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Uber · 1 month ago

Graduate 2026 PhD Scientist II (AEA/ASSA Economists Only), US

positionUS-CA-San Francisco
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$155K/yr - $172K/yr

Uber is looking for economists with a passion for tackling hard problems with real-world impact. The role involves solving key business problems through data analysis, designing pricing and incentives, and developing methodologies for marketplace experimentation.

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Responsibilities

Solve ambiguous, challenging business problems using data-driven approaches
Work closely with multi-functional leads to develop a technical vision and drive team direction
Develop new methodologies for data science including modeling, coding, analytics, optimization, and experimentation
Present findings to business leaders to inform decisions
Design product experiments and interpret the results to draw detailed and impactful conclusions

Qualification

Ph.D. in EconomicsR/Python/Matlab/Stata/EViewsCausal inferenceStatistical analysisExperimental designRelational databasesAnalytical abilitiesFoundational programmingProblem solvingCreative thinking

Required

Completing or recently completed a Ph.D. in Economics or related field
Proficiency with analytical tools like R/Python/Matlab/Stata/EViews
Strong problem solving and analytical abilities
Experience with causal inference, exploratory data analysis, statistical analysis and model development
Complete application submitted through ASSA JOE

Preferred

Ability to think creatively and insightfully about business-relevant economic problems
Familiarity with relational databases and SQL
Foundational programming skills in R/Python/C/C++/Java and the desire to learn
Experience in experimental design and analysis (e.g., A/B and market-level experiments), as well as in causal inference with observational data
Experience in algorithm development and prototyping

Benefits

Participate in Uber's bonus program
May be offered an equity award & other types of comp
Eligible for various benefits

Company

Uber

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Uber develops, markets, and operates a ride-sharing mobile application that allows consumers to submit a trip request.
dateFounded in 2009
location
San Francisco, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.uber.com

H1B Sponsorship

Uber has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (830)
2024 (796)
2023 (684)
2022 (954)
2021 (750)
2020 (638)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$35.56B
Key Investors
William AckmanPayPalToyota Motor
2025-09-08Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
2025-05-13Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2025-01-01Post Ipo Equity· $2.3B

Leadership Team

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Dara Khosrowshahi
CEO
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Prashanth Mahendra -Rajah
Chief Financial Officer
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