Harvard University’s Opportunity Insights project invites applications for an Associate Data Scientist based in Cambridge, MA, on-site. The role will work closely with Opportunity Insights’ Founding Director, Executive Director, faculty, and senior researchers to transform large administrative and program datasets into reproducible analyses, statistical models, and decision-support tools for internal leadership and external partners. Responsibilities include analyzing large, complex datasets; designing, developing, and enhancing Opportunity Insights’ data infrastructure; constructing robust statistical models and econometric techniques for causal inference; building models for financial forecasting, social impacts, and policy analysis; integrating analytical findings into dashboards and reports; and documenting methodologies and analytical workflows to ensure transparency and long-term maintainability. The position reports to Raj Chetty, Opportunity Insights’ Founding Director. Working conditions: based in Cambridge, MA; the work is primarily in an office setting, with flexible options discussed during the interview process. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Economics, Econometrics or a related field; experience with data analysis, economics research, or econometrics; proficiency in Python and languages such as Stata or R for data analysis; experience with large datasets; familiarity with modern AI coding tools (e.g., Claude Code); strong collaboration skills. Additional information: appointment is for two years with the possib

Harvard University’s Opportunity Insights project invites applications for an Associate Data Scientist based in Cambridge, MA, on-site. The role will work closely with Opportunity Insights’ Founding Director, Executive Director, faculty, and senior researchers to transform large administrative and program datasets into reproducible analyses, statistical models, and decision-support tools for internal leadership and external partners. Responsibilities include analyzing large, complex datasets; designing, developing, and enhancing Opportunity Insights’ data infrastructure; constructing robust statistical models and econometric techniques for causal inference; building models for financial forecasting, social impacts, and policy analysis; integrating analytical findings into dashboards and reports; and documenting methodologies and analytical workflows to ensure transparency and long-term maintainability. The position reports to Raj Chetty, Opportunity Insights’ Founding Director. Working conditions: based in Cambridge, MA; the work is primarily in an office setting, with flexible options discussed during the interview process. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Economics, Econometrics or a related field; experience with data analysis, economics research, or econometrics; proficiency in Python and languages such as Stata or R for data analysis; experience with large datasets; familiarity with modern AI coding tools (e.g., Claude Code); strong collaboration skills. Additional information: appointment is for two years with the possib