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Associate Data Scientist

Cambridge, MA, us💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-14 → 2026-08-01

Core

Transform large administrative and program datasets into reproducible analyses, statistical models, and decision-support tools to evaluate program impacts and economic mobility outcomes.

Role type

Associate Data Scientist (Research & Policy Analysis)

Builds

Statistical models, dashboards, reports, and visualizations for internal leadership and external partners (policymakers, practitioners).

Domain

Social science research, economic mobility, public policy, big data analytics.

Deliverable

production ML models | dashboards & analysis

Required skills

Python, Stata, R, econometrics, causal inference, matching estimators, quasi-experimental designs, data analysis of large datasets, financial forecasting, policy impact analysis.

Preferred skills

Modern AI coding tools (e.g., Claude Code), collaborative research experience.

Technologies

Python, Stata, R, Claude Code

Responsibilities

Analyze complex administrative datasets for research projects; construct robust statistical models from confidential microdata; apply advanced econometric techniques for causal inference; build and validate models for financial forecasting and social impacts; integrate findings into dashboards and reports; document methodologies and analytical workflows.

Seniority

Associate (Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC)

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