ABOUT THE ROLE

Under the direction of the Director of Data Science Analytics and aligned with department and firmwide objectives, and priorities, the Senior Data Scientist plays an active role in and contributes to improving firm strategy, delivery of legal services, and operations using data science tools and techniques. Partners with the Director to develop and gain buy-in for the program strategy, identifying the individuals, resources, and tools necessary to accomplish the strategy.

Data Science Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Director of Data Science Analytics in leading the data science function for the firm, including strategy, management, and operations.
• Develop, maintain, and utilize the firm's data, data integrations, and data science tools to help produce business insights and to support project initiatives.
• Build, maintain and enhance the firm's information resources to meet current and anticipated needs, including supporting the firm's master data model and data storage infrastructure.
• Work in coordination with the firm's Information Governance and Security teams to ensure alignment with data validity, use, privacy, and security.
• Work in coordination with the firm's technology teams to identify, implement, and maintain relevant technologies and data artifacts (warehouses, databases, etc.).
• Develop predictive/explanatory models, exploratory data applications, and rapid prototypes for a wide variety of use cases and functions (matter management, knowledge management, HR, finance/billing, business development, etc.), presenting results to key stakeholders, and turning into production applications where appropriate.

Teamwork and Applied Skills

• Strong sense of accountability, taking ownership over projects and responsibilities and resolving issues proactively.
• Ability to take an assignment from inception to completion with minimal supervision or by following broad guidelines.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple requests, assess priorities, and achieve solutions under deadlines.
• Ability to analyze needs and to determine priorities based on strategic and business objectives.
• High client service ethic and a proven record in delivering exemplary client satisfaction to external and internal client constituencies.
• Ability to visualize data in the most effective way possible for a given project or study.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex ideas succinctly and clearly and to communicate complex data in a simple, actionable way.
• Strong technical aptitude and understanding, including ability to quickly learn new applications; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to quickly assess information, anticipate issues and outcomes, and make effective decisions, including ability to draw clear conclusions from a diverse collection of data.
• A highly proactive, solution-oriented approach to work and interactions.

ABOUT MOFO

At MoFo, we collaborate as one firm, across borders, practice areas, and business functions and value fresh ideas and innovation over conformity and competition.

• About Us: https://www.mofo.com/about
• Diversity + Inclusion: https://careers.mofo.com/careers-diversity
• Commitment to Pro Bono: https://careers.mofo.com/careers-pro-bono
• The MoFo Foundation: https://www.mofo.com/culture/mofo-foundation

ABOUT OUR BENEFITS

MoFo offers a comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day.

• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options and backup child and elder care.
• Global wellness program, including free access to Talkspace and Calm apps.
• Annual community service day to make an impact on your community and a birthday holiday just for fun.
• Education reimbursement annually.
• Dedicated Talent Development team.
• Competitive annual profit-sharing contribution.

ABOUT YOU

• Relevant master's degree in a related field (computer science, information management, etc.) preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience applying data science in one or more industries, with a demonstrated record of successful outcomes.
• Hands on expertise with data management tools and methods: fluent in Python, R, and T-SQL.
• Experience with Azure Cognitive Services, AWS, Tableau, Power BI, And Posit Workbench / Posit Connect a plus.
• Technical experience conceiving, building, and launching decision support tools helpful.
• Experience with machine learning and AI; reputation as a thought leader in the data science/machine learning/Artificial Intelligence community a plus.
• Experience working in the legal profession, with a strong peer and vendor network.

About Morrison Foerster

At Morrison & Foerster, our culture is defined by our deeds. We’re passionate about what we do. We’re equally passionate about how we do it. We resist hierarchies and operate within a model of respect — for our colleagues, their ideas, and the differences that make us stronger. We encourage you to learn more about who we are, and what we do .

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