Data Scientist

Harvard University

Harvard University's Digital Data Design Institute (D^3) provides an innovative platform for promoting digital transformation and advancing social science research. The Data Scientist role is integral to this mission, focusing on utilizing data analysis to drive insights into business and management practices. Working alongside a vibrant community of data practitioners, the Data Scientist will contribute to research, mentoring, and strategic initiatives.

In this role you can expect to have the responsibilities:

• Extract, clean, and analyze data from various sources.
• Collaborate with partners to design and execute data science and AI experiments.
• Develop models and analyses to derive business insights.
• Maintain thorough documentation of data processes and results.
• Present data science findings to faculty and stakeholders.
• Mentor other scientists and research personnel.
• Solve complex problems in collaboration with team members.
• Document and share research findings.

This role comes with the following benefits:

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks vacation, sick days, holidays, and parental leave.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plan with university contributions.
• Tuition Assistance and reimbursement programs.
• Access to Harvard facilities and discounts.

This role requires you to have:

• Master’s or PhD in Computational Sciences, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field.
• At least 3 years of data science experience.
• Proficiency in R, Python, and SQL.
• Familiarity with ML, NLP, and deep learning techniques.

You would benefit from having:

• Experience with AWS or other cloud platforms.
• UX/UI tool experience such as Figma.
• Data visualization skills using tools like Tableau.

This hybrid role involves both remote and onsite work at the Boston campus. Harvard values diversity, promoting equity and inclusive excellence across its community.