Lead Data Scientist, YouGov

Data Integrity

$140-180k

Salary applicable for candidates based in NY, CA, CO & WA, may vary in other locations

Python

Senior and Expert level

Remote from US

Global research data and analytics group

Open for applications

Global research data and analytics group

1001+ employees

B2BAnalyticsSaaSData Analysis

Open for applications

$140-180k

Salary applicable for candidates based in NY, CA, CO & WA, may vary in other locations

Python

Senior and Expert level

Remote from US

1001+ employees

B2BAnalyticsSaaSData Analysis

Company mission

To offer unparalleled insight into what the world thinks.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

This is a hands-on role that requires both analytical, communication, and project management skills
Master’s or PhD in data science, statistics, quantitative social science, or equivalent business experience
Experience with (and ability to learn) a variety of statistical methods – regression, causal inference, multilevel regression models, classification models, machine learning, MRP, LLMs
Experience performing statistical analyses on large datasets
Proficiency in Python and/or R for data analysis, modeling, and visualization
Ability to write clean, maintainable, well-documented code
Skilled at communicating results and research methodology though reports

What the job involves

YouGov has an exciting opportunity open for a Lead Data Scientist to come and work for a Global Online Research Company, offering insight into what the world thinks
This role is critical to ensuring the integrity and credibility of our research data
You will work independently to develop new strategies to detect, prevent, and mitigate research fraud, and be responsible for communicating the results of new and existing fraud prevention programs to internal and external stakeholders through white papers, ad hoc reports, and in-person presentations
We develop models and predictions using a combination of surveys, voter databases, census microdata, behavioral tracking and other sources
We handle the most difficult data problems at our company, including massive datasets, missing data, self-selection, measurement error, fraud detection, attrition, and many more
Develop comprehensive statistical models to detect, prevent, and respond to research fraud
Lead investigations into suspected cases of research fraud, including data manipulation, respondent fraud, and other unethical practices
Exercise considerable creativity, foresight, and judgment while working independently on complex research projects – including methods selection, techniques, and evaluation criteria
Convey complex information and persuade several diverse stakeholders/audience across multiple cultures
Author white papers, ad hoc reports, and in-person presentations to communicate results
Coordinate with senior stakeholders to understand project requirements
Work collaboratively with the existing data science team

Our take

In a digital world, data analytics is one of the biggest drivers of corporate and governmental change. YouGov exists at the forefront of data analytics worldwide, measuring public opinion on a range of topics, individuals and events.

Perhaps best known for its political polling, YouGov provides analytics on a huge range of topics from the popularity of public figures (not just politicians), fashion brands and charities to satisfaction with healthcare or energy providers, and even just general nationwide mood.

It's a well-established market leader with over 2 decades of polling experience and websites for 39 different countries. It's vast data collection and analytics capabilities allow it to continually adapt and refine its methods, positioning the company for continued success in an ever-evolving market.

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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

7% employee growth in 12 months

Glassdoor (3.7)

Trustpilot (4.6)

Company

Company HQ

Old Street, London, UK

Leadership

Steve Hatch

(CEO)

Joined YouGov in 2023 as CEO. Prior to this, they were the VP of Meta Northern Europe at Meta, Director for UK and Ireland/VP of Northern Europe at Facebook, and CEO at MEC.

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