# Research Data Scientist
**Company:** [Swayable](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/swayable)
**Location:** San Francisco, CA
**Salary:** $125K-$165K
**Skills:** Python, pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization, MongoDB, Machine Learning
**Posted:** 2026-02-18
> Conducts advanced data science research on public opinion and causal modeling using experimental data. Develops tools, prototypes platform improvements, and communicates insights. Requires Python data science expertise and strong stats skills.
## Job Description
## What You’ll Do
- Conduct data science research to push our experimental methodologies to the bleeding edge of social science
- Develop robust tools to uncover insights in experimental data
- Prototype data science improvements to core platform features
- Communicate the results of data science investigations to both internal and external stakeholders

## Who You Are
- Fluency in the **python data science stack**
- Expertise in **statistical, analytical, and data science methods**
- Excellent **communication and data visualization** skills
- Ability to work independently, prioritizing multiple important tasks/deadlines
- A keen eye for the 20% of effort that delivers 80% of the results
- Being a flexible team player whose values align with ours

## Preferred Qualifications
- Experience writing and reviewing **production-quality python code**
- Experience working in a fast-moving startup environment
- Experience interacting with **MongoDB** databases
- Bachelors/Masters/PhD in data science, statistics, physics, mathematics, bioinformatics, computer science, or a related quantitative field

## Benefits
- 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Plans - no employee contribution required
- Generous PTO
- Equity Options
- 401k plan, FSA
- Ongoing professional development investments

**Salary: $125-$165k, dependent on experience and location**
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