Data Scientist (manulife)

Job Description

3-5 sentence summary about the role considering these questions: what is the opportunity? How is this role contributing to our mission? What will they get from this opportunity?

Position Responsibilities:

Must Have Skills:

1.Familiar with SQL / Hive;

2.Basic knowledge in machine learning model;

3.Basic knowledge in mathematics / statistics;

4.Basic knowledge in engineering.

Individual Accountabilities:

1.Determine the source of the data, coordinate extraction and acquisition 2.Explore and discover new data sources, and transform raw data extract through profiling, cleaning, mapping and validation with expert resources 3.Assess data quality, identify gaps in the data and eliminate irrelevant data 4.Provide summary statistics of key performance metrics and other measures deemed significant business units

5.Perform multivariate analysis, predictive modelling, cluster, market basket analysis using sophisticated statistical techniques

6.Apply advanced analytics techniques to reveal actionable insights and drive revenue or efficiency campaigns

7.Present and visualize the data with the relevant use of graphs and charts in business intelligence clients (e.g. Qlikview) 8.Coordinate and manage data analytics activities with stakeholders
9.Support ad-hoc requests for data analysis from stakeholders Job

Preferred Qualifications:

Requirements:

1.Bchelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science, Information Technology or related fields. University graduates are encouraged to apply. JOB IS FROM: italents.netVIEW

2.Up to 5 years work experience in related fields is an advantage but not required

3.Knowledge of descriptive statistics, and use of appropriate charts and visuals for effective reporting

4.Knowledge of R, Python, SAS, Stata, Matlab, SPSS or other related statistical packages

5.Knowledge of machine learning/predictive analytics such as time-series forecasting, regression (linear, GLM, etc.), decision trees, random forests, basket analysis, etc.

6.Knowledge of evaluating success of predictive models, both for classification (e.g. Percent Correct Classification, confusion matrix, lift, gain, Receiver Operating Characteristic and Area Under the Curve) and continuous (R-squared, average error, mean squared error, median error, average absolute error, median absolute error) models

7.Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel features such as pivot tables, pivot charts, filters, and functions

8.Knowledge of Microsoft SQL and other relational databases preferred but not required

9.Excellent oral and written communication skills

10.Strong analytical and problem solving skills

11.Highly collaborative and results-oriented

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com.