Seeking a Contractor Statistician with expertise in data cleaning, statistical analysis, and data visualization for a remote project focused on data-driven AI solutions.
Compensation
$60–$120
hourly · USD
Experience
0–15 yrs
Location
Remote
Compensation
$60–$120
hourly · USD
Experience
0–15 yrs
Location
Remote
The Brief
TITLE
Statistician
TYPE
Contract
POSTED
Aug 14, 2026
JOB ID
019fffa9
TITLE
Statistician
TYPE
Contract
POSTED
Aug 14, 2026
JOB ID
019fffa9
Job Type: Contractor
Location: Remote
Openings: 50
Compensation: $60–$120/hr
Data cleaning and preparation (dirty data)
Basic descriptive and inferential statistics
Programming in Python or R for analysis
Data visualization
Communicating findings to a non-technical audience
We are selecting Statisticians to contribute expert knowledge to a customer project focused on advancing data-driven solutions. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input.
No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.
Clean, preprocess, and structure complex and messy datasets using advanced statistical software such as R, Python, SAS, or Stata.
Apply and document basic descriptive and inferential statistical analyses to uncover trends and patterns in real-world data.
Develop clear and compelling data visualizations to illustrate key findings and support model development.
Contribute expertise in dataset annotation, labeling, or enrichment to enhance the quality of AI model training datasets.
Draft concise, well-organized written summaries of methods, analyses, and results for a non-technical audience.
Collaborate asynchronously with project stakeholders to clarify requirements, resolve ambiguities, and improve deliverables through effective written and verbal communication.
Continuously identify data quality issues, provide actionable recommendations, and document solutions for handling dirty or incomplete data.
Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, Biostatistics, or a related quantitative field.
Expertise in cleaning and preparing complex, messy (“dirty”) datasets with R, Python, SAS, or Stata.
Proficiency in basic descriptive and inferential statistical techniques, including hypothesis testing and regression analysis.
Strong programming skills in Python or R for statistical analysis, data manipulation, and visualization.
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex findings to non-technical and technical audiences with clarity and precision.
Experience working with large, unstructured, or noisy datasets across a variety of domains.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on detailed documentation and collaboration in remote environments.
About the company
FreshTalent is a Pan-African talent platform connecting students, graduates, and experienced professionals with employers across Africa. We help organizations discover exceptional talent while empowering individuals to access meaningful career opportunities, internships, graduate programs, and remote work.
Our platform combines AI-powered talent matching, employer branding, recruitment marketing, career development resources, and workforce insights to create a seamless hiring experience for employers and job seekers alike. We work with startups, SMEs, multinational organizations, NGOs, and public sector institutions seeking to build diverse, future-ready teams.
Beyond connecting talent with opportunities, FreshTalent is committed to strengthening Africa's workforce by improving employability, supporting career development, and helping organizations unlock the continent's immense talent potential.