Senior Data Journalist

$145,000 - $165,000/Yr

Dow Jones - New York, NY

Full-time - Senior

New York, NY

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Wall Street Journal's Data Team is looking for a Senior Data Journalist who will leverage their expertise in causal inference and data analysis to uncover and explain real-world phenomena through data-driven storytelling. This role involves developing statistical models, collaborating with journalists, and ensuring methodological rigor in data interpretation, all while effectively communicating findings to a broad audience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement statistical and causal inference models to analyze and interpret complex datasets.
• Collaborate with journalists to uncover data-driven stories.
• Conduct rigorous methodology assessments to determine the validity and reliability of data.
• Evangelize statistical rigor across the newsroom.
• Balance theoretical knowledge with practical application, and communicate findings clearly to non-technical audiences.

Requirements

• 5+ years of post-graduate experience in data science.
• An MS with research experience or PhD in data science, statistics, economics, quantitative social sciences, or a related field—or equivalent, documented experience.
• Strong theoretical foundation in statistical modeling or causal inference.
• Proficiency in statistical software and programming languages (e.g., R, Python, SQL).
• Experience with advanced statistical techniques, such as regression analysis, machine learning, and causal modeling.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience in data journalism or working with media organizations is a plus.
• Familiarity with modern data visualization tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think critically and creatively.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package including physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, and transportation benefits.