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The ability to work in teams and managing stakeholders is important.\nWe are looking for:\nBachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Socio-economics, Data Science or other related field with at least 2 or more years’ experience.\n\nKnowledge of/ Interest in consumers and their behavior and (un-)managed consumer related crowdsourced panels\n\nExperience working with Commercial functions and/or clients\n\nStrong aptitude for data analysis. Ability to manipulate, analyze and interpret large data sources.\n\nEager to continuously learn and adopt and develop evolving technologies and tools\n\nExcellent communication/writing and collaboration skills.\n\nExcellent statistical and logic skills. Experience in data cleaning, outlier validation, sampling, bias reduction, indirect estimation, data aggregation techniques.\n\nExperienced in Python or another high-level programming language and willingness to learn Python\n\n(nice to have) Experienced with SQL, working with queries and large-scale databases\n\n(nice to have) Experience/Interest in production level solutions prototyping\n\n Benefits:\nExciting work environment that brings people together.\nUse the latest digital technologies.\nOngoing trainings to support your development.\nOpportunities for personal and professional growth.\nHybrid work\nOur Benefits\nFlexible working environment\nVolunteer time off\nLinkedIn Learning\nEmployee-Assistance-Program (EAP)\nNIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-ai-safety-policies/\nAbout NIQ\nNIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights-delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms-NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.\nFor more information, visit NIQ.com\nWant to keep up with our latest updates?\nFollow us on: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook\nOur commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion\nAt NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. 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