Research Scientist 2

• Identify and develop required data frameworks, optimization and predicative learning models, and enabling tools necessary to support business operation decisions.
• Conceive, design, prototype and implement advanced algorithms aimed at generating solutions to critical problems
• Assess algorithm performance on real-world data, and monitor the business performance 
• Support multiple projects throughout the company
• Document results via written reports, briefings and well-commented code
• Engage customers and collaborators to provide technical results and recommendations
• Communicate with internal and external clients to understand and define business needs and appropriate modelling techniques to provide analytical solutions.

OTHER

• Act as an ambassador for DP World at all times when working; promoting and demonstrating positive behaviors in harmony with DP World’s Principles, values and culture; ensuring the highest level of safety is applied in all activities; understanding and following DP World’s Code of Conduct and Ethics policies
• Perform other related duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Master’s or PhD degree in applied mathematics, statistics, data science, operation research, or related field
• 3-6 years’ relevant experience in a research scientist or data scientist role
• Ability to quickly pick up “on the fly” new skills and develop expertise necessary to provide the best possible solution
• Experience in scientific programming using Python, R, C++, Matlab, or similar high-level languages.
• Basic understanding of Cloud (AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal and analytical skills, including the ability to communicate solution concepts clearly and persuasively 
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across multiple organizations and drive alignment 
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, work with minimal supervision and collaborate on small teams
• Intellectual curiosity and high motivation to solve challenging problems

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