Junior Data Scientist

This role focuses on utilizing data science and analytics to enhance the student experience within an online education platform. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in data science and analytics, with a passion for applying these skills to boost educational results and engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gather, process, and analyze extensive datasets related to student activities, performance, and engagement on the online learning platform.
• Develop and deploy predictive models and algorithms to uncover trends, patterns, and opportunities to elevate the student experience.
• Design and maintain dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and support decision-making.
• Apply advanced statistical methods and machine learning techniques to extract insights into student behavior and outcomes.
• Utilize data insights to propose and implement modifications to the online learning platform aimed at improving the student experience.
• Partner with UX designers, instructional designers, and developers to integrate data analytics into platform design and development.
• Conduct A/B tests and other experiments to assess the effects of UX changes on student engagement and success.
• Continuously monitor and analyze user feedback and behavior to refine the user experience.
• Collaborate with various teams, including instructional design, IT, and administration, to align data analytics initiatives with organizational goals.

Qualifications Sought:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Proficiency in programming languages and data analysis tools, such as Python, R, SQL, and visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• Strong knowledge of statistical analysis, machine learning, and predictive modeling.
• Excellent skills in communication and collaboration.
• Prior experience in the education sector or with educational technology is highly valued.