Data Analyst / Data Scientist

About the job

Pahle India Foundation (PIF), chaired by Dr. Rajiv Kumar, former Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog, is inviting applications for a full time position of Data Analyst / Data Scientist. About Us: PIF is a purpose-driven action tank committed to shaping evidence-based, impactful policies for India’s economic transformation. We work closely with state and central governments on district-led development, export-led manufacturing, Ease of doing business, strengthening data systems, and impact assessments. Role Overview: • Collect, clean, and structure large-scale datasets to enable rigorous analysis. • Conduct exploratory data analysis to identify trends, patterns. • Build and maintain high-quality panel datasets with multiple levels of identifiers to support longitudinal tracking and analysis. • Apply advanced econometric and statistical techniques—including fixed effects models, linear probability models (LPM), difference-in-differences (DiD), Nearest Neighbour Match / Propensity Score Matching, and Instrumental Variables—to draw causal insights from data. • Translate raw data into meaningful insights through visualizations and summary statistics. • Support the development of predictive models. • Conduct qualitative analysis. • Apply natural language processing (NLP) and sentiment analysis tools. Educational Qualifications: • Master’s degree or PhD in Economics, Econometrics, Data Science, or related quantitative disciplines. • Strong academic training in econometrics, statistics, and programming (Stata, R, or Python) is essential. • Clustering analysis, familiarity with supervised and unsupervised learning techniques (Regression, KNN, Random Forest, ADA Boost, XG Boost), predictive modelling. • Familiarity with tools for qualitative analysis, such as NVivo, Atlas.ti, or sentiment analysis libraries in Python (e.g., VADER, TextBlob, spaCy), is highly desirable. • Prior experience working with HR, labor market, or administrative datasets in a research, consulting, or analytics setting will be preferred. • Understanding of behavioural economics/science concepts (e.g., choice architecture, default effects) is a plus. Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience. Why Join Us: • Work directly with governments on live policy challenges. • Apply cutting-edge data and econometric methods to real-world governance issues. • Contribute to pioneering reforms in India’s statistical and economic planning systems. • Be part of a collaborative, impact-oriented environment. Remuneration: As per industry norms and dependent on skill sets.

Requirements

• Data collection
• Data cleaning
• Statistical techniques
• Data visualization
• Qualitative analysis

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Economics
• Master’s degree in Econometrics
• Master’s degree in Data Science

Preferred Technologies

• Data collection
• Data cleaning
• Statistical techniques
• Data visualization
• Qualitative analysis

About the company

Pahlé India Foundation (PIF) is a pivotal policy research think tank committed to sustainable development and inclusive growth in India. Founded in 2013, it focuses on evidence-based policy-making and economic transformation.