Qualifications

Researchers (Big Data) are graduates of Bachelor’s Degree in Business Analytics, Statistics, Applied Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or equivalent . At least 3 years of working experience in the related field is required.

Competencies
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
  • Have deeper understanding of statistical methods and predictive modelling concepts, or machine learning
  • Proficient usage of an SQL platform
  • Skilled in Python with experience using scikit-learn, NumPy and SciPy libraries or in R or other statistical tools like SAS, SPSS or STATA
  • Familiarity with deep learning / artificial intelligence, computer vision and natural language processing
  • Ability to collaborate with a diverse team of data science professionals
  • Ability to communicate business insights to executive management in concise, colorful and clear presentations
  • Ability to learn technology quickly through instruction and self-training
  • Passionate, self-motivated, results driven
Cost of Education and Training

The tuition fee in private colleges and universities for a BS in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science/Engineering range from P70,000-P90,000 per semester while public colleges and universities offer courses free of tuition.

Employment Prospects
Monthly Salary Range
PhP 21,000 - PhP 36,000

Industries
  • Agribusiness
  • Education
Propects for Career Advancement

Researcher (Big Data) may gain experience and trainings to specialize in a wide range of areas such as Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, Machine Learning Scientist, Applications Architect, Enterprise Architect, Data Architect, Infrastructure Architect, Data Engineer, Business Intelligence (BI) Developer, Statistician.