About Newsweek

Newsweek is a globally trusted media organization with a legacy of over 90 years. With more than 100 million readers each month, Newsweek delivers high-quality journalism across print, digital, and multimedia platforms. With headquarters in New York City and international editions across EMEA and Asia, Newsweek continues to be a leading source of authoritative news, thoughtful commentary, and compelling visual storytelling.

To strengthen its rapidly expanding India team, Newsweek is hiring a Data Analyst who will play a central role in supporting the organisation’s city ranking methodology and data-driven editorial initiatives.

Job Overview

The Data Analyst will be responsible for collecting, validating, transforming, and analysing diverse datasets to ensure the accuracy and integrity of Newsweek’s ranking systems. This role directly contributes to the creation of high-quality, reliable rankings and supports editorial teams with data-driven insights.
If you enjoy working with large datasets, solving complex analytical problems, and contributing to global research projects, this role offers an exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

1. Data Collection & Processing

Collect, load, clean, and transform large datasets (economic, environmental, demographic, survey-based, and more).
Build and maintain data pipelines across multiple geographies and data sources.
Filter, structure, and organise data to support accurate city ranking outputs.

2. Data Architecture & Code Development

Support the development of the rankings database, including data structure design and master data management.
Write scripts in Python or R to automate data transformations within the ranking architecture.
Ensure data workflows are optimised, efficient, and well-documented.

3. Quality Assurance & Validation

Identify data anomalies, inconsistencies, and gaps.
Enforce strong data quality principles to maintain integrity across sources.
Work closely with researchers to validate datasets and integrate qualitative insights.

4. Research & Reporting Support

Provide quantitative support for desk research and expert panel evaluations.
Prepare analytical outputs for editorial teams, including visualisations, processed datasets, and ranking tables.
Present insights clearly to non-technical stakeholders.

5. Documentation & Transparency

Maintain detailed documentation for all data processes and methodologies.
Ensure reproducibility and transparency of all analytical workflows.

Key Deliverables

Cleaned, fully analysed datasets ready for ranking.
Ranking tables, supporting code, and analytical outputs.
Comprehensive documentation covering data methodology and processes.

Collaboration

Partner with the Researcher and R&R team to validate data and ensure accuracy.
Provide the Project Manager with timely, data-backed progress updates and risk assessments.
Work with editorial staff to ensure data is represented clearly and correctly across platforms.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Strong analytical mindset with a passion for problem-solving.
Ability to detect and correct data quality issues.
Proficiency in SQL (Postgres or similar database systems).
Working experience with Python, R, or other data science tools.
Ability to present insights to both technical and non-technical teams.
Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment.

General Expectations

Adaptability and a proactive problem-solving approach.
Clear and consistent communication across teams.
Commitment to data accuracy, research integrity, and transparency.
Contribution to an inclusive, positive, and collaborative workplace culture.

Why Join Newsweek?

Work with an iconic global media organisation.
Contribute to high-impact international research and ranking projects.
Collaborate with talented researchers, editors, and data experts around the world.
Enjoy full flexibility with a remote role tailored for India-based professionals.
Grow your career in a data-centric, innovation-driven environment.

How to Apply

If you’re a data-driven professional who enjoys solving analytical challenges and contributing to meaningful global projects, we invite you to apply.

Submit your resume and portfolio/GitHub (if applicable) through the job portal.

To apply for this job email your details to hr@digitalsolutiontech.in

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