NielsenIQ

Head of Measurement Science and Innovation

New York City, NY, United States · Exec

Sponsorship not specified$175k-$250kDetected 54 days ago

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About the role

Company Description R26_000918 MRI-Simmons is the leading provider of actionable insights on the consumer.
MRI-Simmons measures consumer preferences, attitudes, and behaviors.
We do this by collecting data through surveys and passively measured data in a way that is representative of the general population, applying data science and making sense of consumer data through enterprise-grade software.

Modernize Legacy Assets: Lead the strategic evolution of legacy-based datasets; balancing historical continuity with the need for modernized methodologies and market positioning.
Commercial Methodology Alignment: Collaborate with senior stakeholders to ensure analytic strategies and methodological updates directly support core business objectives and market demands.
Modernize Measurement Strategy: Advise clients on transitioning from reliance on legacy measures to adopting modern, integrated approaches to media measurement and research design.
Survey sampling design, weighting, and inference
These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria.
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™.

12+ years of experience in Data Science, Measurement Science, or Research Methods, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership position.
Proven track record of evolving legacy, survey-based products into modern integrated data assets without losing historic trendability or sacrificing data quality.
Direct expertise in:
Ability to explain complex methodological concepts clearly to non-technical audiences, including clients, stakeholders, and executives.
Experience navigating the organizational and commercial tensions of modernizing "gold standard" legacy measures.
Advanced degree in quantitative field such as Statistics, Data Science, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.

Flexible working environment
Volunteer time off
LinkedIn Learning
Strategic Leadership & Vision
Integrate Data Ecosystems: Champion a vision where legacy data serves as a foundational component within a broader, integrated analytic ecosystem that includes census-level and behavioral data.
Reconcile Complex Datasets: Develop robust frameworks to reconcile discrepancies in coverage, granularity, and timing between consumer surveys and large-scale administrative data.
Cultivate Expertise: Mentor and develop senior researchers and data scientists, fostering a culture of scientific rigor, curiosity, and continuous learning.

https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies.
NIQ 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.
NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world's population.
For more information, visit NIQ.com
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