Principal Data Scientist | Media Measurement (MM)

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Job Description As a Principal Data Scientist, you shape high‑impact, client‑relevant Data Science concepts and ensure strategic coherence across teams and domains.

Job Responsibilities Strategic & Conceptual Contribution Shape and contribute to the strategic alignment and prioritization of cross‑cutting Data Science topics across our Media unit Define clear concepts and target pictures for high‑impact initiatives, bridging currency and outcome use cases Identify conceptual risks and unrealistic assumptions early Ensure scientific rigor, feasibility, and client relevance Data Science Board Participation & Steering Shape decisions on delivery readiness, spikes, and prioritization Client, Market & Growth Impact Contribute to client pitches, tenders, and growth initiatives Ensure concepts scale across markets and media contexts while remaining compatible with existing currency principles Narrative & Guidance Create Data Science value narratives Provide 'Why this matters' framing Develop concepts and whitepapers for delivery teams Consultancy on solution readiness and prioritization Mentoring & Capability Building Mentor and guide other Data Scientists, supporting their professional growth and conceptual thinking Provide senior technical and methodological guidance across teams without direct people management responsibility Act as a role model for high-quality Data Science thinking, communication, and stakeholder interaction Qualifications Master’s or PhD in a quantitative field 8–10+ years of Data Science experience Advanced statistical, ML and AI expertise Strong background in the Media domain, or demonstrable experience working in complex industry measurement contexts Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and shape cross‑team Data Science initiatives across currency and outcome Benefits Flexible working environment Volunteer time off NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows.

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Full-time Compensation: EUR 90,000 - EUR 112,000 - yearly NIQ’s Media unit delivers audience measurement solutions across TV, radio, digital, and cross-media platforms for currency clientele, including broadcasters, advertisers, agencies, and regulators.

A core component of our measurement approach is panel-based methodologies, leveraging household and individual panels to ensure accurate, representative audience insights.

This role is a perfect playground for highly experienced, concept‑driven minds who enjoy influencing direction, clarifying complexity, and shaping how Data Science creates value at scale. You will work on analytics, Data Science and AI topics across our Media pillar, including Media Measurement, Audience Activation, and Performance.

The focus of the role is strongly conceptual and influence‑heavy: from innovation seeds and scalable target pictures to client pitches, tenders, and strategic roadmaps.

You ensure that high‑impact Data Science initiatives across currency and outcome products are well‑framed, feasible, client‑relevant, and decision‑ready before they enter delivery structures, reducing conceptual noise while increasing business impact.

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In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™.

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