ACLED · 17 hours ago
Junior Data Scientist - REMOTE
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry Level
1+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Assisting 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
Qualification
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Required
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.
Preferred
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
Company
ACLED
Armed Conflict Location & Event Data (ACLED) is a disaggregated data collection, analysis, and crisis mapping project.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2024-12-17
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