Senior Statistician Modeling - (US-CT-Hartford - 06199)

Compensation: $75K - $115K / Year
Minimum Education: Masters
Job Type: Full Time
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This position:
- Provides a high level of data mining, research and predictive modeling to achieve company objectives for profitability and growth.
- Apply advanced statistical concepts and data analysis methods in innovative research and modeling.
- Independently works on projects and may direct 1-2 analysts on project work.
- Develops new approaches to business problems using advanced statistical techniques.
- Researches new ways of using statistical methodologies.
- May assist with implementing model results into actuarial decisions and strategies.
- Responsible for projects requiring advanced statistical analyses, innovative research, mathematical calculations and technical skills.
- May direct projects that have significant financial impact and may present to senior level management.
- This position works under limited supervision.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

Conduct research and predictive modeling.
Interpret data and identify correlations using both univariate and multivariate analysis.
Offer recommendations to improve analyses.
Investigate and assist in data analysis.
Assist in summarizing results.
Perform advanced programming in SAS, Excel, Access or company software to perform modeling activities.
Engage in independent research.
Oversee limited projects involving predictive modeling staff.
Bring new ideas on statistical techniques and their application to the business.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Either 7+ years of research and/or predictive modeling or 4+ years of modeling along with insurance experience.
Demonstrated ability in statistical modeling and data mining techniques (GLM, clustering, decision trees, etc).
Strong understanding of insurance related modeling and data a big plus
Strong project management skills.
Basic understanding of accounting principles and solid understanding of financial reporting.

CERTIFICATES/DEGREES:

Advanced degree in statistics, mathematics, operations research, economics, engineering or professional actuarial designation. PhD is a plus.