Director of Health Economics Outcomes Research
ArineFull Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
A Master's or Ph.D. in Economics, Statistics, Marketing Science, Management Science, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field is required. Candidates should possess 4-6 years of experience in economist, data science, or applied research roles, with deep knowledge of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics. Proficiency in Python or R for data manipulation, analysis, visualization, and modeling, along with experience in SQL, relational databases, and large datasets, is essential. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are also necessary.
The Staff Applied Scientist will serve as a subject matter expert and thought leader, collaborating with product, commercial, and dev teams to identify opportunities for innovation in game economy design. They will spearhead the development and implementation of econometric, statistical, and machine learning models related to virtual economy health and marketplace pricing. Responsibilities include utilizing predictive, simulation, and optimization techniques for economy tuning and balancing, collaborating with other scientists to deploy models, and fostering a culture of hypothesis testing and causal inference.
Develops and publishes interactive video games
2K develops and publishes interactive entertainment, focusing primarily on video games for a wide audience that includes casual gamers, hardcore enthusiasts, and professional eSports players. The company collaborates with well-known game development studios like Supermassive Games and Firaxis Games to create popular titles such as "The Quarry" and "TopSpin 2K25." 2K's games are available through digital downloads and physical copies, and they also generate revenue from downloadable content (DLC), in-game purchases, and exclusive content partnerships. This diverse revenue model, along with their strong collaborations, sets 2K apart from competitors in the video game publishing industry. The company's goal is to deliver high-quality, engaging gaming experiences that appeal to a broad range of players.