Vacancy: Senior Researcher (Data Analyst)
Background: Kimetrica is the leader in developing innovative
software applications for humanitarian and development organizations working in
some of the world’s most vulnerable locations. We are in the midst of an
exciting time due to our rapid growth.
If you are in the Denver-Boulder area
of Colorado, USA, you could work from our offices there. If you are in East
Africa, you could work from our Nairobi office. If you are somewhere else in
the world and are comfortable working virtually that may work too.
Kimetrica’s Senior Researcher (Data
Analyst) will provide effective data management, analysis and science services
to Kimetrica’s clients, which include leading international NGOs, international
organisations and governments.
Using the latest technologies and
with the support of a strong ICT department, you will lead the design and
management of systems for collecting, accessing, processing and analysing
datasets including survey, remote sensing, ground sensor, and vehicle mounted
sensors.
In addition you will be responsible
for the overall management of Kimetrica’s own datasets.
The position falls under the Research
Service and reports directly to the Head of Research. You will work closely
with a team of specialised economists and other data analysts.
Scope of Work
Scope of Work
- Lead the design and implementation of metadata
standards and archiving
- Design systems for data capture primarily
using ODK
- Develop algorithms for data mining, business
intelligence and analytics using R and Python
- Influence the development of software tools
for micro-simulation, other analytics, data warehousing and data capture
- Support survey design with sample size,
precision and power analyses
- Lead and build a team of in house analysts and
liaise with specialized consultants
Qualifications
- Postgraduate degree in data science, computer
science, statistics or another highly quantitative discipline such as
epidemiology
- Advanced analytical skills including strong
maths, statistics and programming
- Ability to conceptualise and build complex
data systems
- Strong English language verbal and written
communications skills
- Willingness and ability to coach and mentor in
data science preferred
- Up to date applied knowledge of data science
and big data methods
- Strong commitment to data quality
- In-depth knowledge and working experience of R
and preferably Python
- Knowledge of GIS, remote sensing and spatial
statistics preferred
- Experience working with PostgreSQL and PostGIS
preferred
- Commitment to social, health or environmental
issues
Perks
- Providing solutions to major global problems such
as mitigating the economic impacts of climate change or delivering cost
effective services to remote refugee populations
- Opportunities for research publication
- Interesting and highly involved projects that
sharpen and grow your skills
- Flexibility to work from home
- Competitive salary package
- Generous vacation, holiday and sick leave
- Travel opportunities
- Professional colleagues that are dynamic,
innovative and highly committed to making a positive impact
About Kimetrica: Formed by a group of former humanitarian and
development workers in 2006, Kimetrica is a rapidly growing social enterprise
focused on providing policy-makers and project managers with the tools and
skills they need to do their jobs well.
Our work centers on providing
research and knowledge management solutions for governments, bilateral donors,
and not-for-profit organizations in the areas of performance management and
disaster risk reduction. With offices in Ethiopia, Kenya, Moldova, South Sudan,
and the US, Kimetrica employs 60 + full-time professional staff.
Application: This is a full time position, which may be based in the Denver/Boulder/Broomfield area or in the USA. Candidates should have the legal right to work in the USA.
Please apply by December, 2015 onhttp://www.kimetrica.com/careers. Include a cover letter, CV and recent salary history. Title all submitted documents with your first and last name. Note that Kimetrica will only contact eligible candidates for interviews.
