Data Scientist, Specialist

Archer; Malvern (Chester County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer, in collaboration with Vanguard, seeks an experienced data scientist to lead analytical initiatives and mentor junior staff in Malvern, PA. You will design experiments, wrangle large datasets, and build predictive models to influence business decisions.

You will apply advanced ML methods, communicate complex findings to leaders, and collaborate across teams in a hybrid work environment. The role demands strong programming and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in analytical roles with data wrangling and large-scale modeling experience.
• Experience applying statistical and machine learning methods in business contexts.
• Undergraduate degree in analytics, applied mathematics, economics, statistics or related field; graduate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops complex queries and programming to access, transform, and prepare data for statistical modeling.
• Leads and executes deep dive diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics to support data-driven business decisions; mentors juniors.
• Identifies data inconsistencies, documents assumptions, and fills data gaps.
• Engages with stakeholders to translate business requirements into analytic approaches.
• Guides test design, model validation, and provides statistical consultation within cross-functional teams.
• Delivers insights and action-oriented recommendations to business leaders.

Skills

Data wrangling

Programming

Statistical modeling

Machine learning

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Analytics/Applied Mathematics/Statistics

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Tableau/Visualization

Job description

Archer is collaborating with Vanguard to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.

Leads and executes deep dive diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics to support data-driven business decision making. Mentors and develops junior data scientists and analysts.

Core Responsibilities

• Develops complex queries and performs extensive programming to access, transform, and prepare data for statistical modeling.
• Leads and executes deep dive diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics to support data-driven business decision making. Mentors and develops junior data scientists and analysts.
• Identifies and diagnoses data inconsistencies and errors, documents data assumptions, and forages to fill data gaps.
• Engages with internal stakeholders to understand and probe business processes in order to develop hypotheses. Brings structure to requests and translates requirements into an analytic approach.
• Guides test design, research design, and model validation. Provides statistical consultation services. Serves as the analytics expert on cross functional teams for large strategic initiatives and contributes to the growth of the Vanguard analytic community.
• Prepares and delivers insight presentations and action recommendations. Communicates complex analytical findings and implications to business leaders.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years related work experience in analytical roles. Experience with data wrangling required - Programming skills to access, transform and prepare large scale data for statistical modeling. Experience utilizing statistical and machine learning methods required.
• Undergraduate degree in Analytics, Applied Mathematics, Economics, Statistics or related analytical field of study or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred.

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.