HR&A Advisors · 1 day ago
Senior Data Science and Analytics Specialist
HR&A Advisors, Inc. is an employee-owned company that advises various clients on enhancing opportunities and improving quality of life in cities. They are seeking a Senior Data Science and Analytics Specialist to support the growth of their digital services, primarily focusing on designing and implementing data tools and providing analytics expertise across multiple business lines.
ConsultingEnergyReal EstateRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Conduct complex data and geospatial analysis, develop compelling visualizations, and measure key economic and social indicators
Procure and analyze large datasets, build interactive dashboards, develop data systems and tools, and lead self-directed projects that advance our mission and clients' goals
Qualification
Required
Five to eight years of relevant professional experience
Proficiency with geospatial analysis and packages in Python required
Experience with census data, PUMS data, and other economic data required
Proficiency with cleaning, manipulating, and merging public, proprietary, and internal data sets for analysis
Proficiency in common AI tools (i.e., LLMs like ChatGPT) and understanding of best practices for responsible use, citation and incorporation into research and other tasks
Understanding of limitations of AI tools and demonstrated ability to independently verify data and AI outputs
Demonstrated interest in using emerging AI tools to accelerate data analysis, deliverable production and other specialized methodologies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated capacity for leadership, critical thinking, and creativity
Experience working on and managing fast-paced, collaborative teams and projects, including scoping, structuring, creating, and reviewing deliverables
Ability to work across assignments, including managing multiple project workstreams and deadlines
Bachelor's degree (master's preferred) with a focus on data science/analytics, geographic information science/analytics, urban planning/design/data, regional science/analytics, architecture, economics, business, public policy, real estate, or other related fields
Preferred
Experience conducting geospatial, vicinity/buffer, site suitability, socio-economic, and demographic analysis preferred
Experience in product design, rapid tool prototyping (using generative AI tools), and wireframing preferred
Proficiency with Python preferred; with experience in using publicly available APIs to build web-based dashboards and tools
Experience developing clear and captivating data visualizations for a variety of audiences
Benefits
Opportunity for a discretionary year-end bonus
Competitive compensation packages
Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Funds to this long-term wealth-building account
Contributions to other retirement accounts
Comprehensive benefits package
Coverage of 90-95% of healthcare premiums
Dental and vision coverage
Company
HR&A Advisors
HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an industry-leading real estate, economic development and energy efficiency consulting firm. They have
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