HR&A Advisors · 6 days ago
Senior Data Science and Analytics Specialist
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $119K/yr
5+ years expHR&A Advisors, Inc. is an employee-owned company advising clients on urban development and quality of life improvements. They are seeking a Senior Data Science and Analytics Specialist to support the growth of their digital services by conducting complex data analysis, developing visualizations, and implementing data tools across various projects.
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 developing clear and captivating data visualizations for a variety of audiences
Proficiency with cleaning, manipulating, and merging public, proprietary, and internal data sets for analysis
Experience with census data, PUMS data, and other economic data required
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
Benefits
Competitive compensation packages, based on qualifications and experience
Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Each year, the firm will contribute funds to this long-term wealth-building account
May make contributions to other retirement accounts
Comprehensive benefits package that goes well beyond coverage of 90-95% of healthcare premiums
Including 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
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Eric Rothman
Founding Partner & Executive Advisor
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