Job description
QuantBridge Analytics, a premier data science consultancy, is seeking a Lead Applied Statistics Analyst to join our Cambridge, MA team. This role blends rigorous statistical theory with practical, business-focused analytics to help clients make evidence-based decisions.
In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior analysts, and translate complex analyses into clear, actionable insights. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a track record of delivering measurable impact through statistical thinking.
Why QuantBridge Analytics?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Opportunities to lead high-impact projects
- Strong focus on professional development and mentorship
Responsibility
- Design and oversee statistically rigorous analyses to answer business questions, including experimental design, sample size calculations, and hypothesis testing.
- Lead model development and validation using techniques such as regression, time-series, generalized linear models, and Bayesian methods.
- Collaborate with product, engineering, and commercial teams to translate insights into actionable recommendations.
- Develop reproducible analysis pipelines in R and Python; document methods for auditability.
- Mentor and coach junior statisticians and data scientists; promote growth and best practices.
- Communicate results through clear data visualization and storytelling for non-technical audiences.
- Stay current with statistical methodologies and industry best practices to drive impact across clients.
Qualification
- Master's or PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Econometrics, or a related field.
- 5+ years of applied statistics experience in industry or consulting.
- Strong proficiency in R; Python and SAS are a plus.
- Extensive experience with experimental design, regression, time-series, and Bayesian methods.
- Proficient in SQL and data visualization tools (ggplot2, seaborn, Tableau, or Power BI).
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to convey complex results clearly.
- Proven track record of delivering actionable insights that drive business outcomes.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.