Remote Data Scientist

Description:

• Murmuration is a nonprofit organization focused on enhancing civic engagement through data, digital tools, and research-driven insights.
• The Data Scientist will engage in "full-stack" data science, managing projects from ideation to implementation.
• Responsibilities include executing data science projects, developing campaign data science models, exploring datasets for insights, transforming data into actionable insights, and collaborating with the engineering team to implement data science products.
• The role requires participation in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) programming.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Data Scientist or in a similar role, with a focus on producing models and analytics for business applications.
• A solid understanding of advanced data science techniques, machine learning algorithms, and optimization methods is essential.
• Experience with predictive analytics and building machine learning models is required.
• Familiarity with voter file data and campaign data science is necessary.
• Knowledge of data engineering and data pipelines is preferred.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and SQL, as well as version control using Git, is required.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a preference for rapid prototyping and iteration are important.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders is essential.

Benefits:

• The position offers a full-time, salaried role with a starting salary range of $95,000 - $125,000, based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and qualifying family members.
• Retirement benefits include a 5% employer match.
• Employees enjoy a flexible unlimited PTO plan and generous paid parental leave.
• Additional benefits include pre-tax commuter benefits, a company laptop, a flexible remote work environment, and a home office setup stipend for new employees.
• Monthly reimbursements for remote work expenses and a yearly professional development fund are provided.
• Mental health and wellness benefits are available through Calm and Better Help.
• The organization hosts yearly in-person staff retreats and fosters a welcoming culture that celebrates diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.