Statistician

Varahe Analytics Private Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A data analytics firm in Bengaluru is seeking a Statistical Analyst/Statistician to join their team. The successful candidate will analyze quantitative data to support strategic decision-making, develop statistical models, and produce insightful reports. Ideal applicants hold a degree in a quantitative field and possess strong skills in data analysis tools such as R or SPSS.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and G-Suites.
• Solid understanding of statistical concepts and modelling.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and prepare large datasets for analysis.
• Apply statistical methods to analyze trends and patterns.
• Build and maintain dashboards and ad hoc reports.

Skills

Statistical modelling

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Statistics or related field

Tools

R

SPSS

Microsoft Excel

SQL

Job description

Overview

We are one of India’s premier integrated political consulting Firms specializing in building data driven 360-degree election campaigns. We help our clients with strategic advice and implementation which brings together data-backed insights and in-depth ground intelligence into a holistic electoral campaign. We are passionate about our democracy and the politics that shape the world around us. We draw on some of the sharpest minds from distinguished institutions and diverse professional backgrounds to help us achieve our goal. The team brings in 7 years of experience in building electoral strategies that spark conversations, effect change, and help shape electoral and legislative ecosystems in our country.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and methodical Statistical Analyst/ Statistician to join our analytics team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative data to support strategic decision-making. This role involves developing statistical models, running simulations, and producing reports and visualizations to uncover insights and guide organizational priorities. The role also requires the candidate to be able to report and publish insights from data from time to time.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and prepare large datasets from multiple sources for analysis.
• Apply statistical methods and models (e.g., regression, hypothesis testing, inference building, panel, categorical, multilevel models) to analyze trends, patterns and forecast.
• Interpret and communicate complex data findings and forecasts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Build and maintain dashboards, forecasts, and ad hoc reports.
• Support survey design and evaluation (sampling, weighting, post-stratification if applicable).
• Collaborate with data engineers, subject matter experts, and decision-makers to define analysis goals.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and privacy of all data processed.

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Economics(Econometrics), or a related quantitative field.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word as well as G-Suites.
• Strong proficiency in any statistical software (R/SPSS is preferred).
• Solid understanding of statistical concepts, statistical modelling, including, but not limited to linear and logistic regression, ANOVA, Time-Series Modelling, and Bayesian methods.
• Experience working with large datasets and relational databases (graduate or undergraduate experience will also be considered).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills, especially in interpreting data for non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have demonstrated ability to manage large data-sets simultaneously with a purpose of building hypotheses and inference testing.
• Proven academic excellence/research experience in quantitative fields such as econometrics.
• Model building experience in Python, R will be an advantage.
• Experience with query writing and data automation related tasks (SQL, VBA etc) is a plus.
• Ability to independently work on multiple projects and/or manage key requirements of internal stakeholders.
• Prior experience/Postgraduate experience in publishing academic research is a plus.

Location

BLR - 4th Floor, VK Kalyani Commercial Complex, Opp to BDA Sanky Road, Bangalore,560021

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industry

• Business Consulting and Services