Associate Analyst, Player Information

Job Description:

General Responsibilities

• Perform thorough research analysis on Mets players to help staff build and maintain individual Player Plans
• Transform internal data and model results into actionable information that enhances both in-game and player performance strategy
• Monitor and report on in-season performance trends, delivering key insights to coaches and leadership
• Develop systems that allow staff to efficiently come to conclusions consistent with organizational philosophy
• Drive growth of Mets coaches through continued education
• Provide feedback to the rest of Baseball Analytics and Baseball Systems on reports, models, and tools that impact player analysis
• As time permits, analysts will be assigned additional coding and/or statistical modeling projects related to the position
• Ad hoc requests from Baseball Analytics in line with these job responsibilities
• Work with other analysts to help improve each other’s coding abilities and quantitative abilities

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field or equivalent experience
• Significant experience in R, Python, or similar, as well as proficiency in SQL
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus
• Domestic travel required throughout the length of the position
• Must be able to work unconventional hours

Application Questions

To apply for this position, please respond to the questions below and upload your answers as a PDF file alongside the resume. Please limit responses to 200 words.

• Who is an upcoming MLB free agent that you feel is undervalued and why?
• When evaluating outfield defense, which metric(s) would you use and why?

The above information is intended to describe the general nature, type, and level of work to be performed. The information is not intended to be an exhaustive or complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The individual selected may perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

The New York Mets value the unique qualities individuals with various backgrounds and experiences can offer the organization.   Our continued success depends heavily on the quality of our workforce. The Organization is committed to providing employees with the opportunity to develop to their fullest potential.

Hourly Rate: $20 - $25

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