Sr. Associate Data Scientist

Farmers Group Inc.; Warwick (RI); Hybrid; USD 103,700 - 140,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary $122,000

Bonus opportunity

401(k)

Medical insurance

Vision care

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Farmers Group Inc. in Warwick, RI seeks a Sr. Associate Data Scientist to apply analytics and modeling techniques to improve business results and influence strategic decisions.

The role involves working with IT, business, and data management teams to deploy models and present insights. A remote option is available nationwide. Position requires a Master’s degree in Statistics or related field and 2 years of relevant experience, with proficiency in SQL, Python, and R; familiarity with Tower Watson

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Statistics or a closely related field, plus 2 years of experience applying analytics and modeling techniques.
• Experience with descriptive data analysis, statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and data processing; proficient in SQL, Python, and R; familiar with data management/engineering contexts.

Responsibilities

• Apply analytics and modeling techniques to improve business results.
• Leverage customer and behavioral data to influence strategic decisions using ML and data mining techniques.
• Collaborate with IT, business, and data teams to deploy models and present findings to leadership.

Skills

Descriptive analytics

Predictive modeling

Statistical analysis

Education

Master's degree in Statistics or related field

Tools

Tower Watson Emblem

ArcGIS

IBM SPSS Modeler

SQL

Python

R

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Sr. Associate Data Scientist

34858

We are Farmers – where ambition meets opportunity.

At Farmers, we’re not just known for unforgettable jingle – we’re a team with a passion for purpose and making a real difference in people’s lives. We deliver peace of mind when it matters most. Our results-driven, high-performance culture thrives on creativity, accountability and bold solutions. Here, growth isn’t just a goal – it’s a way of life for both the organization and every individual on our team. We tackle challenges head-on, learn from every experience and measure our impact on the customers who trust us.

Join an award-winning, equal opportunity employer, where you’ll find more than a job – you’ll find a supportive community. Enjoy competitive benefits, take part in meaningful volunteer projects, and help shape the future alongside talented colleagues across all backgrounds. At Farmers, helping others is at the heart of what we do.

Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.

Job Summary

Farmers Group (Warwick, RI) seeks a Sr. Associate Data Scientist to use working knowledge and experience to apply analytics and modeling techniques to improve business results and perform routine assignments and leverage customer information and behavioral data to influence strategic business decisions while using analytics, multi-variate models, machine learning and data mining technologies. Specific duties include: execute on standard business challenges involving data science; succeed in projects by scoping, defining measures of success, utilizing a data science vision for project success, and accomplishes successfully within prescribed timelines; execute on routine projects with a sense of urgency; utilize conceptual knowledge of consumer analytics including retention models, agency economics, and lead optimization in their daily work; utilize basic knowledge of programing, ETL and modeling methods to execute projects and assists the team through examples of good technical skills; partner closely with IT, business, and data management/engineering teams to understand, utilize, and improve data infrastructure. Advise on general matters and serves as an objective and transparent partner to drive fact-based decision making and a measures of success culture; contribute to development of presentations and present to leadership; communicate complex technical material understandable to non-technical associates; execute basic to intermediate model deployments via established MLOps techniques; and work with analytics and IT teams to deploy models/rules. Option to work remotely from anywhere in the U.S.

Position requires a Master’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Statistics, or a closely related field of study, plus 2 years of experience in the job offered, or as a Predictive Analyst, Research Consultant, Business Analyst, or similar position applying analytics and modeling techniques to improve business results. Must have 2 years of experience with each of the following: performing descriptive data analysis, statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and data processing; performing descriptive, statistical and predictive data analysis to address real business problems; implementing new programs and initiatives, using SQL, SAS, Python, and R; processing large datasets from different sources for reporting; and working with the following software: Tower Watson Emblem, ArcGIS, and IBM SPSS Modeler. Option to work remotely from anywhere in the U.S.

Full time position. Apply by submitting your resumes at Farmers.com/Careers, Job ID: 34858.

Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.

• Annual rate of pay: $122,000
• Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
• 401(k)
• Medical
• Vision
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

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