Associate Director, Data Science

The Associate Director, Data Science at Digitas serves as a key partner for clients and internal teams, applying innovative data science methodologies to answer marketing and strategy questions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor to clients and internal stakeholders on data science applications and approaches
• Translate analytical work into clear business value and actionable recommendations
• Identify opportunities to expand data science impact and contribute to organic account growth
• Lead multiple concurrent data science projects across clients and capabilities with varying complexity
• Define project approach, manage risks, and align stakeholders on priorities and outcomes
• Partner across media, strategy, analytics, and technology teams to deliver integrated solutions
• Represent data science across cross-functional initiatives and client engagements

Qualifications

• 7–9 years of experience in data science, analytics, or marketing science within an agency, consulting, or technology environment
• Strong foundation in statistical modeling, machine learning, causal inference, and experimental design
• Proficiency in SQL, Python and/or R; experience with distributed systems or large-scale data processing preferred
• Experience with Marketing Mix Modeling (MMM), attribution, and incrementality measurement
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (preferably GCP: BigQuery, Looker, DataProc)
• Strong understanding of modern AI/ML approaches and their practical applications
• Proven ability to connect data science solutions to business outcomes and client value
• Demonstrated experience leading multiple projects and influencing cross-functional teams
• Experience managing and developing data science talent
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex concepts for a range of audiences
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity in fast-paced, evolving environments