Junior Data Scientist
16 hours ago
Description
• Assist the Data Scientist in the application of statistical, machine learning, and natural language processing methods to specific questions using ACLED data • Update, monitor, and help improve ACLED’s existing machine learning models • Adapt large language models for ACLED use cases, including question-answering, translation, and classification • Build, deploy, and monitor web scrapers • Engage in data preparation for analysis or bespoke projects • Other ad hoc data science tasks
Requirements
• Advanced R and Python skills • 1+ years of experience manipulating large datasets • Strong analytical background, including statistics and machine learning • Strong critical thinking skills • Experience working to deadlines with limited supervision • An extremely high level of attention to detail • Flexible team player, especially across a remote, global team. • Willingness to work with a supervisor based in US time zones. • Fluency in English • Bachelor's degree is required, but a Master’s is preferred. • Relevant work and/or research experience may substitute for a Master’s degree. • Familiarity with ACLED’s data and methodology • Research focus or professional experience in conflict research or peacebuilding • Familiarity with version control via git and GitHub • Familiarity with cloud-based computing • Familiarity with additional programming languages beyond R and Python, such as Javascript or Julia • Familiarity with web scraping libraries and frameworks, such as Scrapy, BeautifulSoup, Playwright.js, or others • Experience with a remote work environment
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