Statistical Research Consultant for Demographic Data Analysis

Project Overview

We seek a skilled consultant to analyze publicly available demographic datasets and translate them into actionable insights.

• Data Exploration & Cleaning :
• Locate, access, and curate demographic datasets (census, NFHS, WVS, ASER, NSSO, etc.).
• Conduct quality checks and handle missing or inconsistent data.
• Statistical Analysis & Modeling :
• Perform distribution analysis, parameter estimation, and relationship mapping between demographic variables.
• Apply sampling techniques to design representative synthetic populations.
• Synthesis & Population Development :
• Build statistical frameworks and schemas to simulate respondent-level data for Indian states.
• Develop replicable workflows and documentation for ongoing data updates.
• Reporting & Communication :
• Present findings in clear, visualized formats (tables, charts, dashboards).
• Recommend refinements to improve the representativeness and robustness of the synthetic population models.
• Key Skills :
• Distribution and parameter analysis
• Survey sampling & weighting
• Regression and multivariate modeling
• Data wrangling and cleaning
• Reproducible workflow creation (scripts, notebooks)
• Clear presentation of statistical findings
• Requirements :
• Education : Master's degree or higher in Statistics, Econometrics, Data Science, or Quantitative Social Sciences.
• Experience with large demographic datasets and track record of producing actionable insights.