Graduate 2026 PhD Scientist II
2 weeks ago
About the RoleUber is looking for economists with a passion for tackling hard problems with real-world impact. We are economists, statisticians, operations researchers, and computer scientists who combine theoretical insight with rigorous data analysis to expand the value created across Uber’s real-time marketplaces. Economists at Uber work on teams across the company in a variety of roles; we will match hires to roles best suiting their interests and expertise.Economists at Uber solve key business problems. Responsibilities are varied but include designing pricing, incentives, and subscription structures; modeling and estimating long‑term consumer behavior; developing novel approaches for marketplace experimentation; and creating ML‑driven optimization of marketplace levers. Markets are at the heart of our business model, and economists are central to our strategic decisions and algorithmic solutions.We hire economists to be economists, not generic data scientists. Uber is the ideal first job for a new PhD economist looking to work in industry—you’ll learn how to be effective in a dynamic and successful company that’s already convinced of the value and potential of economic thinking, alongside experienced economists in technical and organizational leadership positions.(We’re also interested in professors looking to move into industry/tech jobs.)What You’ll DoSolve ambiguous, challenging business problems using data‑driven approachesWork closely with multi‑functional leads to develop a technical vision and drive team directionDevelop new methodologies for data science including modeling, coding, analytics, optimization, and experimentationPresent findings to business leaders to inform decisionsDesign product experiments and interpret the results to draw detailed and impactful conclusionsBasic QualificationsCompleting or recently completed a Ph.D. in Economics or related fieldProficiency with analytical tools like R/Python/Matlab/Stata/EViewsStrong problem solving and analytical abilitiesExperience with causal inference, exploratory data analysis, statistical analysis and model developmentComplete application submitted through ASSA JOEPreferred QualificationsAbility to think creatively and insightfully about business‑relevant economic problemsFamiliarity with relational databases and SQLFoundational programming skills in R/Python/C/C++/Java and the desire to learnExperience in experimental design and analysis (e.g., A/B and market‑level experiments), as well as in causal inference with observational dataExperience in algorithm development and prototypingFor Canada‑based roles: The base salary range for this role is CAD$136,000 per year – CAD$151,000 per year. For New York, NY‑based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$155,000 per year – USD$172,000 per year. For San Francisco, CA‑based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$155,000 per year – USD$172,000 per year. For Seattle, WA‑based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$155,000 per year – USD$172,000 per year. For Sunnyvale, CA‑based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$155,000 per year – USD$172,000 per year. For all US locations, you will be eligible to participate in Uber’s bonus program, and may be offered an equity award & other types of comp. You will also be eligible for various benefits. More details can be found at the following link https://www.uber.com/careers/benefits.Tagged as: Student / PhD #J-18808-Ljbffr
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