Senior Analytics Analyst

10 Hours ago • All levels • $90,000 PA - $110,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

YouGov is seeking a Senior Survey Science Analyst to join their Scientific Research Group (SRG). The role involves solving complex research challenges across technology, politics, health, and more. The ideal candidate will blend R programming with survey methodology and drive impactful, high-quality research. You will be navigating large datasets, optimizing survey methodologies, and communicating results to both technical and non-technical audiences. The company is a global online research company that offers insight into what the world thinks. They speak daily to a panel of over 27 million registered members to understand opinion and behaviors around the world. YouGov is trusted by the world’s biggest brands to get it right.
Must have:
  • Experience with statistical modeling of survey or other social science data
  • Solid grasp of survey research methods (public opinion, market research)
  • Strong programming fundamentals (writing functions, debugging, etc.)
  • Proficiency in R, both within and beyond the tidyverse
  • Self-motivated, solutions-oriented mindset
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity inherent in research
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for mixed audiences
Good to have:
  • Experience with R package development
  • Familiarity with Linux, Git, SQL, or Python
  • Background or interest in political science or political consulting
  • Exposure to population datasets like the ACS or CPS
Perks:
  • Paid vacation, holidays and sick days
  • Flexible working arrangement available
  • Group medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • 401(k) with company match

Job Details

YouGov is seeking a Senior Survey Science Analyst to join our fast-growing Scientific Research Group (SRG) — a team dedicated to solving complex research challenges across technology, politics, health, and more. If you thrive in intellectually diverse environments, enjoy blending R programming with survey methodology, and want to drive impactful, high-quality research for some of today’s most interesting questions, this role is for you.

What you Need to get an Interview

We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical foundations in R and data processing with a deep curiosity for public opinion and social science research. You should feel comfortable navigating large datasets, optimizing survey methodologies, and communicating results to both technical and non-technical audiences. If you're energized by the idea of working in a collaborative, low-ego environment where innovation and rigor go hand-in-hand, we want to hear from you.

Must-haves

  • Experience with statistical modeling of survey or other social science data
  • Solid grasp of survey research methods (public opinion, market research)
  • Strong programming fundamentals (writing functions, debugging, etc.)
  • Proficiency in R, both within and beyond the tidyverse
  • Self-motivated, solutions-oriented mindset
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity inherent in research
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for mixed audiences

Nice to have

  • Experience with R package development
  • Familiarity with Linux, Git, SQL, or Python
  • Background or interest in political science or political consulting
  • Exposure to population datasets like the ACS or CPS

For roles based in California, New York, Colorado or Washington State, the base salary hiring range for this position is $90,000 - 110,000
Compensation offered will be determined by multiple factors including location, job-related knowledge, skills and experience.
Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation and additional benefits.
All US based full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
  • Paid vacation, holidays and sick days
  • Flexible working arrangement available
  • Group medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • 401(k) with company match

Company Description and Culture 

 

YouGov is a global online research company, offering insight into what the world thinks.    

 

We speak daily to our panel of over 27 million registered members to understand opinion and behaviors around the world. We have a strong reputation as a source of accurate data and we’re trusted by the world’s biggest brands to get it right, making us the most quoted market research source in the world.  

 

Why join YouGov? 

 

Join our global team to help us achieve our social mission: to make millions of people’s opinions heard for the benefit of our local, national, and international communities. 

Understanding diversity of opinion requires diversity of background. Although our global panel of millions of people worldwide powers our research, our biggest asset is our people. If our research is to be truly representative of what the world thinks, we need people from all walks of life to be part of the team to bring their perspective to the work we do.  

 

Life at YouGov 

 

We are driven by a set of shared values. We are fast, fearless, and innovative. We work diligently to get it right. We are guided by accuracy, ethics, and proven methodologies. We respect and trust each other, bringing these values into everything that we do. 

We strive to provide YouGovers with best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. We want our employees to have a sense of belonging and uniqueness in a supportive workplace, so they can bring their full selves to work.  

 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, HIV status, political affiliation, socioeconomic background, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or in line with our responsibilities as a fair and ethic employer. All employment decisions are made based on occupational qualifications, merit, and business need. 

 

Data Privacy

 

To find out how we collect and use your personal data when you apply for a role at YouGov, please read our privacy notice at https://jobs.yougov.com/privacy

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