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You will be involved in establishing, building and ultimately growing the careers vertical; you will be a key member of a fast-growing organization that is goal-oriented and building something from the ground up.
The primary responsibilities of the Data Analyst, Careers will be sourcing, storing, processing and analyzing large data sets. Our first task together will be to launch a brand new rankings product for U.S. News.
Assist the VP in sourcing various data sets via internal and third party sources including partnerships, public data sets, and surveys.
Efficiently source, store, process and analyze these data sets.
Develop and own data models for our rankings and other products
Develop and own quality assurance procedures for data collected internally and from third party sources; ensuring accurate, complete and clean data sets
Develop and document processes for your work.
Coordinate closely with relevant internal teams at US News including Engineering, Business Intelligence, and Product Management
Be a thought partner and collaborator with the VP as Careers rolls out new products; including on ranking methodologies, performing regression analyses, and producing data visualizations.
At least two (2) years’ professional data science experience in a product environment
Been involved in initiatives involving cross functional teams
Derive meaning from large, nuanced quantitative and qualitative data sets
High level proficiency working in MS Office Suite, specifically in Excel
Knowledge of database structures and experience writing SQL select statements to query databases
Knowledge of relevant software like Looker and Tableau
Strong oral and written communication skills
Excelled in college-level quantitative coursework (economics, math, statistics or computer science)
Attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and strong time management skills
Experience in JIRA or other product development tracking tools.
An understanding of SEO
Talent is our best asset!
We invest in people with passion and potential who understand U.S. News’ dedication to our consumers.
Entrepreneurial, mission-driven culture with core values of quality and integrity
Focus on fostering personal and professional growth
Competitive benefits including paid vacation time, medical, tuition reimbursement, and training
Collaborative Work Environment ~ Fun, diverse, inclusive and ambitious co-workers
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job.
This position will require the successful candidate to show proof of vaccination against COVID-19. As an equal opportunity employer, the Company will provide reasonable accommodation to those individuals who are unable to be vaccinated consistent with federal, state, and local law.
In New York City, the anticipated base salary for this position is $58,000 to $85,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, interview performance, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
Please note that we will not offer visa sponsorship for this position.
U.S. News & World Report is a publisher of news and information that empowers people to make better, more informed decisions about important issues affecting their lives.
