Junior Business Scientist, Data Science and Marketing Effectiveness

Ekimetrics; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

20 PTO days per year

Dynamic promotions and salary raises

Eki.Academy training catalogue

Job summary

Ekimetrics is seeking a Junior Data Scientist in New York to contribute to Marketing Mix Modeling projects and data-driven client deliverables. You will clean data, support statistical modeling, and help translate analytics into actionable recommendations.

The role offers mentoring, training via Eki.Academy, and exposure to international clients across multiple industries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field.
• Fundamental knowledge of Python or R and analytics tools.
• Understanding of statistics, econometrics, and marketing metrics.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a major client project in MMM/MMO.
• Clean and manipulate data from multiple sources using Python, R, SQL, or Excel.
• Support statistical modeling and predictive analytics.
• Develop dashboards and visualizations to communicate insights.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Excel

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

Databricks

Azure

MMM exposure

Job description

Ekimetrics is a global leader in Marketing Effectiveness and AI‑powered solutions, helping businesses optimize marketing and operations across four domains: Marketing Effectiveness, Customer Analytics, Operational Excellence, ESG & sustainability.

Your Responsibilities

• Contribute to one major client project in Marketing Mix Modeling (MMM) and Marketing Mix Optimization (MMO).
• Clean, prepare, and manipulate data from multiple sources using Python, R, SQL, or Excel.
• Support statistical and predictive modeling, including regression, econometrics, Bayesian methods, and marketing metrics.
• Help develop dashboards, charts, and visualizations to communicate insights effectively to clients and internal teams.
• Participate in client meetings and calls under supervision, contributing insights and helping translate analytics into practical recommendations.
• Support the preparation of client deliverables, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely delivery.
• Take part in team knowledge‑sharing sessions, learning from colleagues and sharing best practices where possible.
• Take ownership of professional development, pursuing relevant certifications and training paths in programming, analytics, and data science.
• Actively participate in office meetings, training sessions, and team initiatives.
• Champion and role‑model core values: Curiosity, Creativity, Excellence, Generosity, and Enjoyment.

Your Profile

Experience & Technical Skills

• 0–2 years of professional experience, including internships or graduate placements.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree (or equivalent) in Statistics, Economics, Data Science, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related analytical field.
• Basic knowledge of Python or R, and other analytics tools; willingness to learn more advanced techniques.
• Understanding of statistical modeling, regression, econometrics, Bayesian statistics, and/or marketing metrics.
• Ability to work with and clean large datasets while maintaining attention to quality.
• Nice‑to‑have experience with Databricks, Azure, or MMM exposure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Soft Skills

• Analytical mindset, curiosity, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work autonomously while being a collaborative team member.
• Strong communication skills to engage with clients and internal teams.
• Interest in business challenges, marketing strategy, and results‑oriented thinking.
• Positive attitude, resilience, and sense of humor.

What We Offer

• Base salary: $75,000 (NYC office). Compensation varies based on background, experience, and skillset.
• Comprehensive benefits package, generous bonus package, and dynamic promotions and salary raise structure.
• Work‑life balance with 20 PTO days per year and holidays.
• Annual seminars and retreats.
• Close knit team with friendly environment, bi‑monthly team events and more.
• Work closely with senior analysts and managers to develop technical, analytical, and client‑facing skills.
• Mentoring and coaching, with structured career progression from Junior Business Scientist to Manager and beyond.
• Eki.Academy training catalogue: learning paths, solution‑ and role‑specific programs, and Climate School environmental awareness courses.
• Exposure to international clients, multiple industries, and projects with real business impact.
• Opportunity to contribute to thought leadership, internal knowledge management, and innovation initiatives.

Position Type

Permanent

Equal Opportunity

Ekimetrics is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to making all employment decisions without regard to race/ethnicity, gender, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status (including domestic partnerships and civil unions), sexual orientation, military veteran status, unemployment status, or other legally protected categories, subject to applicable law.

Please note that for this recruitment we do not offer visa sponsorship or transfer.