ChiStats - Associate Data Scientist - Machine Learning/LLM

<p><b>Associate Data Scientist</b><br/><br/>Department : Information Technology<br/><br/>Location : Hinjewadi,Phase1 Pune<br/><br/>Shift Timings : 9 : 30AM-6 : 30PM (Mon-Fri)<br/><br/>We are seeking a skilled Associate Data Scientist to work end-to-end on model development - from exploring raw data to deploying models and tracking their performance in production - contributing to both technical execution and measurable business value.<br/><br/><b>Key </b><b>Responsibilities : </b><br/><br/>1) Explore datasets, define problem statements, and build quick baselines <br/><br/>2) Train, validate, and evaluate ML models with strong metric tracking <br/><br/>3) Design and run experiments <br/><br/>4) Collaborate with product, engineering, and operations teams to integrate models<br/><br/>5) Communicate results clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders <br/><br/><b>Must-Have Skills : </b><br/><br/>1) Strong Python (pandas, numpy, scikit-learn) <br/><br/>2) Solid grasp of statistics and ML fundamentals (regression, classification, CV) <br/><br/>3) Deeper understanding of fundamentals, problem solving ability & good quantitative aptitude<br/><br/>4) Knowledge of model interpretability, bias, and fairness practices <br/><br/>5) Strong written & verbal communication <br/><br/>6) Curiosity, experimentation mindset, and ownership mentality <br/><br/><b>Good to Have : </b><br/><b><br/></b>1) Domain : Basic understanding of water/wastewater processes and KPIs <br/><br/>2) MLOps (brief) : Model packaging, API serving, experiment tracking, monitoring <br/><br/>3) Understanding of chemical process analytics <br/><br/>4) Knowledge of building LLM applications <br/><br/>5) Experience with time series data <br/><br/>6) Knowledge of model interpretability, bias, and fairness practices <br/><br/>7) Familiarity with dashboarding tools such as Streamlit or Grafana<br/><br/><b>Qualifications : </b><br/><br/>1) Undergraduate degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Chemical Engineering, Applied Chemistry)<br/><br/>2) 1-2 years of relevant professional experience in data science or applied machine learning<br/><br/><b>Why Join ChiStats?</b><br/><br/>- Be part of a research-driven AI company recognized for innovation.<br/><br/>- Opportunity to work on defense, energy, and industrial-scale AI applications.<br/><br/>- Collaborate with a team that values curiosity, learning, and real-world impact.<br/><br/>At ChiStats, we believe our people are our greatest strength.

That's why we offer a holistic benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth, and financial security so you can thrive both at work and in life.<br/><br/><b>Financial Wellbeing : </b><br/><br/>We care about your future as much as your present.

Our benefits include : <br/><br/>- Provident Fund contributions<br/><br/>- Comprehensive Healthcare Cover<br/><br/><b>Employee Wellbeing & Family Support : </b><br/><br/>We offer inclusive leave policies such as maternity and paternity leave, recognizing the importance of family time and life's big moments.<br/><br/><b>Recognition That Matters : </b><br/><br/>Our ChiStats Honors Platform is designed to celebrate achievements, milestones, and day-to-day excellence because recognition should be timely, meaningful, and part of our culture.<br/><br/>Growth Through Learning - Elevate<br/><br/>We invest in your continuous learning through our internal training platform, Elevate, which identifies personalized development needs and offers targeted upskilling opportunities across tech, tools, and soft skills.</p> (ref:hirist.tech)