Join Our Team as a Senior Data Scientist at Uncommon Schools

Company Description: Uncommon Schools is a celebrated network of public charter schools committed to providing an exceptional K-12 education in historically underserved communities. Our network includes 53 schools serving over 20,000 students in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester. With a faculty and staff that includes over 60% identifying as people of color, our schools mirror the diversity of the communities we serve. At Uncommon, our students graduate from college at five times the national average for their peers, a testament to our robust academic and social-emotional learning programs.

Job Description:

We are looking for a visionary Senior Data Scientist to join our Data & IT, Analytics, and Research team. This role is pivotal in leveraging advanced analytics, including Machine Learning (ML), Large Language Models (LLMs), and Generative AI, to drive strategic decisions and foster a culture of data-driven innovation within our organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead data science projects that produce strategic, impactful insights.
• Build and fine-tune predictive models and generate data visualizations to support decision making.
• Explore and implement applications of LLMs and Generative AI in research and analysis to enhance organizational outputs.
• Act as a mentor and provide training on ML and data analytics tools, enhancing internal capabilities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field; a Master's or PhD is preferred.
• 5-7 years of professional experience with a strong background in data science and analytics.
• Proven expertise in designing data flows and training others in coding and data science methodologies.

Work Schedule and Location:

The position requires working in-person three days a week at our central office in the Financial District. Occasional travel to other regions (Boston, Troy & Rochester) may be necessary approximately once a month.

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation for this role ranges from $104,800 to $123,300, based on experience and qualifications. Uncommon Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Join Us and Make a Difference

At Uncommon Schools, you’ll be part of a team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and where your work has a direct impact on our students' futures. If you’re ready to use your data science skills to make a positive difference, apply today and help us drive educational excellence in under-resourced communities.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. Uncommon Schools is an equal opportunity employer.

We look forward to your application and the possibility of you joining our dynamic team at Uncommon Schools!