Senior Survey Scientist

Uber

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San Francisco, CA
Posted
4 days ago

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Uber Technologies, Inc. is the world’s largest, San Francisco-based mobile technology platform facilitating on-demand ride-hailing, food delivery (Uber Eats), and freight transportation across approximately 70 countries.

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TL;DR · Senior Survey Scientist

The Senior Survey Scientist role at the Data Science team in San Francisco involves strategic advising to Marketing, Ops, and Product stakeholders through high-impact research. This includes designing and conducting complex survey studies using both first-party and third-party data to develop user insights, developing reliable survey instruments and sampling plans, and overseeing the end-to-end research lifecycle for critical initiatives. The candidate will also communicate findings effectively across teams and drive strategic vision for company-wide survey governance. Key skills include proficiency in SQL, Python or R, experience with Qualtrics, and expertise in quantitative methods such as regression analysis and factor analysis. Ideal candidates have a PhD in social science and extensive experience in survey science or data science roles focused on brand marketing and consumer behavior.

What you'll do

  • Design and conduct complex research studies to develop insights on user behavior and market trends.
  • Develop reliable survey instruments and sampling plans using psychometric principles.
  • Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of high-priority research initiatives for technical excellence.
  • Synthesize and communicate data-driven insights to cross-functional teams for strategic decision-making.
  • Own and drive the strategic vision for company-wide survey governance and data integrity.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in designing and conducting survey-based research.
  • PhD in social science with emphasis on quantitative methods or statistics.
  • Expertise in psychometrics, regression analysis, factor analysis, and clustering.
  • Strong coding skills in SQL, Python, or R for data manipulation and analysis.
  • Experience building automated analytical pipelines for recurring global trackers.
  • Proven ability to communicate research findings effectively to diverse audiences.

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