Research Data Scientist

Responsibilities

• Conduct data science research to push experimental methodologies to the bleeding edge of social science
• Develop robust tools to uncover insights in experimental data
• Prototype data science improvements to core platform features
• Communicate the results of data science investigations to internal and external stakeholders

Requirements

• Fluency in the Python data science stack
• Expertise in statistical, analytical, and data science methods
• Excellent communication and data visualization skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple important tasks and deadlines
• Keen eye for the 20% of effort that delivers 80% of results
• Flexible team player whose values align with the company

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience writing and reviewing production-quality Python code
• Experience working in a fast-moving startup environment
• Experience interacting with MongoDB databases
• Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in data science, statistics, physics, mathematics, bioinformatics, computer science, or a related quantitative field

Benefits

• 100% Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans with no employee contribution required
• Generous PTO
• Equity Options
• 401k plan and FSA
• Ongoing professional development investments

About the Company

Swayable is a fast-growing AI and automated data science platform that measures public opinion and the impact of messages and advertising content. Founded in 2018 by physics PhDs and backed by top investors including Y Combinator, the company serves major consumer brands, technology companies, academic researchers, and civic advocacy campaigns.