Research Director Jobs in Irving, TX

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We are currently seeking a Data Scientist (Onsite Hybrid) to join our team in Irving, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Model Validation: Conduct independent reviews and testing of quantitative models, including design approach, sampling approach, sensitivity analysis, and robustness checks.
• Risk Assessment: Assess models for conceptual soundness, data limitations, and quantitative biases (e.g., fairness and ethical AI standards).
• Compliance Governance: Ensure all modeling lifecycles align with internal MRM frameworks and regulatory mandates.
• Effective Challenge: Provide constructive, actionable feedback and challenges to model developers regarding model design and limitations.
• Documentation: Author comprehensive validation reports and maintain documentation for audit purposes and senior management review

Basic Qualifications:

• Overall 5+ years of experience in data science, risk management, or quantitative analysis.
• 3+ years of experience in strong coding skills in languages like Python, and SQL; experience with machine learning libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• 2+ years of experience in deep understanding of statistical modeling, probability, and advanced mathematical concepts.

Preferred Skills:

• Domain knowledge
• Understanding of financial regulations (e.g., SR 11-7, CECL, CCAR) if working in banking.
• Soft Skills: excellent technical writing and stakeholder communication; the ability to explain complex quantitative risks to non-technical business partners and legal/compliance teams.

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