Postdoctoral Data Researcher

• Permanent contract (CDI)
• Full-time position - 35 hours/week
• Based in Lyon, France - Open to partial remote
• Wage depending on experiencE

About Upfluence:

Upfluence helps its customers tell their stories with powerful tools dedicated to the creator economy and social commerce.

Upfluence allows brands and agencies to collaborate with millions of social media creators and execute comprehensive influencer marketing campaigns.

Since its launch in October 2016, Upfluence has yielded a monthly double-digit growth rate, and we are therefore seeking further expansion for our team and offices. Our rapidly growing global team is currently distributed between our offices in New York City, Mexico City, and Lyon, as well as full remote employees.

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Data Researcher. The ideal candidate will have a passion for data analysis, a strong statistical background, and excellent programming skills. 

As a Postdoctoral Data Researcher, you will be responsible for designing and executing experiments, analyzing data, and presenting findings to both technical and non-technical audiences. The position will require the use of cutting-edge technologies and methods to produce impactful research in various fields.

Responsibilities:

• Design and execute experiments to collect and analyze data.
• Develop statistical models and algorithms to analyze and interpret data.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop research questions and hypotheses.
• Communicate complex data analysis findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Use state-of-the-art tools and methods to develop and deploy data-driven solutions.
• Document research methods and findings in technical reports, papers, and presentations.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest research trends and advancements in the field.

Who we are looking for:

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science…
• Strong foundational knowledge of mathematics
• Data visualization skills (at least Jupyter, but other expertise is welcome).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Ability to perform SQL requests and work with large datasets
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with machine learning algorithms and frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS or GCP.
• Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop or Spark.
• Experience with natural language processing (NLP) and/or computer vision (CV) techniques.

What we have to offer:

• An entrepreneurial and dynamic startup environment with room for growth
• A mixed and international team (20+ nationalities)
• Regular exchanges with the US/MX offices
• Stock options
• Leverage a rare social media dataset to produce research that will move the industry, be shared with the press, and help our teams and customers.
• Combine social data to predict social commerce, politics, and national health trends.
• Be at the forefront of one of the fastest-growing fields of research in the world.

Discover our Stack: https://stackshare.io/upfluence/upfluence 

Sounds like the perfect opportunity? Apply now to join us!

We offer a flexible hybrid work model, providing our employees with an office setting, the option to work from home, and even fully remote structures. We believe in work-life balance and provide access so we can make the best of our workdays. Upfluence is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.