People Data Scientist, Workhuman
Office located in Framingham, MA
Cloud-based, human capital management software solutions
Be an early applicant
Cloud-based, human capital management software solutions
501-1000 employees
Be an early applicant
Office located in Framingham, MA
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To make work more human for every person and business on the planet through employee recognition.
Role
Who you are
- If you're passionate about people-centric data, eager to make a tangible impact through consulting-driven insights, and excited to grow your skills in machine learning and analytics, this is your opportunity to contribute meaningfully while advancing your career
- You're a curious problem-solver with a strong analytical foundation, consulting mindset, and a knack for turning complex behavioral and organizational data into clear, actionable insights
- Technical skills: Proficiency in SQL, Python, and/or R for data manipulation, statistical analysis, and model development. Experience with visualization tools like Quicksight, Tableau, Looker, or Power BI
- Machine learning and AI: Hands-on experience with machine learning techniques (supervised/unsupervised learning, predictive modeling, classification) and exposure to large language models (LLMs) for text analysis and natural language processing applications
- Advanced analytics: Proficiency in statistical modeling, experimental design, A/B testing, and causal inference methods applied to organizational and behavioral data
- Communication excellence: Ability to translate complex data into compelling stories for technical and non-technical audiences
- Research and innovation mindset: Curiosity to experiment with cutting-edge methods, including deep learning, transformer models, advanced NLP techniques, and emerging AI technologies applied to organizational data
- Collaboration skills: Strong interpersonal abilities to thrive in cross-functional teams spanning data science, HR, Product & Engineering, and Sales & Marketing
- Quality focus: An eye for detail and commitment to producing high-quality, accurate work that meets consulting standards
- Consulting experience: Background in internal or external consulting roles preferred. Must have demonstrated ability to translate analytical findings into strategic recommendations to non-technical audience
- Educational foundation: Advanced degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Organizational Behavior, Human Resources, Social Sciences (Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology), Statistics, Data Science, or related field is preferred
- I/O psychology knowledge: Understanding of organizational psychology principles, employee motivation theories, workplace behavior patterns, and HR metrics is preferred
- Applied analytical experience: Successfully applying statistical, machine learning, or I/O psychology methods to uncover actionable insights from complex organizational datasets, with demonstrated experience in predictive modeling and advanced analytics
- Technical innovation: Building and deploying machine learning models, experimenting with LLMs for organizational text analysis, or developing novel analytical approaches using Python/R in production environments
- Data visualization experience: Developing clear and compelling data visualizations and dashboards that simplify complex findings for diverse stakeholders
- Cross-functional collaboration: Contributing to interdisciplinary projects where advanced analytics, combined with social science principles, drove measurable organizational outcomes
- Continuous learning: Demonstrating growth in technical expertise through experimentation with new tools, methodologies (including AI/ML techniques), and I/O psychology research
What the job involves
- As a People Data Scientist on the Workhuman iQ team, you'll join a vibrant, mission-driven analytics team where your work directly shapes how organizations recognize and support their people
- You'll be immersed in an interdisciplinary environment—teaming up with industrial-organizational (I/O) psychologists, data scientists, and NLP experts—to transform recognition, language, and trend data into powerful, actionable insights
- Built-in experimentation and innovation mean you'll continuously explore new analytical approaches and storytelling methods while contributing to thought leadership in the people analytics space
- At Workhuman, you won't just crunch numbers, you'll help reinvent how companies understand and elevate the human experience at work
- Impact at scale: Your work will touch millions of employees worldwide, influencing how organizations design cultures of recognition and belonging
- Cutting-edge tools and data: Work with rich, real-world datasets that combine recognition activity, employee language, workplace trends, and organizational behavior metrics
- Learning culture: Access continuous learning opportunities to sharpen your skills in statistics, machine learning, natural language processing, and I/O psychology principles
- Collaboration that inspires: Partner with some of the brightest minds in data science, industrial-organizational psychology, HR technology, and product innovation
- Thought leadership platform: Contribute to industry publications, speak at conferences, and shape the future of people analytics through research and insights
- Growth and flexibility: Be part of a team that encourages curiosity, experimentation, and professional development as you build your career in the intersection of data science and organizational psychology
Our take
Companies are increasingly recognising the value of data to drive business decisions. Workhuman has highlighted the impact of employee recognition on workforce performance and has developed an SaaS platform to address this.
Workhuman has launched new reporting features in its Admin Hub to enhance recognition program management. These updates provide program managers with improved control and access to insights from their organisation’s Social Recognition program. The new "Manage Reports" feature allows HR leaders to create and customise reports in real-time, making data more actionable and comprehensible. The "Report Access" function enables managers to authorise users to access centralised reports, eliminating the need for complex spreadsheets.
For 25 years, Workhuman has pioneered employee recognition, fostering appreciation, enhancing performance, and promoting inclusivity. The company’s platform captures authentic human moments and turns them into actionable insights, helping businesses make informed decisions and shape its culture. Workhuman continues to innovate, aiming to improve the reporting experience for its customers.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
-6% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)
Oct 2004
$9.3m
SERIES B
Jan 2003
$5.4m
SERIES A
Total funding: $15m
Company benefits
- Recognition Rewards - Redeem recognition awards for family vacations, furniture, home improvements, and more
- Fully Paid Parental & Family Leave - Receive 12 weeks of maternity and 4 weeks of paternity/adoptive/foster leave
- HRA and FSA Plans - Get reimbursed for deductible payments and save money by enrolling in a flexible spending account
- Tuition Reimbursement & Training and Development - Keep learning, no matter what stage of your career you’re in
- Wellness Initiatives & Reimbursements - Stay healthy with wellness reimbursements and programs that keep your well-being top of mind
- Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision coverage - We offer several options to meet your healthcare and well-being needs
Company HQ
Framingham, MA
Leadership
Eric Mosley
(CEO)Co-founder and CEO, leading the company since 1999.
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