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Siemens

$18 - $50/hr

Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial * Comfortable working in a fully remote environment within the United States of America. * Intelligence ...

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Siemens

$18 - $50/hr

Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial * Comfortable working in a fully remote environment within the United States of America. * Intelligence ...

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Siemens

$18 - $50/hr

Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial * Comfortable working in a fully remote environment within the United States of America. * Intelligence ...

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The Mobilization Center

Phone Canvasser

Anchorage, AK · Remote

$23/hr

... 5th. Remote Phone Canvassers play a vital role in engaging Alaskans on key conservation, human ... Accurately record data from conversations and maintain high-quality reporting standards. * Work ...

Workiva

$40/hr

Your primary role is to contribute to Workiva's data scientists' efforts within the Data Management ... This internship is primarily a remote opportunity. However, if you are located near one of our ...

Workiva

$40/hr

Your primary role is to contribute to Workiva's data scientists' efforts within the Data Management ... This internship is primarily a remote opportunity. However, if you are located near one of our ...

Workiva

$40/hr

Your primary role is to contribute to Workiva's data scientists' efforts within the Data Management ... This internship is primarily a remote opportunity. However, if you are located near one of our ...

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What is a remote conservation data scientist?

A Remote Conservation Data Scientist is a professional who analyzes environmental data to support conservation efforts, often working from a location outside of a traditional office or onsite fieldwork setting. They use data science techniques such as statistical analysis, machine learning, and geographic information systems (GIS) to interpret data related to biodiversity, ecosystems, wildlife populations, and climate change. Their work helps inform conservation policies, resource management, and strategies to protect natural habitats. Remote work in this field relies heavily on digital collaboration tools and access to large datasets. These scientists often partner with non-profits, government agencies, or research organizations to tackle global conservation challenges.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote conservation data scientist?

To thrive as a Remote Conservation Data Scientist, you need expertise in data analysis, ecological modeling, and a strong background in environmental science or a related field, often supported by an advanced degree. Proficiency with programming languages like Python or R, GIS tools (such as ArcGIS or QGIS), and relevant data management systems is essential. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills are crucial for translating data insights into actionable conservation strategies with remote teams. These abilities enable effective data-driven decision-making and foster impactful conservation outcomes across diverse and distributed environments.

How does a remote conservation data scientist typically collaborate with field teams and stakeholders?

Remote conservation data scientists often rely on digital communication tools—such as video calls, shared databases, and project management platforms—to work closely with field researchers, conservation managers, and external partners. While they may not be physically present at field sites, they regularly interpret, analyze, and visualize data collected on the ground, providing actionable insights for ongoing projects. Regular virtual meetings are common for aligning on project goals, discussing data quality, and adapting analytical approaches based on field realities. This collaborative structure ensures that data-driven recommendations are both relevant and grounded in real-world conservation challenges.

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Infographic showing various Remote Conservation Data Science job openings in Alaska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 91% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 22% In-person, and 78% Remote job distribution.

Principal Data Scientist

Sedgwick

Minto, AK • On-site, Remote

Full-time

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Job description

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It's what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there's no limit to what you can achieve.

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Principal Data Scientist

JobResponsibilities

  • Leadthedesignanddevelopmentofadvancedstatisticalandmachinelearningmodelsthatimproveclaimsoutcomes,operationalefficiency,andriskmanagement.
  • Serveasthetechnicalauthorityforcomplexmodelinginitiativesincludingfrauddetection,claimsseverityprediction,litigationriskmodeling,andrecoveryoptimization.
  • Developpredictiveandprescriptivemodelsusingstructuredandunstructuredclaimsdata,includingadjusternotes,medicalrecords,andpolicydocumentation.
  • Architectmodelingapproachesthatleveragemoderntechniquessuchasgradientboosting,deeplearning,NLP,anomalydetection,andprobabilisticmodeling.
  • PartnerwithAIEngineeringteamstoproductionizemodelsandintegratethemintoenterpriseAIplatformsandoperationalsystems.
  • Designfeatureengineeringstrategiesandmodelingpipelinesusinglarge-scaleenterprisedatasets.
  • Establishbestpracticesformodeldevelopment,experimentation,validation,andreproducibility.
  • Leadadvancedanalyticaltechniquessuchascausalinference,scenariosimulation,andriskscoringmethodologies.
  • Buildandmaintainmodelevaluationframeworksthatmeasureaccuracy,bias,stability,andbusinessimpact.
  • Monitordeployedmodelsfordrift,degradation,andchangingdatadistributions,andrecommendrecalibrationstrategies.
  • Providetechnicalguidancetodatascientistsandanalystsacrosstheorganization.
  • Mentorjuniorteammembersonstatisticalmethods,machinelearningtechniques,andanalyticalrigor.
  • Translatecomplexanalyticalfindingsintoclear,actionableinsightsforbusinessleadersandoperationalteams.
  • CollaboratewithClaimsOperations,Finance,Risk,andITstakeholderstoidentifyhigh-impactanalyticalopportunities.
  • Evaluateexternaldatasourcesandthird-partyanalyticalsolutionsthatenhancepredictivecapabilities.
  • Ensureanalyticalmethodologiesalignwithenterprisegovernancestandardsandregulatoryexpectations.
  • ContributetoSedgwick'sbroaderAIandadvancedanalyticsstrategybyidentifyingemergingtechnologiesandmodelingapproaches.
  • LeadresearchandinnovationinitiativesthatadvanceSedgwick'spredictiveanalyticscapabilities.

Qualifications

  • Master'sorPhDinDataScience,Statistics,Mathematics,ComputerScience,Economics,orrelatedquantitativediscipline.
  • 8-12+yearsofexperienceindatascience,statisticalmodeling,oradvancedanalyticsroles.
  • Deepexpertiseinmachinelearningalgorithms,statisticalmodelingtechniques,andpredictiveanalyticsmethodologies.
  • StrongprogrammingskillsinPython,R,orsimilaranalyticallanguages.
  • Extensiveexperienceworkingwithlarge,complexdatasetsinenterpriseenvironments.
  • Provenexperiencedesigningandimplementingend-to-endmodelingpipelines.
  • Strongunderstandingofmodelvalidation,featureengineering,andperformanceevaluationtechniques.
  • Experiencecollaboratingwithengineeringteamstodeploymodelsintoproductionsystems.
  • Familiaritywithdistributeddataprocessingtoolsandmoderndataplatformspreferred.
  • Experienceininsurance,claimsmanagement,healthcare,orfinancialservicesanalyticspreferred.
  • Abilitytocommunicateadvancedanalyticalconceptstobothtechnicalandnon-technicalstakeholders.
  • Demonstratedabilitytoleadcomplexanalyticalinitiativesthatdrivemeasurablebusinessvalue.
  • Strongmentoringandtechnicalleadershipcapabilities.

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Sedgwickis an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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