Junior Specialist Panel Methods & Quality

10 Hours ago • All levels

Job Summary

Job Description

The Junior Specialist will work with tracking data to understand mobility behavior in Germany. They will create and improve statistical methods and tools, ensuring data consistency and alignment. Responsibilities include supporting research colleagues, troubleshooting data quality issues, and gaining insights into the mobility sector. The role involves applying statistical models and calibration techniques to deliver valid information to clients. The candidate should have a Master's degree in statistics, be fluent in German and English, and have knowledge of R or Python.

Must have:

Master's degree in Statistics or related field.
Fluent in German and English languages.
Knowledge of R or Python programming languages.

Good to have:

Familiarity with geostatistical analysis.
Experience with Shiny apps and panel data.

Perks:

Initial and ongoing trainings for development.
Exciting work environment.
Opportunities for personal and professional growth.

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Job Details

The overarching theme in the Panel Methods & Quality team and especially for this position is ensuring that state-of-the-art statistical models and calibration techniques are applied to our consumer and mobility data. Only then we can deliver valid and useful information to our clients.

Specifically, you will work with tracking data to gain a better understand of mobility behavior in Germany, including individual vs. public transport affinity.

You will:

Create and improve methods and tools, contributing to best practices in the area of applied statistical sciences/ marketing sciences.
Deliver consistent data in all countries (standardized methods and processes), align different data sources.
Transparent use of scientific methods & valid external sources for data calibration.
Supporting research focused colleagues with data expertise.
Troubleshooting & discussions with client service and clients about data quality issues.
Gain deeper insights into the mobility sector— mastering the combination of panel research and geostatistical analysis.

You have:

Master degree in statistics or related, reflecting strong modeling and other statistical skills.
Fluent in German and English.
Knowledge in R or Python.
Familiarity with geostatistical analysis, Shiny apps and panel data structure would be an advantage.

We offer a hybrid working model for our colleagues (normally x2 days p/w in office) and competitive core benefits including:

Initial and ongoing trainings to support your development.
Exciting work environment that brings people together.
Opportunities for personal and professional growth.

And much more...!

All documents will be treated in the strictest confidentiality.
Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.

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