We believe in the power and joy of learning

At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose – driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

Our culture values diversity, engagement, and discovery

Our business is driven by our strong culture, and we know that crafting an inclusive and diverse workplace is essential to the success of our company and our learners, as well as our individual well-being. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in everything we do, and strive to ensure employees of all levels and backgrounds feel empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work. We achieve these priorities through inclusive programs, benefits, and initiatives that are coordinated into the fabric of how we work every day. To learn more, please see https://www.cengagegroup.com/about/inclusion-and-diversity/ .

What you will do here:

As a Senior Data Scientist within the Research Team, you are the foundation of every research project across the Team. You will provide input during the design process of survey instruments and research projects and as the data arrives you will take the lead in its organization, review and cleanup, and the creation of repositories for analysis. This will include the development of report dashboards, methodology documentation and analysis, and alignment of historical data so trend analysis can be conducted. Your work is essential and you will work on multiple projects across company functions to improve data literacy and awareness and data-driven decision-making by leadership at all levels.

These responsibilities will include:

Develop, implement, and monitor sophisticated insights and analytical solutions to business questions using a variety of analytical approaches and methodologies in cooperation with Customer Insights Researchers.

Monitor data / information management processes to ensure data quality and consistency in support of research and business operations. This includes acquiring new data sources and performing data discovery to understand data values and relationships.

Ensure proper escalation, prioritization, and remediation of data quality issues.

Keep track of new technologies to get ahead of competition and create analytics that provide a competitive advantage for Cengage.

Proactively identify new analytics techniques to develop insightful solutions and deliver results.

Explore and apply new data mining and data visualization tools to conduct ad-hoc analysis as required.

Mentor less experienced analysts on standards and techniques to improve their accuracy and efficiency.

Skills you will need here:

4-7 years of relevant work experience in data management, operations, analytics, research, or data security.

Bachelor’s degree required in fields such as computer programming, statistics, mathematics, analytics, econometrics, data science, information management, or management information systems.

Demonstrable experience in developing, maintaining, and presenting on descriptive and predictive analytics solutions.

3-5 years of experience in coding and data mining/analysis tools with prioritization for candidates with experience in SQL, Python, R.

3-5 years of experience using Business Intelligence tools such as Cognos, Power BI, or Tableau.

Ability to quickly understand, interpret, and apply large scale databases and companywide enterprise systems.

Consistent track record to visualize and develop data repositories and high-level reporting for multiple team members within Cengage and the public

Able to self-manage progress against achievements and results with a high degree of accountability and personal responsibility

Strong bias for action

Strong writing and verbal presentation skills; experience preparing and communicating information and recommendations to a diverse and often senior audience; ability to discuss findings in a variety of manners crafted to specific audiences (both technical and non-technical).

Comfort with and eagerness to seek ambiguous problems

Passionate about collaboration and comfortable working with multiple teams on projects with different completion timelines.

Ability to work run projects efficiently and maintain high quality standards

Experience in education technology is desirable but not required

Cengage Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. You may view Cengage’s EEO/Affirmative Action Policy signed by CEO Michael Hansen and Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law notice by visiting their corresponding links.

Cengage Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] or you may call us at +1 (617) 289-7917.

About Cengage Group

Cengage Group, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

Compensation

At Cengage Group, we take great pride in our commitment to providing a comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package designed to support and empower our employees. Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards Philosophy .

The full base pay range has been provided for this position. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location. Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range.

$52,000.00 - $83,200.00 USD