Data Scientist
Quick answer
The Department of Peace Operations is hiring a Senior Data Scientist in NEW YORK to support peacekeeping operations by analyzing data and developing technology solutions.
- Role
- Data Scientist
- Organization
- Department of Peace Operations
- Location
- NEW YORK
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The Data Scientist will support peacekeeping operations to monitor, analyze, and respond to mis/dis/malinformation and hate speech by analyzing large, complex datasets, preparing reports, ensuring data integrity, and developing technology solutions.
What you'll do
- Analyze large, complex datasets to extract insights
- Prepare reports that effectively communicate trends and patterns
- Ensure data integrity and compliance with privacy regulations
- Develop technology solutions for monitoring and analyzing the digital information environment
- Use predictive modeling to optimize entity experiences and business outcomes
- Develop A/B testing frameworks and monitor model performance
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in data science, computer science, information management, statistics, public administration, public information, management or a related field
- Minimum of five years of experience in data science, data analytics, applied mathematics, information management or related area
- Experience developing technology solutions related to analysis of the digital and analogue information environment
- Experience in developing and providing training on analysis of the digital information environment
- Experience conducting data analysis of digital media datasets
- Experience of data science tools such as Jupyter, Matlab, Knime, SPSS, SAS, or similar Statistical Programming Languages such as R, Python, Javascript or related
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in NEW YORK.
Is the job remote?
The job location is not specified, but it is in NEW YORK.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in data science or a related field, and at least five years of experience in data science or a related area.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the online recruitment platform at https://inspira.un.org/psp/PUNA1J/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Action=A&UNAction=Apply&JobOpeningId=282274&languageCd=ENG
How to apply
Apply directly on Department of Peace Operations's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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