyzing randomized controlled trials
Required programming experience: SQL and either R or Python

Expertise and experience in elections, voter contact programs, or voter file data.
Experience with advanced causal inference methods, including heterogeneous treatment effect modeling and machine learning-based approaches

check_circle Movement Labs maintains a transparent salary structure with clear levels of advancement. The salary range for this role is $100,000-$119,000 depending on experience, with a geographic COLA added based on employee location.
check_circle Excellent health, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) matching, and unlimited Paid Time Off.
check_circle This position is eligible for the collective bargaining unit.

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