Associate Director, Data Science

Join to apply for the Associate Director, Data Science role at Jobright.ai 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Associate Director, Data Science role at Jobright.ai Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Jobright is an AI-powered career platform that helps job seekers discover the top opportunities in the US. We are NOT a staffing agency. Jobright does not hire directly for these positions. We connect you with verified openings from employers you can trust. Job Summary: Verizon is a technology company that empowers individuals and communities through innovative solutions. The Associate Director of Data Science will lead a team focused on leveraging advanced analytics and Generative AI to drive competitive intelligence and actionable insights for the organization. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate analytics-driven insights into strategic business recommendations and mentoring analytics professionals. Responsibilities: • Bring a consultative mindset to transform data into actionable insights to achieve business outcomes • Discovery of third party datasets, enabling rapid and scalable intelligence gathering from structured and unstructured sources (e.g., news, social media, financial reports, customer feedback etc.) • Lead a strong internal data analytics team to support the business. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate analytics-driven insights into strategic business recommendations. • Performing exploratory and targeted data analyses using descriptive statistics and other methods. • Presenting results and recommendations to senior management and business users. • Mentor and elevate analytics professionals, building a team that combines technical expertise with business acumen to drive sustained competitive advantage. Qualifications: Required: • Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of relevant work experience • Six or more years of relevant experience • Experience leading analytical teams • Demonstrated experience applying GenAI or advanced analytics tools in business • Knowledge of forward-looking technologies and trends, including Generative AI (prompt engineering) • Ability to present complex or technical topics in an engaging way Preferred: • MBA and/or Master's of Engineering or technical field • Understanding of telecom industry trends, competitive landscape and the role of AI in business strategy • Prior experience at a top-tier consulting firm or in a strategy/analytics role at a major telecom company is highly desirable • Experience with quantitative modeling, statistics, or data mining. • Strong understanding of data science • Experience with Alteryx or similar ETL/geospatial tools Company: Verizon is a broadband and telecommunications company that provides information and entertainment services. Founded in 1983, the company is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Public Company. Verizon has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Industries Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Jobright.ai by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Director Data Science” roles. Director, Product Development and Data Science Atlanta, GA $250,000.00-$285,000.00 1 week ago Director, Business Intelligence and Analytics Senior Director, Data Science - Debit Routing Atlanta, GA $177,100.00-$297,500.00 2 weeks ago Director of Program Analytics & Reporting Global Information and AI Security Director Director of Analytics - Private Equity Benefits Director of Analytics - Employee Benefits Director, Product, Martech & Customer Data Director, Community Financial Institutions, Visa Consulting & Analytics Atlanta, GA $144,600.00-$235,900.00 4 days ago Associate Director, Marketing CRM for Fios Atlanta, GA $190,000.00-$300,000.00 5 days ago Director, Business Intelligence and Analytics Sr. Manager, Data Science - Orange Apron Media Data Science Manager, Decision Analytics Manager of Applied AI and Data Sciences (Hybrid) Atlanta, GA $113,100.00-$232,300.00 4 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr