We are looking for a Data Science Manager
Are you interested in a challenging role in the Data Team of the biggest and one of the most innovative research agencies? Are you a creative data wizard who likes to get to the bottom of everything? Are you driven to work with research teams to provide our clients with the right insights? Then you are the reinforcement we are looking for in our Data Team.
For our Ipsos Global Influentials (IGI) team in the Amsterdam office, we are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic
Data Science Manager - IGI
Our Audience Measurement team is working on a diverse set of media projects, including passive electronic measurement of cross-media behavior, large national and international TV, print and behavior studies and ad-hoc media studies. Data processing, data integration, data modelling, complex analyses etc. are an essential part of our deliveries. In this role, you are a cooperating foreman/woman in the IGI team to support our deliveries and shape our methodologies.
The following activities are part of your tasks and responsibilities:
- Managing the data people in close collaboration with the Service Line lead.
- Developing and maintaining production quality data science systems
- Manipulating complex data from different sources and data processing in R, Python, SQL and Google Cloud Platform
- Performing complex statistical analyses and prediction models for media research
- Support to the researchers in the team
- Performing checks on the results before delivery to the research team
- Clear visualization and communication of the results to internal and/or external customers
- Contributing to the renewal and improvement of existing structures and processes
Your qualities
- Academic working and thinking level
- Able to convey complex problems with simple words
- Great communication skills
- Proactive, with an eye for detail
- Flexible and able to handle deadlines well
- Team player, with a drive to deliver results together
- Pragmatic, precise and creative
- Good command of English (you will work with a Global team)
Your skills & experience
- Management skills
- Programming background and experience in Python and R
- Experience in git with collaborative development of data science workflows / products
- A statistical background and affinity with research methods and techniques such as regression, segmentation, data fusion
- Experience in media research
- Skilled in learning software packages
- Experience working in the cloud especially GCP
- Experience working with automated production systems
What we offer you
- An international organization with many opportunities for personal growth and development
- A close-knit and diverse data team, the perfect mix of informal and professional, combining all facets of data collection and data processing
- Strong and innovative research solutions to help our customers
- A working environment where there is plenty of room for your own input and fresh ideas. We appreciate it when you show character and make your voice heard.
- A dynamic, open and informal working environment where everything revolves around our passion for customers and market research
- Collaboration with a driven group of colleagues who are known for their expertise, team spirit, intellectual curiosity and love for the profession
- An introduction program that ensures that you get off to a flying start and are settled in no time
- Regular drinks and inspiration sessions
- A laptop, and with it the flexibility to work from home every now and then
Our organization
Ipsos employs professionals who have a natural intellectual curiosity. We have a passion for what drives people. For us, research is more than just information. We are always looking for new ways to work with our customers to find solutions that matter. We work with wonderful customers and strong brands worldwide. As an organization, we are in full swing with a growing portfolio.
Ipsos I&O is the biggest research company in The Netherlands. Globally, Ipsos is represented in 90 countries. We are proud that we are led by researchers and not owned by venture capital.
Interested?
Then we would like to get in touch with you. Please send us your CV and cover letter (with a clear motivation why you are suitable for this role) by clicking on the application button.
If you have questions, contact us at [email protected].
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About UsIpsos is one of the world’s largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a #1 full-service research organization for four consecutive years. With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. And we are proud of our continuous efforts in making Ipsos the best place to work!Skills Required
- Academic working and thinking level
- Management skills and experience managing data personnel
- Programming experience in Python and R
- Experience with Git and collaborative data science workflow or product development
- Statistical background and familiarity with regression, segmentation, and data fusion
- Experience in media research
- Ability to learn software packages
- Experience working in the cloud, especially Google Cloud Platform
- Experience with automated production systems
- Good command of English
- Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex problems simply
Ipsos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ipsos and has not been reviewed or approved by Ipsos.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off policies include generous vacation allowances, paid sick time, volunteer days, Summer Fridays, and an extra birthday day in some regions. Allowances in some markets increase with tenure and include options to buy or sell holiday time.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans multiple medical plans, dental and vision care, an Employee Assistance Program, and employer-funded income protection and life assurance in certain regions. Private medical coverage is offered for some levels, alongside mental health support resources.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available across regions, with multi-month options and equal maternity and paternity leave in the UK. Flexible working approaches and family-friendly policies are emphasized.
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What We Do
In our world of rapid change, the need for reliable information to make confident decisions has never been greater. At Ipsos we believe our clients need more than a data supplier, they need a partner who can produce accurate and relevant information and turn it into actionable truth. This is why our passionately curious experts not only provide the most precise measurement, but shape it to provide True Understanding of Society, Markets and People. To do this we use the best of science, technology and know-how and apply the principles of security, simplicity, speed and substance to everything we do. So that our clients can act faster, smarter and bolder. Ultimately, success comes down to a simple truth: YOU ACT BETTER WHEN YOU ARE SURE First listed on the Paris Stock Exchange: July 1, 1999 Total revenues in 2019: 2,003.3 million euros
