Data Scientist, Center for Economic Intelligence - Sr. Associate

Help shape how we understand the economy through data. In this role, you’ll work with macroeconomic and financial datasets to uncover emerging trends, explain what’s driving them, and communicate insights clearly. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your analytics toolkit while partnering with experts across data science and economics. Join a team that values curiosity, rigor, and impact.

Job summary 

As a Data Scientist within the Center for Economic Intelligence, you will help drive analytics workflow and development by deploying modern approaches to data design, modeling, analysis, and visualization of macroeconomic and financial data. You’ll join an organization focused on developing a holistic internal and external view of the financial well-being of consumers and businesses using internal and third-party data. You’ll collaborate with Data Scientists, Economists, and Econometricians to identify emerging trends and the economic relationships behind them. You will communicate findings with clear narratives and strong data support to inform decision-making.

During a period of heightened macroeconomic uncertainty, identifying early signals in income, spending, savings, and credit is especially important. You’ll contribute to a team culture that prizes attention to detail, thoughtful debate, and delivering results at pace. You’ll also help translate complex analyses into presentations for senior stakeholders, sponsors, and colleagues.

Job responsibilities 

• Recognize and communicate meaningful trends and patterns related to consumer and business health
• Collaborate with Data Scientists, Economists, and Econometricians to explore trends in income, spending, savings, and credit
• Apply advanced analytical techniques to develop detailed explanations of broader economic trends
• Identify and validate data sources while assessing data quality and fitness for purpose
• Translate analytical results into clear, concise insights backed by strong data support
• Contribute critical thinking and attention to detail in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment
• Develop presentations that summarize key messages for senior management, sponsors, and colleagues
• Promote continuous learning by bringing new ideas and perspectives that strengthen team thinking

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills 

• Four years of experience in a business strategy and analytics role
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Substantial SQL experience, including query and procedure writing
• Experience with at least one of the following: Python, SAS, R, or Alteryx
• Strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to frame messages for different audiences
• Strong critical and analytical thinking skills
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Ability to work independently and manage shifting priorities and projects
• Strong attention to detail while retaining a big-picture perspective