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This position requires strong background in complex statistics and data analytics, as well as the ability to communicate statistical model details and findings to both a technical and non-technical audience.Prior experience in or knowledge of baseball is a plus, but is not required.\nEssential Duties & Responsibilities:\nBuild statistical models to answer a wide variety of baseball-related questions affecting the operations of the organization using advanced knowledge of statistics and data analytics and exercising appropriate discretion and judgment regarding development of statistical models\n\nInterpret data and report conclusions drawn from their analyses\n\nPresent model outputs in an effective way, both for technical and non-technical audiences\n\nCommunicate well with both the Baseball Analytics team as well as other Baseball Operations personnel to understand the parameters of any particular research project\n\nProvide advice on the desired outputs from the data engineering team, and guidance to the Baseball Systems team on how best to present model results\n\nAssist with recruiting, hiring, and mentoring new analysts in the Baseball Analytics department\n\nEvaluate potential new data sources and technologies to determine their validity and usefulness\n\nConsistently analyze recent research in analytics that can help improve the modeling work done by the Baseball Analytics department\n\nQualifications:\nPh.D. in statistics or a related field, or equivalent professional experience\n\nStrong background in a wide variety of statistical techniques\n\nStrong proficiency in R, Python, or similar, as well as strong proficiency in SQL\n\nBasic knowledge of data engineering and front-end development is a plus, for the purpose of communicating with those departments\n\nStrong communication skills\n\nAbility to work cooperatively with others, and to take control of large-scale projects with little or no daily oversight\n\nThe above informationis intended to describe the general nature, type, and level of work to be performed. The information is not intended to be an exhaustive or complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The individual selected may perform other related duties as assigned or requested.\nThe New York Mets recognize the importance of a diverse workforce and value the unique qualities individuals of various backgrounds and experiences can offer to the Organization. Our continued success depends heavily on the quality of our workforce. The Organization is committed to providing employees with the opportunity to develop to their fullest potential.\nSalary Range: $120,000 - $150,000\nFor technical reasons, we strongly advise to not use an .edu email address when applying. 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